How to get from Istanbul to Makhachkala
A real 1-leg route: flight. Flight time 2h 45m, from €139.
We compared the ways to travel from Istanbul to Makhachkala. The most useful option is a flight; the flight itself takes 2h 45m, not counting the trip to and from the airports. The two cities are about 1553 km apart in a straight line. The price and operators below come from a real route search.
This is the lowest fare we have recorded for this route in the last 14 days.
This fare comes from a search on August 22, 2026 and has not been refreshed since. Run a live search for today's price.
Istanbul to Makhachkala: cheapest or fastest?
All from the same recent search. Pick a tab: the legs, the timing and the difference from the others all change with it.
- 1Istanbul Airport → Makhachkala Uytash International Airportflight
Pobeda·2h 45m
The best balance of price and time we found on this route.
How the trip from Istanbul to Makhachkala works
Start with a DP flight from Istanbul to Makhachkala, about 2h 45m. In total it's roughly €139 over 2h 45m, direct, no transfers.
Along the way to Makhachkala
DepartureIstanbulWho runs Istanbul to Makhachkala
On this route you travel with Pobeda; Routavio does not add a booking fee.
Istanbul to Makhachkala: common questions
How long does it take to get from Istanbul to Makhachkala?+−
The most useful option is a flight; the flight itself takes about 2h 45m. Getting to and from the airports is on top of that.
How far is Makhachkala from Istanbul?+−
About 1553 km in a straight line. The real route on the ground or in the air is longer.
How much does Istanbul to Makhachkala cost?+−
The best price in our latest search was €139. The exact fare depends on your travel date.
Are there direct flights from Istanbul to Makhachkala?+−
Yes. The best option we found flies without a transfer and takes about 2h 45m.
How long is the flight from Istanbul to Makhachkala?+−
About 2h 45m, and that is the flight itself. Getting to and from the airports is on top of it.
What are the airport codes for Istanbul and Makhachkala?+−
Istanbul is IST and Makhachkala is MCX, so this route is usually written IST to MCX.
Which operators run Istanbul to Makhachkala?+−
On this route you travel with Pobeda.
What is the cheapest way to get from Istanbul to Makhachkala?+−
Usually a flexible date, or leaving from a nearby airport. A live search puts every option for your dates side by side.
Can I book directly?+−
Yes. Routavio sends you straight to the operator or an independent third-party provider. We never add a booking fee. The final fare and availability are confirmed by that provider.
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