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Cheap one-way trips starting from $ 110 from Moscow MOW to Istanbul IST
Domodedovo InternationalSabiha Gökçen International
One-way,
From $ 110
Domodedovo InternationalSabiha Gökçen International
One-way,
From $ 110
Domodedovo InternationalSabiha Gökçen International
One-way,
From $ 110
Domodedovo InternationalSabiha Gökçen International
One-way,
From $ 110
Domodedovo InternationalSabiha Gökçen International
One-way,
From $ 110
Domodedovo InternationalSabiha Gökçen International
One-way,
From $ 110
Cheap round trips starting from $ 218 from Moscow MOW to Istanbul IST
Domodedovo InternationalSabiha Gökçen International
Round trip, -
From $ 218
Domodedovo InternationalSabiha Gökçen International
Round trip, -
From $ 226
Domodedovo InternationalSabiha Gökçen International
Round trip, -
From $ 226
Domodedovo InternationalSabiha Gökçen International
Round trip, -
From $ 226
Domodedovo InternationalSabiha Gökçen International
Round trip, -
From $ 226
Domodedovo InternationalSabiha Gökçen International
Round trip, -
From $ 226
Travelers usually depart from Sheremetyevo International, Vnukovo International, Domodedovo International, Zhukovsky International, or Moscow - Testovskaya when they travel from Moscow to Istanbul. Book your trip to arrive at Sabiha Gökçen International, Istanbul Airport, Istanbul Bus Station, Istanbul - Alibeyköy, or İstanbul - Harem. The distance between Moscow and Istanbul is 1733 km. The most popular airlines for this route are Pegasus, Turkish Airlines, Pobeda, Aeroflot Russian Airlines, and S7 Airlines. Moscow and Istanbul have 355 direct flights per week. When you arrive at Istanbul, consider visiting Topkapi Palace, Blue Mosque, Istanbul, and Aya Sofya (Hagia Sophia).
Weekly flights
| Mondays | Tuesdays | Wednesdays | Thursdays | Fridays | Saturdays | Sundays | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Number of flights | 61 | 62 | 61 | 52 | - | 62 | 57 |
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Pegasus on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays.
Aeroflot Russian Airlines on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays.
Turkish Airlines on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays.
Ural Airlines on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays.
Check-in for a flight from Moscow to Istanbul
| Name | Carrier code | IATA Code | Passport needed during booking | Airport check-in closes | Online check-in available |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pegasus | PGT | PC | No | Unknown | No |
| Turkish Airlines | THY | TK | Yes | Unknown | No |
| Pobeda | PBD | DP | Yes | 25 min before flight | No |
| Aeroflot Russian Airlines | AFL | SU | Yes | Unknown | No |
| S7 Airlines | SBI | S7 | Yes | Unknown | No |
Frequently asked questions
How long does it take to travel from Moscow to Istanbul?
A one-way nonstop (direct) flight between Moscow and Istanbul takes around 3.5 hours.
What is the flight distance between Moscow and Istanbul?
The flight distance between Moscow and Istanbul is 1733 km.
What airlines offer nonstop (direct) flights between Moscow and Istanbul?
Several carriers operate flights between Moscow and Istanbul. Airlines offering nonstop (direct) flights include Ural Airlines, Aeroflot Russian Airlines, Turkish Airlines, Pegasus, Pobeda, Nordwind Airlines.
What are the most popular routes to and from Moscow?
Travelers frequently search for route combinations, such as Moscow and Pulkovo International, Kazan International, Koltsovo, Ufa International, Kurumoch International, Chelyabinsk, Roshchino International, Perm International, Strigino International, Murmansk, Voronezh International.
What are the most popular routes to and from Istanbul?
Travelers frequently search for route combinations, such as Istanbul and Antalya, Tbilisi International, Zürich Airport, Milan–Malpensa, Dalaman, Esenboğa International, Gazipaşa, Milas–Bodrum, Erkilet International, Adnan Menderes, Adana Şakirpaşa.
Which airports are there in Moscow?
Moscow is mainly served by Sheremetyevo International. But there are other airports nearby, including Domodedovo International, Vnukovo International, Zhukovsky International, Bykovo Airport.
What airports are near Moscow?
The main airport in Moscow is Sheremetyevo International. It is also served by Kaluga (Grabtsevo).
What airports are near Istanbul?
The main airport in Istanbul is Sabiha Gökçen International. It is also served by Anadolu, Tekirdağ Çorlu, Yenişehir.
What buses and trains depart from Moscow?
A number of bus and train companies depart from Moscow, including Aeroexpress.
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