Istanbul to Moscow (IST–DME) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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  Flight Airline AC Dep Arr Dur OTP Sched  
S73750
S7 S7
320
5:20 PM
+03
10:05 PM
MSK
4h 45m
M T W T F S S
Prices
U6784
U6 Ural
321
5:55 PM
+03
11:05 PM
MSK
5h 10m
M T W T F S S
Prices
U6783
U6 Ural
321
9:55 AM
MSK
3:15 PM
+03
5h 20m
M T W T F S S
Prices
S73749
S7 S7
320
11:00 AM
MSK
4:20 PM
+03
5h 20m
M T W T F S S
Prices

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Istanbul to Moscow
2 carriers, 14 flights/week nonstop.
2 Airlines 14 Flights/wk 1,062 mi 4h 45m nonstop 19 1-stop hubs

IST–DME is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. S7 Airlines and Ural Airlines lead the route. The flight covers 1,062 miles in approximately 4h 45m. Beyond nonstop, 19 hubs offer 1-stop connections.

Airline Landscape

All carriers operating nonstop IST–DME service, compared side by side.
Airline Freq/wk Aircraft Duration Dep OTP Alliance Codeshares
S7 S7 Airlines 7 320 4h45 Oneworld
U6 Ural Airlines 7 321 5h10
Aircraft on this route
320 Airbus A320 – S7
321 Airbus A321 – U6
Alliance coverage
Oneworld: S7 (7 flights/wk, 50%)
Unaffiliated: U6 (7 flights/wk, 50%)
OTP based on airport-level delay snapshots. Duration ranges reflect seasonal/directional variation.

Weekly Schedule Pattern

Nonstop flight frequency by day of week, IST to DME direction.
Mon
2
flights
Tue
2
flights
Wed
2
flights
Thu
2
flights
Fri
2
flights
Sat
2
flights
Sun
2
flights
Departure time distribution
12 AM6 AM12 PM6 PM12 AM
Morning departures
Afternoon/evening departures
2
Nonstop flights
14
Outbound / wk
14
Return / wk

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for IST to DME.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
19
Hubs
~7h
Fastest
~30h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
655
Candidates
Two-stop connections loaded in the connections tab above.
Connections computed from published schedules with minimum connection time verification. Use the interactive explorer above the fold to filter by airline, tier, and layover time.

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
0h
Moscow is 0 hours the same as Istanbul.
IST: +03 · DME: MSK

When it's 6:00 PM in Istanbul, it's 6:00 PM in Moscow.
Distance & Flight Time
1,062 mi / 1,708 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 4h 45m to 5h 10m.
Visa & Entry

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.

Getting to IST

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–DME Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Istanbul to Moscow route.
Route details
Distance1,062 mi / 1,708 km
Flight time4h 45m to 5h 10m
Time difference0 hours
Airlines (nonstop)2
Weekly flights14 out / 14 return
1-stop connections19 hubs
Origin: IST
IATA / ICAOIST / LTFM
TimezoneEurope/Istanbul
Passengers/yr80.1M
Elevation325 ft / 99 m
Destination: DME
IATA / ICAODME / UUDD
TimezoneEurope/Moscow
Passengers/yr15.6M
Elevation588 ft / 179 m

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about IST to DME flights.
Nonstop flights from İstanbul Airport to Domodedovo International Airport take approximately 4h 45m to 5h 10m. The route covers 1,062 miles.
2 airlines operate nonstop service: S7 Airlines and Ural Airlines.
There are approximately 14 nonstop flights per week from IST to DME. The return direction has about 14 weekly flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through GRV, KRR, GYD, MRV, BAH, ADD, SVX, AUH, EVN, MSQ, CAI, DYU, LED, AYT, TAS, DXB, AER, SHJ and RKT. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Yes, return flights from DME to IST are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
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Route data is updated regularly from official airline schedules. On-time performance data comes from recent airport delay snapshots.

Flights from IST to DME

İstanbul Airport (IST) and Domodedovo International Airport (DME) are connected by nonstop service from S7 Airlines and Ural Airlines. With 14 weekly departures, this is a well served route.

IST to DME Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from IST to DME ranges from 4 hours 45 minutes to 5 hours 10 minutes. The route covers a distance of 1,062 miles (1,708 km). There are approximately 14 weekly flights outbound and 14 return, totaling 28 flights per week in both directions.

Connecting Options and Alternatives

19 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 7 hours via GRV. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.