Moscow to Ankara flights
Direct and connecting flights from Vnukovo International Airport (VKO) to Esenboğa International Airport (ESB) — airlines, aircraft types, and the safety record for this route.
Route FAQ
How long does the flight from Moscow to Ankara take?
Flight time from Moscow (VKO) to Ankara (ESB) depends on routing, aircraft type, and whether the flight is direct or connecting. A direct flight typically reflects great-circle distance plus winds, while one-stop options can add several hours depending on the layover airport. The typical block time and frequency we have observed for this route are shown above.
Which airlines fly from Moscow to Ankara?
Airline availability for VKO to ESB changes by season and sometimes week to week as carriers adjust capacity. The airlines and aircraft types observed operating this route, both direct and connecting, are listed below based on real flight-tracking data.
Are there direct flights from Moscow to Ankara?
Direct (nonstop) availability on VKO to ESB varies by date, day of week, and season. Busy city pairs usually have multiple daily nonstops, while thinner routes may only have direct service a few days per week or only during peak seasons.
No fatal or serious occurrence recorded and attributed to operators on this pair in the last 90 days.
- Turkish Airlines5-yr attributed events: 9Last 90 days: none recorded
- TKJ5-yr: no attributed events (coverage limited)Last 90 days: none recorded
| Carrier | Sightings / 90d | Safety events |
|---|---|---|
| Turkish Airlines | 2 sightings | No recorded events |
| TKJ | 1 sighting | No recorded events |
Planning VKO → ESB
VKO to ESB is a medium-haul route of 1,748 km (1,086 mi). See the return ESB → VKO route.
Alternative airports near Moscow: Moscow (OSF) — 18 km, Moscow (SVO) — 43 km, Moscow (DME) — 45 km.
Alternative airports near Ankara: Ankara (ANK) — 33 km.