Direct (nonstop) flights from Ankara to Moscow

1 airline flys nonstop from Ankara Esenboğa Airport (ESB) to Vnukovo International Airport (VKO). It's 1,088 miles (1,751 km), about 4h 25m in the air. Operated by AJet.

ESB
Ankara Esenboğa Airport
🇹🇷 Ankara, Turkiye
VKO
Vnukovo International Airport
🇷🇺 Moscow, Russia
Flight Time
4h 25m
Distance
1,088 mi
1,751 km
CO₂/pax
184 kg
−132 kg vs. layover
Airlines
1
AJet
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by AJet AJet

Route data last updated: May 29, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

AJet VF AJet
Route
ESB → VKO
Flight Time
4h 25m
Distance
1,088 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Ankara to Moscow with one stop · direct emits 184 kg CO₂ per passenger

ESB TBS (Tbilisi) VKO
Leg 1: 1h 40m (635 mi) Leg 2: 3h (1,023 mi) Total: ~4h 40m 🍃 316 kg CO₂ (+72% vs. direct)
Leg 1
ESB → TBS
1h 40m · 635 mi
View ESB to TBS flights →
Leg 2
TBS → VKO
3h · 1,023 mi
View TBS to VKO flights →
ESB IST (Istanbul) VKO
Leg 1: 1h 20m (237 mi) Leg 2: 3h 55m (1,064 mi) Total: ~5h 15m 🍃 249 kg CO₂ (+35% vs. direct)
Leg 1
ESB → IST
1h 20m · 237 mi
View ESB to IST flights →
Leg 2
IST → VKO
3h 55m · 1,064 mi
View IST to VKO flights →
ESB SAW (Istanbul) VKO
Leg 1: 1h 10m (201 mi) Leg 2: 4h 10m (1,078 mi) Total: ~5h 20m 🍃 244 kg CO₂ (+33% vs. direct)
Leg 1
ESB → SAW
1h 10m · 201 mi
View ESB to SAW flights →
Leg 2
SAW → VKO
4h 10m · 1,078 mi
View SAW to VKO flights →
ESB ADB (Izmir) VKO
Leg 1: 1h 20m (337 mi) Leg 2: 4h 20m (1,285 mi) Total: ~5h 40m 🍃 304 kg CO₂ (+65% vs. direct)
Leg 1
ESB → ADB
1h 20m · 337 mi
View ESB to ADB flights →
Leg 2
ADB → VKO
4h 20m · 1,285 mi
View ADB to VKO flights →
ESB GYD (Baku) VKO
Leg 1: 2h 20m (900 mi) Leg 2: 3h 20m (1,197 mi) Total: ~5h 40m 🍃 394 kg CO₂ (+114% vs. direct)
Leg 1
ESB → GYD
2h 20m · 900 mi
View ESB to GYD flights →
Leg 2
GYD → VKO
3h 20m · 1,197 mi
View GYD to VKO flights →

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VKO → ESB: Flights from Moscow to Ankara

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Ankara to Moscow?

A nonstop flight from Ankara (ESB) to Moscow (VKO) takes approximately 4 hours and 25 minutes. The distance is 1,088 miles (1,751 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Ankara to Moscow?

Just AJet.

Is there a nonstop flight from Ankara to Moscow?

Yes. 1 airline: AJet.

How far is Ankara from Moscow?

The flight distance from Ankara to Moscow is 1,088 miles (1,751 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as New York to Miami.

What type of aircraft flies from Ankara to Moscow?

At 4h 25m, this route typically uses narrow-body or mid-range jets — Boeing 737 MAX or Airbus A320neo. Varies by airline.

Do I need a visa to travel from Turkiye to Russia?

Depends on your passport. Check with the Russia embassy or an official visa portal before booking — requirements change.

What is the carbon footprint of a flight from Ankara to Moscow?

Roughly 184 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 920 km.

Is the return flight from Moscow to Ankara also nonstop?

Yes — nonstop flights run both ways. Flight time may differ slightly due to wind patterns.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Ankara to Moscow?

Midweek flights (Tue/Wed) outside holiday peaks are usually cheapest. For long-haul, booking 2-3 months out tends to help. Use "Check Prices" above to compare.

How early should I arrive at Ankara Esenboğa Airport for this flight?

3 hours before departure for international flights. You need time for check-in, security, and immigration.