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Quick Flight Summary from Moscow to Istanbul

  • Lowest recent price
    ₨29,428
  • Direct flight duration 3 hour 45 min
  • Direct airlines Turkish Airlines, Aeroflot, Pegasus, AJet, Southwind Airlines
  • Arrival airports SAW / IST
  • Best days to book Tuesday, Sunday
  • Average over the last 30 days
    ₨37,544

Cheapest flights from Moscow to Istanbul

Cheapest Direct Flight

Aeroflot

Aeroflot
8 Nov, Sun
Moscow – Istanbul
5h 15m
Non-stop
SVO–IST
Shortest Flight

Southwind Airlines

Southwind Airlines
4 Dec, Fri
Moscow – Istanbul
3h 45m
Non-stop
SVO–IST

Pegasus

Pegasus
14 Dec, Mon
Moscow – Istanbul
4h 15m
Non-stop
VKO–SAW

Azerbaijan Airlines

Azerbaijan Airlines
9 Nov, Mon
Moscow – Istanbul
14h 15m
1 stop
DME–IST

Turkish Airlines

Turkish Airlines
16 Nov, Mon
Moscow – Istanbul
4h
Non-stop
VKO–IST

Turkish Airlines

Turkish Airlines
1 Dec, Tue
Moscow – Istanbul
4h
Non-stop
VKO–IST

Last update: 07 November 2026 22:22

Direct flights from Moscow to Istanbul

Turkish Airlines
Aeroflot
Pegasus
AJet
S7 Airlines
Ural Airlines

Estimated Prices for Moscow to Istanbul Flights

Cheapest Day8 November Sunday
Best Price
₨29,428
Average Price
₨53,775
₨78,510
₨29,428
₨29,428
08Sun
Nov
₨66,898
09Mon
₨78,510
16Mon
₨78,510
01Tue
Dec
₨33,415
04Fri
₨35,914
14Mon

Key Features of the Airlines

Information compiled by AI. For the most up-to-date information, contact the airline.

Transportation to Airport from Moscow City Center

Domodedovo - Domodedovo Mikhail Lomonosov Intl. Airport

You can reach Domodedovo Airport, which is located in Domodedovo city of Moscow Oblast, by choosing from the alternatives like taxi, train, bus and car rental from the city center, as well as you can arrive at the airport by driving. There are many alternatives you can prefer to reach from the city to Domodedovo Airport, which is the busiest airport in Russia.

Taxi

Taking a taxi is one of the fastest and most convenient options you can prefer to reach Domodedovo Airport from the city center. Transportation by taxi to Domodedovo Airport, which is located 22 kilometers away from the city center, is provided through Kashirskoe highway. You can easily get a taxi, which provides you with a safe and fast journey, from the passenger terminal of the airport.

Bus

Another option you can prefer to reach Domodedovo Airport from the city center is the buses. You have a chance to reach the airport in half an hour thanks to the non-stop Express buses, which depart every 15 minutes from the city center.

Train

One of the fastest alternatives you can prefer to get to the airport is the train. You have a chance to reach the airport in about 40 minutes thanks to the Aeroexpress high-speed train, which goes non-stop to the airport from Moscow Paveletsky station. The regular train, which is another option, takes about one hour to reach the airport by stopping by the other stations on the route.

Rent a car

Renting a car is another option you can prefer to reach the airport. You can comfortably get to the airport by the car you can rent online or by phone from the car rental companies. Avis, Hertz, Europcar and Rentmotors are among the car rental companies.

Airport Information

Domodedovo Airport has a single terminal building serving both Domestic and International flights.

On the second floor of the terminal building are shopping stores, SPA salons, cafés and restaurants. Paprika, Due Colone Pizzeria, Uzbechka, Zu Cafe, Viennese Cafe, Snack Bar, Pub Spaten, Shannon’s Irish Bar, Foster's Bar, Sport-Bar, Benvenuti, Italian bar & restaurant, Cinnabon, Oriental Express, Baskin-Robbins, Butterfly, Coffee House, Coffeemania, Coffeeshop Company, Macciato, МU-МU, Shokoladnitsa, Butterbrot and Paul Bakery are among the eating and drinking places. You can also buy shoes, perfume, jewelry, bags and souvenirs from the shopping store that is open 24 hours 7 days in the terminal building.

Vnukovo Airport

You can reach Vnukovo Airport, which is located in Moscow Oblast, by choosing from the alternatives such as taxi, airport shuttle service, train, buses and car rental from the city center, as well as you can arrive at the airport by driving. There are many alternatives you can prefer to reach from the city to Vnukovo Airport, which is one of three busiest airports in Russia.

Taxi

One of the busiest and fastest options you can prefer to reach Vnukovo Airport from the city center is taxi. It would be useful for you to take the traffic condition into consideration and plan your return journey accordingly before taking a taxi to Vnukovo Airport, which is located 28 kilometers away from the city. You can find contact information of the taxis, which allow you to trave safely and fast, from the airport's website.

Bus

Another alternative you can prefer to get to Vnukovo Airport from the city center is the buses. It is possible to reach the airport after a bus journey that takes about half an hour.

Train

One of the fastest alternatives you can choose to get to the airport is the train. You can easily reach the airport thanks to the Aeroexpress high-speed train, which departs from the stations in the city center. With the Aeroexpress high-speed train, it takes about 35 minutes to reach the airport from the Kievskiy railway station in the Moscow city center.

Airport Information

Vnukovo Airport has three passenger terminals as well as a VIP terminal in a separate building. All terminal buildings are provided with required security measures; international flights are arranged at terminals A and B, while domestic flights are arranged at Terminal D.


Sheremetyevo Intl. Airport

It is possible to reach Sheremetyevo Airport, which is 29 kilometers north of Moscow by taxi, airport shuttle service, train, bus and car rental options from the city center, as well as you can prefer to travel by your car. There are many options you can choose for transportation to Sheremetyevo Airport, one of the busiest airports in Russia.

Taxi

Taxi is one of the fastest and most comfortable options you can choose for transportation from the city center to Sheremetyevo Airport. If you want to take a taxi to reach Sheremetyevo Airport, which is located 29 kilometers away from the city center, you need to keep the traffic condition in mind and you may need to set your departure time accordingly. You can find the telephone numbers of the taxis that allow you to travel safely and quickly on the airport's website.

Bus

Taking a bus is another option you can prefer in order to reach Sheremetyevo Airport from the city center. There are three different routes for the buses you can take from the bus stops in the city center. You can get to the airport by getting on the buses 949 and 851 on Rechnoy Vokzal, the buses 817 and 948 on Planernaya, or the bus H1 on Leninskiy Prospect.

Train

Taking a train is one of the fastest alternatives you can prefer for transportation to the airport. You can easily reach the airport by the speed train called Aeroexpress. If you want to get to the airport by Aeroexpress train, you can get on the trains departing every 30 minutes from Belorussky train station in Moscow.

Airport Information

There are six passenger terminals at Sheremetyevo Airport, which is the second largest airport in Russia. All terminal buildings are provided with required security measures; the terminals A, B and C are located in the north part of the airport, while the terminals D, E and F are located in the south part of the airport.

The terminals provide various services such as internet access, baby care room, banks, post office, hotel, offices of tourism companies, prayer room, and car rental offices as well as the restaurants for eating and drinking needs and the stores where you can do shopping. In addition, lounges and meeting rooms, which are included in VIP services, are available in the terminal buildings.


Vnukovo - Vnukovo Andrei Tupolev Intl. Airport

There are a number of alternatives you can choose for transportation to Vnukovo Airport, one of the 3 busiest airports in Russia.

Taxi

One of the fastest and most comfortable options you can prefer to reach Vnukovo Airport from the city center is the taxi. It would be useful for you to plan your journey taking the traffic condition into consideration before taking a taxi to Vnukovo Airport, which is located 28 kilometers away from the city. You can visit the airport's website and find contact information of the taxi companies, which allow you to travel safely and fast.

Bus

Another transportation option you can prefer to get to Vnukovo Airport from the city center is the buses. It is possible to reach the airport after a bus journey that takes about half an hour.

Train

One of the fastest alternatives you can choose to get to the airport is the train. You can easily reach the airport thanks to the Aeroexpress high-speed train departing from the stations in the city center. With the Aeroexpress high-speed train, it takes about 35 minutes to reach the airport directly from the Kievskiy railway station in the Moscow city center.

Airport Information

Vnukovo Airport has three passenger terminals as well as a VIP terminal in a separate building. All terminal buildings are provided with required security measures; international flights are arranged at terminals A and B, while domestic flights are arranged at Terminal D.

Transportation to Istanbul City Center from Airport

Sabiha Gökçen Intl. Airport

Sabiha Gökçen Airport is located in Pendik, on the Anatolian Side of Istanbul. From the airport, you can get to the city center by metro, municipal bus, Havabus, public transport with a Marmaray transfer, taxi, car rental, or transfer service.

Metro
  • The airport is the terminus of the M4 Kadıköy–Sabiha Gökçen Airport metro line. The line takes about 50 minutes to get from the airport to Kadıköy.
  • You can transfer to Marmaray at Ayrılık Çeşmesi station and to the Metrobus at Ünalan station.
  • Timetables and weekend night services vary according to the current IBB (Istanbul Metropolitan Municipality) schedule. For up-to-date information, you can check Metro Istanbul's announcements.
  • You board the metro with an Istanbulkart. To buy a card, you can use the ticket machines at the stations.
Havabus
  • With Havabus services, you can reach Taksim and Kadıköy without transfers.
  • The Taksim line follows the Kavacık and Zincirlikuyu route. The journey takes about 1.5 hours, depending on traffic.
  • The Kadıköy line also stops at Yenisahra. The journey to Kadıköy takes about 1 hour, depending on traffic.
  • For current timetables and fares, you can check Havabus's official website.
Bus
  • E10: Kadıköy via Kurtköy
  • E3: 4. Levent Metro (European Side)
  • 16S: Uzunçayır Metrobus
  • MR60: Pendik YHT (Marmaray)
  • Routes and schedules may change. For up-to-date information, you can check the official IETT website or mobile app.
Marmaray
  • With Marmaray, you can reach many parts of the city by transferring.
  • You can take the MR60 bus to Pendik YHT station and transfer to Marmaray.
  • You can also take the M4 metro to Ayrılık Çeşmesi station and switch to Marmaray.
Taxi
  • You can take a taxi from the airport to anywhere in the city.
  • Bridge and tunnel tolls are paid by the passenger.
Car Rental
  • There are offices of international and local car rental companies at the airport.
  • If you make a reservation in advance, you can pick up your car without waiting in line.
Transfer
  • You can travel comfortably from the airport to different parts of the city with a private transfer service.
  • It is recommended to book your transfer at least one day in advance.

Istanbul Airport

You can reach the city by metro, bus, Havaist shuttle, taxi, rental car, or private transfer. Public transportation may require an additional connection.

Metro

The M11 metro line connects Gayrettepe, Istanbul Airport, and Halkalı, with 15 stations along its 69-kilometer route. The trip between the airport and Gayrettepe takes about 30 minutes. Check the timetable for current service hours, especially for late-night or early-morning trips.

  • Stops between the airport and Gayrettepe: İhsaniye, Göktürk, Kemerburgaz, Üniversite-Hasdal, and Kağıthane
  • Transfer at Gayrettepe: M2 Hacıosman – Yenikapı metro line (for Taksim) and the Metrobus at Zincirlikuyu
  • Transfer at Halkalı: Marmaray
Bus

İETT runs five bus lines from the airport to destinations across the city, including Mahmutbey, Mecidiyeköy, Halkalı, Arnavutköy, and Sarıyer. Bus trips take longer than the metro and depend on traffic.

  • Lines: H-1, H-2, H-3, H-6, and H-8
Havaist

Havaist runs shuttles from the airport to more than 10 destinations across the city. The Taksim shuttle stops at Beşiktaş on the way. Fares and accepted payment methods depend on the route, so check the Havaist website or app for current details.

  • Destinations include Sultanahmet, Taksim, Aksaray, Kadıköy, Bakırköy, Esenler Bus Terminal, Beylikdüzü, Avcılar–Bahçeşehir, Halkalı–Başakşehir, Silivri, Arnavutköy, and Sabiha Gökçen Airport
Taxi

Yellow, turquoise, and black taxis serve the airport 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. All taxis charge by meter, and you pay any bridge crossings, bus terminal exit fees, and toll roads on top of the fare. Turquoise and black taxis cost more than yellow taxis (currently about 15% and 70% more).

Car Rental

Several car rental companies have desks at the airport. A rental car gives you flexibility to visit the Historic Peninsula, Taksim, Kadıköy, Üsküdar, Florya, Polonezköy, Çatalca, and Şile. Book before you arrive to speed up pickup.

Transfer

A private transfer takes you from the airport to your chosen destination in Istanbul. It generally costs more than public transportation, but you travel door to door in comfort. Booking in advance is recommended.

Istanbul Weather

5-Day Forecast • Min / Max Temperature

Today
Saturday
7 Nov
Rain
10°6°
Sunday
8 Nov
Rain
9°5°
Monday
9 Nov
Cloudy
11°3°
Tuesday
10 Nov
Rain
12°6°
Wednesday
11 Nov
Rain
14°7°

Frequently Asked Questions

When you search for Moscow-Istanbul flights, Wingie directly gathers and compares instant data from all airlines. You can see all Moscow-Istanbul flights together for the date you are looking for and choose the most suitable flight.
For Moscow-Istanbul flights, you can use Domodedovo - Domodedovo Mikhail Lomonosov Intl. Airport, Sheremetyevo Intl. Airport, Vnukovo - Vnukovo Andrei Tupolev Intl. Airport, Zhukovsky Intl. Airport as departure airport, and Sabiha Gökçen Intl. Airport, Istanbul Airport for arrival.
The straight-line distance between Moscow and Istanbul is about 1713 km. According to Wingie flight data, direct Moscow – Istanbul flights took about 3 hour 45 minutes in the last 30 days.
When the average prices are examined, the most suitable day for Moscow-Istanbul flights is Sunday.
According to Wingie flight data, as of November 2026 8 airlines operate direct flights between Moscow and Istanbul, led by Turkish Airlines, Aeroflot and Pegasus, followed by AJet, Southwind Airlines, S7 Airlines, Ural Airlines and Pobeda.
On this route, low-cost airlines typically offer fares that include only cabin and hand baggage. Full-service airlines may include baggage and refreshment fees in the base price. The best option varies according to baggage needs. Based on current data, the lowest fare on this route with Ural Airlines starts from approximately ₨18,803.
AirlinePriceStandard inclusions
Ural Airlines
₨18,803
Paid Change / 1 piece x 10 kg of cabin baggage (40x55x25 cm)
Aeroflot
₨28,847
1 piece x 8 kg of cabin baggage
Southwind Airlines
₨19,429
1 piece x 8 kg of cabin baggage
Pegasus
₨34,312
1 personal item up to 3 kg (40x30x15 cm)
AJet
₨31,718
1 personal item up to 4 kg (40x30x15 cm)
Pobeda
₨20,822
Paid Change / 1 piece of cabin baggage (30x36x27 cm)
S7 Airlines
₨70,231
Paid Change / 1 piece x 10 kg of cabin baggage (40x55x23 cm)
Turkish Airlines
₨97,849
1 piece x 8 kg of cabin baggage / Complimentary Refreshments

Last update: 07.11.2026

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