How to get from Istanbul to Makhachkala
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We compared the ways to travel from Istanbul to Makhachkala. The most useful option is a flight; the flight itself takes 2h 45m, not counting the trip to and from the airports. The two cities are about 1553 km apart in a straight line. The price and operators below come from a real route search.
The lowest we recorded in the last 14 days was €85, on Tue, Sep 1.
This fare comes from a search on September 5, 2026 and has not been refreshed since. Run a live search for today's price.
1553 km
Istanbul to Makhachkala: cheapest or fastest?
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- 1Istanbul Airport → Makhachkala Uytash International Airportflight
Pobeda·2h 45m
The best balance of price and time we found on this route.
The observed fares belong to earlier dates.
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The amounts on each day are fares seen earlier, not live offers. A day with no figure is one we have not priced, not one without a service.
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Flight prices by day, Istanbul to Makhachkala
The lowest fare we saw for each day over the next three months. Tap a day to search it live.
September 2026
€187October 2026
€216Departure and arrival
Operators seen on these journeys
On this route you travel with Pobeda; Routavio does not add a booking fee.
How the trip from Istanbul to Makhachkala works
Start with a DP flight from Istanbul to Makhachkala, about 2h 45m. In total it's roughly €123 over 2h 45m, direct, no transfers.
Istanbul to Makhachkala: common questions
How long does it take to get from Istanbul to Makhachkala?
The most useful option is a flight; the flight itself takes about 2h 45m. Getting to and from the airports is on top of that.
How far is Makhachkala from Istanbul?
About 1553 km in a straight line. The real route on the ground or in the air is longer.
How much does Istanbul to Makhachkala cost?
On the upcoming dates we checked, the cheapest fare ranged from €123 to €153. Run a live search for your own date to see today's price.
Are there direct flights from Istanbul to Makhachkala?
Yes. The best option we found flies without a transfer and takes about 2h 45m.
How long is the flight from Istanbul to Makhachkala?
About 2h 45m, and that is the flight itself. Getting to and from the airports is on top of it.
What are the airport codes for Istanbul and Makhachkala?
Istanbul is IST and Makhachkala is MCX, so this route is usually written IST to MCX.
Which operators run Istanbul to Makhachkala?
On this route you travel with Pobeda.
What is the cheapest way to get from Istanbul to Makhachkala?
Usually a flexible date, or leaving from a nearby airport. A live search puts every option for your dates side by side.
Can I book directly?
Yes. Routavio sends you straight to the operator or an independent third-party provider. We never add a booking fee. The final fare and availability are confirmed by that provider.
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