Turkish Airlines flights from Moscow to Istanbul
Weather by month: Moscow and Istanbul
| Month | Moscow | Istanbul |
|---|---|---|
| January | -1°C · 38 mm | 8°C · 86 mm |
| February | -6°C · 3 mm | 4°C · 87 mm |
| March | 3°C · 35 mm | 11°C · 37 mm |
| April | 8°C · 61 mm | 11°C · 50 mm |
| May | 14°C · 72 mm | 18°C · 60 mm |
| June | 17°C · 85 mm | 23°C · 2 mm |
| July | 22°C · 83 mm | 27°C · 0 mm |
| August | 17°C · 100 mm | 25°C · 5 mm |
| September | 14°C · 12 mm | 21°C · 29 mm |
| October | 7°C · 78 mm | 16°C · 142 mm |
| November | 3°C · 69 mm | 15°C · 47 mm |
| December | -2°C · 42 mm | 9°C · 86 mm |
Average temperature and total rainfall per month, last full year.
About Turkish Airlines flights from Moscow to Istanbul
Turkish Airlines operates flights from Moscow to Istanbul, connecting Vnukovo Airport (VKO) with Istanbul New Airport (IST). This route covers 1,756 kilometers and typically takes 3 hours and 45 minutes of flight time. Turkish Airlines usually flies this route non-stop, making it convenient for both business and leisure travelers heading between Russia's capital and Turkey's largest city.
Fares tend to be lowest in February. Passengers can bring a cabin bag up to 8 kg and measuring 55×40×23 cm at no extra charge. Checked baggage is not included in the base fare; one checked bag up to 23 kg can be added for a fee. Online check-in opens 24 hours before departure and closes 90 minutes before the flight departs.
Airports on this route
| Departure | Vnukovo Airport (VKO) |
|---|---|
| Arrival | Istanbul New Airport (IST) |
| Flight time | 3 h 45 min (estimated) |
| Distance | 1756 km |
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.
| Item | Allowance | Details |
|---|---|---|
| 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 bag | from 100 USD | cheaper when added online in advance |
| Overweight fee | from 5 USD | per 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.
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 opens | 24 h before departure |
|---|---|
| Online check-in closes | 1 h 30 min before departure |
| Airport counters close | 45 min before departure |
| Check-in fee | online check-in is free |
| Boarding pass | mobile boarding pass, print at home |
| Mobile app check-in | available |
Times apply to most routes; long-haul, US and some airport-specific deadlines differ. Confirm on the official website before travelling.