Cheap Flights from Moscow to Istanbul
From USD 200 · Example fare
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)
Only connecting itineraries were found in this sample search (no nonstop offer).
Fare snapshot
GBP 374.56
Range in this sample: GBP 374.56–1,479.65
Sample search, fares as of Aug 13, 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 |
|---|---|
| Jan | USD 230 |
| Feb | USD 210 |
| Mar | USD 190 |
| Apr | USD 180 |
| May | USD 180 |
| Jun | USD 190 |
| Jul | USD 210 |
| Aug | USD 220 |
| Sep | USD 190 |
| Oct | USD 180 |
| Nov | USD 190 |
| Dec | USD 260 |
Illustrative monthly price trend — for guidance only, not real fares
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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.