On this page, you can find and purchase flight tickets from Istanbul to Moscow. The 1,757 km route is one of the most popular, with approximately 168 flights operated weekly in this direction.
Flights are served by Turkish Airlines, Aeroflot, and Pegasus Airlines. Ticket prices are dynamic, so use the low-price calendar to choose the best offer. Information is also available on how to get to the airport in Istanbul and from Moscow airports to the city.
The table shows direct flights Istanbul → Moscow for the selected date. The flight takes about 3h 50m. Regular flights are operated by Turkish Airlines, Aeroflot, Pegasus Airlines and Pobeda. Departures from Istanbul Airport and Sabiha Gokcen International Airport, arrivals at Sheremetyevo, Vnukovo and Domodedovo.
Each row shows: local departure time, destination city and airport, flight number with airline, terminal or gate and status. Click a flight to open its details and switch to search. To view another day, change the date above the table.
The highest temperatures in Moscow are recorded in July, when the air warms up to 23.2°C, although this period also sees the highest rainfall. January remains the coldest month of the year, with average temperatures around -8.8°C.
The lowest fares for flights from Istanbul are seen in the first quarter of the year, starting from 8,696 ₽ in January and February. A peak in prices is recorded in April, when a flight will cost from 20,669 ₽.
September stands out as an ideal compromise between cost and weather, with prices starting from 9,274 ₽. It is recommended to avoid traveling in April and May, when fares are significantly higher than the annual average.
Below is the calendar of lowest prices for Istanbul — Moscow flights by day. Pick a convenient date and see the fare instantly. The cheapest flights on this route start at 8,696 RUB in February, the most expensive reach around 19,210 RUB in April. If your dates are flexible, the calendar helps you pick the lowest fare for the period you need. To view round-trip prices, switch to the “Round-trip” tab above the calendar and pick a departure date — the right-side calendar will then highlight the lowest return fares for each day.
Eight airlines operate on this route, with the majority of traffic served by Turkish Airlines, Aeroflot, and Pegasus Airlines. Passengers have access to daily direct flights, with up to 168 departures per week. Detailed information about departure times and route options for each airline can be found in the list below.
Flights Istanbul — Moscow depart from Istanbul Airport and Sabiha Gokcen International Airport and land at Sheremetyevo, Vnukovo and Domodedovo. Below are pages for the cities, countries and airports on this route: airlines, schedules and travel guides.
The approximate direct flight time ranges from 3 hours 30 minutes to 4 hours 30 minutes. The air distance between the cities is 1,757 km.
Eight carriers operate on this route, including Turkish Airlines, Aeroflot, Pegasus Airlines, Pobeda, and S7 Airlines. A total of about 168 flights are operated weekly.
Yes, there is frequent direct air service between Istanbul and Moscow. Flights operate daily from several Istanbul airports.
Ticket prices change constantly depending on demand and seasonality. You can find the current minimum price for the coming months in the low-price calendar on this page.
Flights from Istanbul arrive at the capital's main international airports: Sheremetyevo, Domodedovo, and Vnukovo. The specific arrival terminal depends on the airline you choose.
