Direct (nonstop) flights from Istanbul to Adler/Sochi

3 airlines fly nonstop from Istanbul Airport (IST) to Sochi Airport (AER). It's 592 miles (953 km), about 1h 53m in the air. Operated by Azimuth, Aeroflot, Ural Airlines.

IST
Istanbul Airport
🇹🇷 Istanbul, Turkiye
AER
Sochi Airport
🇷🇺 Adler/Sochi, Russia
Flight Time
1h 53m
Distance
592 mi
953 km
CO₂/pax
110 kg
−67 kg vs. layover
Airlines
3
Azimuth +2
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by Azimuth Azimuth Aeroflot Aeroflot Ural Airlines Ural Airlines

Route data last updated: May 29, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Azimuth A4 Azimuth
Route
IST → AER
Flight Time
1h 53m
Distance
592 mi
Aeroflot SU Aeroflot
Route
IST → AER
Flight Time
1h 53m
Distance
592 mi
Ural Airlines U6 Ural Airlines
Route
IST → AER
Flight Time
1h 53m
Distance
592 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Istanbul to Adler/Sochi with one stop · direct emits 110 kg CO₂ per passenger

IST BUS (Batumi) AER
Leg 1: 1h 55m (667 mi) Leg 2: 1h (152 mi) Total: ~2h 55m 🍃 177 kg CO₂ (+61% vs. direct)
Leg 1
IST → BUS
1h 55m · 667 mi
View IST to BUS flights →
Leg 2
BUS → AER
1h · 152 mi
View BUS to AER flights →
IST MRV (Mineralnye Vody) AER
Leg 1: 2h 15m (757 mi) Leg 2: 1h 5m (166 mi) Total: ~3h 20m 🍃 196 kg CO₂ (+78% vs. direct)
Leg 1
IST → MRV
2h 15m · 757 mi
View IST to MRV flights →
Leg 2
MRV → AER
1h 5m · 166 mi
View MRV to AER flights →
IST EVN (Yerevan) AER
Leg 1: 2h 15m (824 mi) Leg 2: 1h 20m (323 mi) Total: ~3h 35m 🍃 237 kg CO₂ (+115% vs. direct)
Leg 1
IST → EVN
2h 15m · 824 mi
View IST to EVN flights →
Leg 2
EVN → AER
1h 20m · 323 mi
View EVN to AER flights →
IST TBS (Tbilisi) AER
Leg 1: 2h 20m (841 mi) Leg 2: 1h 20m (283 mi) Total: ~3h 40m 🍃 233 kg CO₂ (+112% vs. direct)
Leg 1
IST → TBS
2h 20m · 841 mi
View IST to TBS flights →
Leg 2
TBS → AER
1h 20m · 283 mi
View TBS to AER flights →
IST BEG (Belgrade) AER
Leg 1: 1h 45m (493 mi) Leg 2: 2h 30m (979 mi) Total: ~4h 15m 🍃 281 kg CO₂ (+155% vs. direct)
Leg 1
IST → BEG
1h 45m · 493 mi
View IST to BEG flights →
Leg 2
BEG → AER
2h 30m · 979 mi
View BEG to AER flights →

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Istanbul to Adler/Sochi?

A nonstop flight from Istanbul (IST) to Adler/Sochi (AER) takes approximately 1 hours and 53 minutes. The distance is 592 miles (953 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Istanbul to Adler/Sochi?

3 airlines: Azimuth, Aeroflot, Ural Airlines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Istanbul to Adler/Sochi?

Yes. 3 airlines: Azimuth, Aeroflot, Ural Airlines.

How far is Istanbul from Adler/Sochi?

The flight distance from Istanbul to Adler/Sochi is 592 miles (953 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as the length of Italy.

What type of aircraft flies from Istanbul to Adler/Sochi?

At 1h 53m, this route typically uses narrow-body aircraft — Boeing 737 or Airbus A320. 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 Istanbul to Adler/Sochi?

Roughly 110 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 550 km.

Is the return flight from Adler/Sochi to Istanbul 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 Istanbul to Adler/Sochi?

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 Istanbul Airport for this flight?

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