Cheap Flights from Istanbul to Moscow Starting at $78

The Istanbul — Moscow route is served by a wide range of airlines: 11 in total, including Kinda Airlines, Turkish Airlines, Pobeda, Valuair, Pegasus Airlines, Ural Airlines, Azerbaijan Airlines, S7 Airlines, Air Arabia, Air Arabia Abu Dhabi, and Jazeera Airways. Competition among carriers gives passengers the opportunity to find tickets at attractive fares — with prices starting from $78. Our service helps compare all available offers within seconds and choose the most convenient option. You can filter flights by price, departure time, or baggage rules to make your trip as comfortable as possible. With so many airlines, there’s always a chance to catch special promotions and save.

Istanbul is served by two main airports with distinct roles. Istanbul Airport (IST) is the large international hub handling most long-haul and full-service carriers; it’s typically seen as the city’s premium gateway located about 35–45 km northwest of the historic center. Ground links usually include metro and HSR connections, express buses and taxis taking roughly 40–60 minutes to central districts depending on traffic, with fares varying from economical public transit prices to mid-range taxi rates. Sabiha Gökçen (SAW) on the Asian side is often positioned as the low-cost and regional alternative, around 40–50 km from central European-side landmarks; shuttle buses and Havabus services, commuter ferries and longer taxi rides can take 60–90 minutes. IST generally offers greater airline choice and amenities, while SAW can be cheaper but less convenient for central locations due to distance and transfer times.

Sheremetyevo International (SVO) is Moscow’s largest international hub and typically serves full-service carriers and many long-haul routes, so it can be perceived as mid-to-premium in price compared with budget-focused fields. Located about 29 km northwest of the city center, journey times by Aeroexpress train are usually around 35–40 minutes with fares often in the modest range, while taxis or ride-hailing can take 40–70 minutes depending on traffic and cost more. The airport is generally comfortable with extensive amenities and straightforward transfer options, but peak-hour congestion and distance from central Moscow can be downsides for quick city access. Domodedovo International (DME) functions as a major international and domestic gateway that often handles a mix of full-service and low-cost carriers; fares can feel mid-range but budget deals are common. It sits roughly 42 km southeast of central Moscow, with Aeroexpress rail links typically taking about 45 minutes and priced affordably, and road trips by taxi or bus taking 50–90 minutes depending on traffic. Domodedovo offers good passenger services and a wide route network, yet travel times and occasional heavy traffic can make transfers less convenient for short stays. Vnukovo International (VKO) usually operates as a significant airport for both domestic and some international flights, often attracting charter and lower-cost services alongside established carriers. Positioned about 28 km southwest of the city center, Aeroexpress trains generally take around 35–40 minutes to connect with downtown, while taxis or ride services can vary from 35 up to 70 minutes and typically cost more than rail. Vnukovo can be a comfortable and less hectic alternative to the largest hubs, but service frequency and fewer long-haul options may be limitations for some itineraries. Zhukovsky International (ZIA) is Moscow’s newer, smaller international airfield that often handles charter flights, low-cost services, and overflow traffic rather than being a primary hub. At approximately 40 km southeast of the city center, road transfers are the main option—typically 50–80 minutes by car—while public bus and regional rail links can be slower but economical. ZIA is generally perceived as budget-friendly for certain routes and can be less crowded, though it offers fewer amenities and connections compared with Moscow’s bigger airports, so transfers and onward travel can require more planning.