Ufa

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Welcome to Ufa

Part of the industrial heartland in Russia, Ufa is a busy and thriving city and capital of Bashkortostan. Markets, mosques, cathedrals, theatres and over 1,000 sports facilities are on hand to make your stay relaxing and memorable.

You’re certain to enjoy the friendly welcome that awaits you in Ufa.

Top things to see and do

  • Stroll around Kresto-Vozdvizhenskiy Cathedral, one of the landmark sites of the city.
  • Visit one of the many museums or cultural centres for a flavour of life in the Ufa region.
  • Travel in winter and admire the beauty of the snow-covered city.
  • Treat yourself to some local ikra (black caviar) and champanskoe (champagne) in one of the city’s many restaurants.

Tips for travellers

With 1,300 rivers and many lakes in the province, just a short distance from the city of Ufa you can hire a small boat and spend the day fishing, taking in the beautiful Ural backdrop and vast expanses of forest and countryside.

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Useful information about Ufa, Russia

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  • 220 V, 50 Hz, type C/F plug Power adapter

You can get around Ufa by bus, tram, trolleybus, minibus or taxi. Public transportation costs in Ufa are one of the lowest in the country.

Our destinations are split into 8 different zones. The cost of checking in baggage per kilo depends on what zone you’re flying to and from.

For more information, please visit our Airport baggage rates page.

Before you fly, please make certain you have the correct visa and documents required to enter the country. Check with the relevant embassy to find out what you need.

Travel Guard for flydubai is the travel insurance provided by flydubai’s travel partner, AIG Inc. It can cover you if:

  • you have to cancel your trip 
  • you need emergency medical treatment while you’re away 
  • you need to fly home early

For more information about how you can take out your travel insurance when you book your flydubai flight, visit our travel insurance page.

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