Flights from Moscow to Istanbul

From Russia, into Turkiye.

Discover better routes, clear prices, and centre-to-centre journey ideas for this European city pair.

Recent example signalfrom €57Example one-way price

This is a recent example price signal for economy one-way. Partner confirms availability.● Freshness: within the last 7 days

Flight duration3h 45m direct

Direct flightsFrom SVO or VKO

Arrive in IstanbulISL or IST or SAW
Choice of airports

Booked externallyWith a trusted partner

When is it often cheaper

Recent observed prices for the next available travel dates. Not a guarantee of future prices.

Historical pattern

Fri16 Oct€101previously €83

Sat17 Oct€98previously €90

Sun18 Oct€98previously €83

Mon19 Oct€98previously €82

Tue20 Oct€99previously €69

Wed21 Oct€101previously €96

Thu22 Oct€129previously €108

Fri23 Oct€141previously €120

Sat24 Oct€163previously €146

Sun25 Oct€151previously €108

Route context & options

Airport options are based on the route data currently available to us.

Departure options from Moscow

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Sheremetyevo International Airport (SVO)Direct route option observed · About 28.9 km in a straight line from the city reference point.
Vnukovo Airport (VKO)Direct route option observed · About 28.6 km in a straight line from the city reference point.
Moscow Domodedovo Airport (DME)Airport serving this city · About 42.3 km in a straight line from the city reference point.

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Ostafyevo (OSF)Airport serving this city · About 27.6 km in a straight line from the city reference point.
Zhukovsky International Airport (ZIA)Airport serving this city · About 40.0 km in a straight line from the city reference point.

Arrival options in Istanbul

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Istanbul New Airport (IST)Direct route option observed · About 34.3 km in a straight line from the city reference point.
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (ISL)Airport serving this city · About 11.5 km in a straight line from the city reference point.
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)Airport serving this city · About 32.8 km in a straight line from the city reference point.

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Istanbul New Airport (IST)

Airport arrival guide

About 34.3 km in a straight line from the city reference point.

Istanbul Ataturk Airport (ISL)

Airport arrival guide

About 11.5 km in a straight line from the city reference point.

Arriving in Istanbul

City arrival guide

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About travelling Moscow to Istanbul

Moscow to Istanbul is an international flight journey from Russia to Turkiye. Use the route page to compare airports, observed fares and date options before booking with a travel partner.

Moscow is linked with Moscow Domodedovo Airport (DME), Ostafyevo (OSF), Sheremetyevo International Airport (SVO) in our route reference data. Reference coordinates place Moscow Domodedovo Airport about 41.9 km in a straight line from Moscow. Compare the exact arrival or departure airport before booking. Istanbul is linked with Istanbul Ataturk Airport (ISL), Istanbul New Airport (IST), Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) in our route reference data. Reference coordinates place Istanbul Ataturk Airport about 13.6 km in a straight line from Istanbul. Compare the exact arrival or departure airport before booking. Recent route data includes a direct fare signal, but schedules can change by date and season.

Airport planningIstanbul is linked with Istanbul Ataturk Airport (ISL), Istanbul New Airport (IST), Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) in our route reference data. Reference coordinates place Istanbul Ataturk Airport about 13.6 km in a straight line from Istanbul. Compare the exact arrival or departure airport before booking.Fare signalsRecent monitored one-way fares for this route have started from EUR 98. This is an observed signal rather than a promise of availability or final price.Travel planningAllow extra time for check-in, security and the onward journey. Straight-line airport distance is a geographic reference, not a transfer-time estimate.

FAQs

What prices have recently been observed for Moscow to Istanbul?

Recent one-way fares have been observed from €57. This is an example price signal; the booking partner confirms availability and the final fare.

Are direct flights observed from Moscow to Istanbul?

Recent fare data includes a direct option from Moscow to Istanbul. Flight schedules and availability can change, so confirm the itinerary shown by the booking partner for your dates.

Which Istanbul airport should I choose when flying from Moscow?

The airports linked to Istanbul in our reference data include Istanbul Ataturk Airport (ISL), Istanbul New Airport (IST), Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW). Reference coordinates place Istanbul Ataturk Airport (ISL) about 13.6 km in a straight line from Istanbul. This is a geographic guide, not a transfer-time estimate. Compare the itinerary shown by the booking partner with your arrival time and onward plans before booking.

Which airport can I depart from in Moscow?

The departure airport options linked to Moscow include Moscow Domodedovo Airport (DME), Ostafyevo (OSF), Sheremetyevo International Airport (SVO). Reference coordinates place Moscow Domodedovo Airport (DME) about 41.9 km in a straight line from Moscow. This is a geographic guide, not a transfer-time estimate. The airport available for a particular fare can vary by date and itinerary.

How do I choose between airports in Istanbul?

Istanbul has more than one airport option in our route data: Istanbul Ataturk Airport (ISL), Istanbul New Airport (IST), Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW). Compare the arrival airport, the flight times and your onward journey before choosing an itinerary.

What should I compare before booking Moscow to Istanbul?

For an international journey from Russia to Turkiye, compare nearby dates, the departure and arrival airports, and whether the itinerary is direct. Recent fares are useful signals, but availability and the final price are confirmed by the booking partner.