Istanbul to Sochi (IST–AER) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
IST–AER is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. Aerosucre leads the route. The flight covers 592 miles in approximately 1h 50m. Beyond nonstop, 10 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A4 Aerosucre | 6 | SU9 | 1h50 | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Travel Essentials
IST: +03 · AER: MSK
When it's 6:00 PM in Istanbul, it's 6:00 PM in Sochi.
Turkish passport holders need an eVisa to enter Russia. Apply through the official Russian eVisa portal at evisa.kdmid.ru. The eVisa allows stays up to 16 days per entry within a 60-day validity window. The fee is USD 52 for adults. Children under 6 are exempt from the fee. Processing takes up to 4 calendar days. Passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond the date of entry. The eVisa covers tourism, business, and humanitarian visits.
Istanbul Metro M11 Gayrettepe–İstanbul Havalimanı line connects the airport to the broader metro network; from Gayrettepe (Mecidiyeköy/Levent area) the journey is about 35 minutes (₺60–70 with Istanbulkart). The line runs roughly 5am to midnight.Havaist express buses serve Taksim, Kadıköy, and other major hubs (₺50–80, 45–90 minutes depending on traffic). Taxis use a meter; expect ₺400–600 from Taksim or Sultanahmet. The airport is 35km northwest of the city; traffic on the O-7 motorway can be severe during peak hours.
IST–AER Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from IST to AER
İstanbul Airport (IST) and Sochi International Airport (AER) are connected by nonstop service from Aerosucre. With 6 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.
IST to AER Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from IST to AER ranges from 1 hours 50 minutes. The route covers a distance of 592 miles (953 km). There are approximately 6 weekly flights outbound and 36 return, totaling 42 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
10 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 10 hours via ALA. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.