Russia : exploratory talks ...

http://www.independent.ie/business/irish/olearys-ryanair-mulls-over-entering-russian-airspace-3266297.html

Extract :

Ryanair has held "exploratory" talks with a number of Russian airports as the government has indicated that it may open up its domestic routes to foreign-owned low-cost airlines.

"Ryanair will always meet with airports that are interested in bringing Ryanair's low fares to their market. However, we are currently in discussions with over 50 airports, so competition for Ryanair growth is fierce," according to a spokesman. "We talk to many airports -- but that does not mean we will fly there -- However, we always keep the door open, and the best way is by meeting them."

http://rt.com/business/news/russia-easyjet-ryanair-plans-222/

The UK regulator has allowed Easyjet to become the second national air carrier flying to Russia, according to RBC Daily. Easyjet will provide up to 14 flights a week from London’s Gatwick airport to Moscow’s Domodedovo. The tickets prices would start from $200 – about half of the average ticket price for Moscow to London flight. Experts say Easyjet’s entry into the Russian market would boost competition and bring down ticket prices in the long term.

Meanwhile Irish low-cost Ryanair is also eyeing the Russian market. The Transport Ministry of Russia has received a request from Ireland's Foreign Ministry to allow Ryanair to operate flights between the two countries. But no details have been announced yet.

While the regulators consider the request, Ryanair is trying to win Russians’ hearts with its famous calendars, picturing cabin crew in bikinis. The “Girls of Ryanair” charity calendar is expected on sale in Russian airports soon.

Last week the Russian government discussed the possibility of inviting foreign low cost airlines to the Russian market, including performing domestic flights. But experts warn, Russia lacks the infrastructure for low-cost air carriers to start operating domestic flights. Also the Russian authorities haven’t made amendments to the legislation which would allow airlines to sell non-return tickets, key to lower fares.