1,755 km · 3h 15m
ISTIstanbul
SVOMoscow
Cheap Flights from Istanbul to Moscow
Istanbul to Moscow is about 1,755 km, roughly 3h 15m in the air. Airlines on this route include Turkish Airlines, Aeroflot, Pegasus Airlines. Aviasales travellers recently found fares from GBP 74 for Nov 2026 departures (as of 31 Oct 2026); check the live price before you book.
From GBP 74 · as of 31 Oct 2026
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Flight time
3h 15m
Distance
1,755 km
Airlines
Turkish Airlines (TK), Aeroflot (SU), Pegasus Airlines (PC)
Typically served — verify with the airline.
Carriers seen in a sample search — verify availability
Air Serbia (JU), Etihad Airways (EY), Gulf Air Bahrain (GF), Pegasus Airlines, Qatar Airways (QR)
Nonstop options were found in this sample search.
Lowest fares found for Nov 2026
GBP 74.00
Range found: GBP 74.00–279.00
Cheapest fares Aviasales travellers found in recent searches, as of 31 Oct 2026 · not a live quote · in GBP
Istanbul and Moscow are linked by frequent non-stop flights that cover roughly 1,755 km in about 3 hours and 15 minutes. Turkish Airlines, Aeroflot and Pegasus Airlines all operate the IST → SVO route.
Best time to book
On this route, booking roughly 5–10 weeks ahead has typically offered the best fares.
- Cheaper months (illustrative)
- Jan, Feb
- Pricier months (illustrative)
- Jul, Dec
Illustrative guidance, not a live fare quote
Price trend
| Best time to book | From |
|---|---|
| Nov | GBP 74 |
| Dec | GBP 51 |
| Jan | GBP 67 |
| Feb | GBP 89 |
| Mar | GBP 89 |
| Apr | GBP 149 |
| May | GBP 235 |
| Jun | GBP 235 |
| Jul | GBP 253 |
| Aug | GBP 248 |
| Sep | GBP 224 |
| Oct | GBP 277 |
Cheapest fare per departure month found by Aviasales travellers, as of 31 Oct 2026 · in GBP · not a live quote
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Good to know
- Book a few weeks ahead and stay flexible on dates — midweek departures on the IST → SVO route are often cheaper than weekends.
- Compare all three carriers (Turkish Airlines, Aeroflot and Pegasus) before you buy, as fares shift with demand.
- Check your visa and entry requirements for Russia well before departure, since these must be sorted before you fly.
Frequently asked questions
How long is the flight from Istanbul to Moscow?
Non-stop flights cover the roughly 1,755 km between Istanbul and Moscow in about 3 hours and 15 minutes. Actual times vary slightly with winds and your exact departure airport.
Which airlines fly non-stop from Istanbul to Moscow?
Turkish Airlines, Aeroflot and Pegasus Airlines all operate non-stop services on the IST → SVO route.
Which Moscow airport do these flights use?
Flights on this route arrive at Sheremetyevo (SVO), Aeroflot's main hub and one of Moscow's largest airports. It sits northwest of the city, with rail and coach links into the centre.
Airports on this route
Airlines on this route
Typically served — verify with the airline.