How much do flights to Sri Lanka cost, and is connecting via the UAE cheaper than flying with Aeroflot?

From messages by 5 participants in 2 sources · Last activity: 7 days ago

TL;DR

Aeroflot fares on popular dates can reach about RUB 200,000 per person, while connections via the UAE were reported as roughly three times cheaper. During sales, Aeroflot return tickets were available from around RUB 40,000, with additional bank cashback promotions possible.

What the community said

On high-demand dates, an Aeroflot ticket can cost around RUB 200,000 per person and may become even more expensive closer to departure. Fares near RUB 8,000 were noted only for unsuitable dates, not as a realistic benchmark for January travel.

7 days ago Aeroflot: about RUB 200,000 per person

If you also need a separate flight to Moscow, Aeroflot is no longer a truly direct option. A connection through the UAE was described as about three times cheaper, though connecting itineraries can carry disruption and cancellation risks.

7 days ago UAE connection — roughly three times cheaper

The choice between a direct flight and connections depends on whether paying extra for a single-leg journey is worth it. During periods of disruption, some passengers with transit itineraries reportedly had to rebook at several times the original cost.

7 days ago

During an Aeroflot sale, return tickets were reported from about RUB 40,000. An Alfa Friday promotion could also provide roughly 30% cashback on flight purchases.

25 days ago Aeroflot: about RUB 40,000 return; cashback about 30%