Istanbul to Moscow (IST–VKO) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
IST–VKO is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. Turkish Airlines leads the route. The flight covers 1,062 miles in approximately 3h 50m. Beyond nonstop, 32 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TK Turkish Airlines | 62 | 32B, 333 | 3h50-3h55 | – | Star Alliance | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Moscow from Istanbul
| Metric | IST→VKO | SAW→VKO |
|---|---|---|
| Distance from IST | – | 40 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 1 | 2 |
| Weekly flights | 62 | 35 |
| Flight time | 3h 50m | 3h 49m |
Travel Essentials
IST: +03 · VKO: MSK
When it's 6:00 PM in Istanbul, it's 6:00 PM in Moscow.
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–VKO Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from IST to VKO
İstanbul Airport (IST) and Vnukovo International Airport (VKO) are connected by nonstop service from Turkish Airlines. With 62 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
IST to VKO Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from IST to VKO ranges from 3 hours 50 minutes to 3 hours 55 minutes. The route covers a distance of 1,062 miles (1,709 km). There are approximately 62 weekly flights outbound and 58 return, totaling 120 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
32 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 9 hours via BGW. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Pendik, Istanbul (SAW).