How to get from Moscow to Istanbul
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We compared the ways to travel from Moscow to Istanbul. The most useful option is a flight; the flight itself takes 3h 45m, not counting the trip to and from the airports. The two cities are about 1739 km apart in a straight line. The price and operators below come from a real route search.
This is the lowest fare we have recorded for this route in the last 14 days.
This fare comes from a search on September 4, 2026 and has not been refreshed since. Run a live search for today's price.
1739 km
Moscow to Istanbul: cheapest or fastest?
All from the same recent search. Pick a tab: the legs, the timing and the difference from the others all change with it.
- 1Sheremetyevo International Airport → Istanbul Airportflight
Southwind Airlines·3h 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, Moscow to Istanbul
The lowest fare we saw for each day over the next three months. Tap a day to search it live.
September 2026
€98October 2026
€84Departure and arrival
Operators seen on these journeys
On this route you travel with Southwind Airlines; Routavio does not add a booking fee.
How the trip from Moscow to Istanbul works
Start with a 2S flight from Moscow to Istanbul, about 3h 45m. In total it's roughly €111 over 3h 45m, direct, no transfers.
Moscow to Istanbul: common questions
How long does it take to get from Moscow to Istanbul?
The most useful option is a flight; the flight itself takes about 3h 45m. Getting to and from the airports is on top of that.
How far is Istanbul from Moscow?
About 1739 km in a straight line. The real route on the ground or in the air is longer.
How much does Moscow to Istanbul cost?
On the upcoming dates we checked, the cheapest fare ranged from €111 to €117. Run a live search for your own date to see today's price.
Are there direct flights from Moscow to Istanbul?
Yes. The best option we found flies without a transfer and takes about 3h 45m.
How long is the flight from Moscow to Istanbul?
About 3h 45m, and that is the flight itself. Getting to and from the airports is on top of it.
What are the airport codes for Moscow and Istanbul?
Moscow is SVO and Istanbul is IST, so this route is usually written SVO to IST.
Which operators run Moscow to Istanbul?
On this route you travel with Southwind Airlines.
What is the cheapest way to get from Moscow to Istanbul?
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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