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Turkish Airlines flights from Istanbul to Moscow

Istanbul (IST) Moscow (MOW) Return direction
from 112 USDCheapest fare found
4 h 5 minFlight time
1756 kmDistance
Istanbul22°Cmostly clear · 21…30°C
Moscow14°Covercast · 14…18°C
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Weather by month: Istanbul and Moscow

MonthIstanbulMoscow
January8°C · 86 mm-1°C · 38 mm
February4°C · 87 mm-6°C · 3 mm
March11°C · 37 mm3°C · 35 mm
April11°C · 50 mm8°C · 61 mm
May18°C · 60 mm14°C · 72 mm
June23°C · 2 mm17°C · 85 mm
July27°C · 0 mm22°C · 83 mm
August25°C · 5 mm17°C · 100 mm
September21°C · 29 mm14°C · 12 mm
October16°C · 142 mm7°C · 78 mm
November15°C · 47 mm3°C · 69 mm
December9°C · 86 mm-2°C · 42 mm

Average temperature and total rainfall per month, last full year.

Cheapest tickets found recently

No Turkish Airlines fares were found in the last 48 hours; these are the lowest prices on the route with the carrier shown on each card.

About Turkish Airlines flights from Istanbul to Moscow

Turkish Airlines operates flights from Istanbul New Airport (IST) to Moscow's Vnukovo Airport (VKO), covering a distance of 1,756 kilometers. With connections being common on this route, typical flight time is around 245 minutes. This route serves both business and leisure travelers connecting Turkey's largest hub with Russia's capital.

Lowest fares typically appear in December. Turkish Airlines allows one cabin bag up to 8 kg and 55x40x23 cm. Checked baggage is not included in the base fare. Online check-in opens 24 hours before departure and closes 90 minutes before flight time.

Airports on this route

DepartureIstanbul New Airport (IST)
ArrivalVnukovo Airport (VKO)
Flight time4 h 5 min
Distance1756 km
Quick answer

Turkish Airlines cabin bag: 1 piece, 8 kg (18 lb), 55 × 40 × 23 cm (22 × 16 × 9 in). Checked bag in Economy: not included in the basic fare.

ItemAllowanceDetails
Cabin bag 1 piece · 8 kg (18 lb) 55 × 40 × 23 cm (22 × 16 × 9 in)
Personal item included 40 × 30 × 15 cm (16 × 12 × 6 in)
Checked baggage - Economy 1 piece · 23 kg (51 lb) paid option
Checked baggage - Business 1 piece · 32 kg (71 lb) included in the fare
Extra bagfrom 100 USDcheaper when added online in advance
Overweight feefrom 5 USDper bag above the allowance

Basic Economy allowance on most routes; premium fares and some destinations get more. Weights are shown in kilograms with pounds in brackets, sizes in centimetres with inches in brackets. Always confirm on the official website before travelling.

Quick answer

Turkish Airlines online check-in opens 24 h before departure and closes 1 h 30 min before departure. Online check-in is free.

Online check-in opens24 h before departure
Online check-in closes1 h 30 min before departure
Airport counters close45 min before departure
Check-in feeonline check-in is free
Boarding passmobile boarding pass, print at home
Mobile app check-inavailable

Times apply to most routes; long-haul, US and some airport-specific deadlines differ. Confirm on the official website before travelling.

Frequently asked questions

How long does the Turkish Airlines flight from Istanbul to Moscow take?
The typical flight time is approximately 245 minutes (around 4 hours 5 minutes). Note that connections are common on this route, so total journey time will be longer.
Which airports are used for Turkish Airlines flights Istanbul to Moscow?
Flights depart from Istanbul New Airport (IST) and arrive at Moscow's Vnukovo Airport (VKO).
Is checked baggage included with Turkish Airlines tickets on this route?
No, checked baggage is not included in the base fare. If needed, one checked bag up to 23 kg can be added. You are allowed one cabin bag of maximum 8 kg and dimensions 55x40x23 cm.
When can I check in online for this flight?
Online check-in opens 24 hours before departure and closes 90 minutes before flight time.

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