1,755 km · 3h 30m
SVOMoscow
ISTIstanbul
Cheap Flights from Moscow to Istanbul
Moscow to Istanbul is about 1,755 km, roughly 3h 30m in the air. Airlines on this route include Aeroflot, Turkish Airlines, Pegasus Airlines. Aviasales travellers recently found fares from GBP 60 for Nov 2026 departures (as of 31 Oct 2026); check the live price before you book.
From GBP 60 · as of 31 Oct 2026
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Flight time
3h 30m
Distance
1,755 km
Airlines
Aeroflot (SU), Turkish Airlines (TK), 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), Royal Air Maroc (AT)
Nonstop options were found in this sample search.
Lowest fares found for Nov 2026
GBP 60.00
Range found: GBP 60.00–93.00
Cheapest fares Aviasales travellers found in recent searches, as of 31 Oct 2026 · not a live quote · in GBP
Non-stop flights from Moscow (SVO) to Istanbul (IST) cover roughly 1,755 km in about 3 hours 30 minutes. Aeroflot, Turkish Airlines and Pegasus Airlines all operate direct service on this route.
Best time to book
On this route, booking roughly 4–8 weeks ahead has typically offered the best fares.
- Cheaper months (illustrative)
- Apr, May
- Pricier months (illustrative)
- Jan, Dec
Illustrative guidance, not a live fare quote
Price trend
| Best time to book | From |
|---|---|
| Nov | GBP 60 |
| Dec | GBP 60 |
| Jan | GBP 93 |
| Feb | GBP 93 |
| Mar | GBP 110 |
| Apr | GBP 169 |
| May | GBP 169 |
| Jun | GBP 275 |
| Jul | GBP 276 |
| Aug | GBP 274 |
| Sep | GBP 165 |
| Oct | GBP 237 |
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 two to four weeks ahead and consider midweek departures to find a lower fare.
- Compare all three carriers — Aeroflot, Turkish Airlines and Pegasus — since baggage rules and included extras differ, especially on Pegasus's low-cost fares.
- Confirm your arrival airport is Istanbul (IST) and allow extra time for passport control, as it's a busy international hub.
Frequently asked questions
How long is the flight from Moscow to Istanbul?
A non-stop flight from Moscow (SVO) to Istanbul (IST) takes about 3 hours 30 minutes, covering a great-circle distance of roughly 1,755 km.
Which airlines fly non-stop from Moscow to Istanbul?
Aeroflot, Turkish Airlines and Pegasus Airlines all offer non-stop service on the SVO → IST route.
Which Istanbul airport will I arrive at?
This route uses Istanbul Airport (IST), the city's main hub on the European side. It's different from Sabiha Gökçen (SAW) on the Asian side, so check your ticket.
Airports on this route
Airlines on this route
Typically served — verify with the airline.