Direct (nonstop) flights from Irkutsk to Moscow

1 airline flys nonstop from Irkutsk (IKT) to Vnukovo International Airport (VKO). It's 2,638 miles (4,246 km), about 6h 15m in the air. Operated by Pobeda.

IKT
Irkutsk
🇷🇺 Irkutsk, Russia
VKO
Vnukovo International Airport
🇷🇺 Moscow, Russia
Flight Time
6h 15m
Distance
2,638 mi
4,246 km
CO₂/pax
403 kg
−95 kg vs. layover
Airlines
1
Pobeda
Time Diff
-5h
Operated by Pobeda Pobeda

Route data last updated: May 27, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Pobeda DP Pobeda
Route
IKT → VKO
Flight Time
6h 15m
Distance
2,638 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Irkutsk to Moscow with one stop · direct emits 403 kg CO₂ per passenger

IKT KUF (Samara) VKO
Leg 1: 4h 50m (2,213 mi) Leg 2: 2h (536 mi) Total: ~6h 50m 🍃 498 kg CO₂ (+24% vs. direct)
Leg 1
IKT → KUF
4h 50m · 2,213 mi
View IKT to KUF flights →
Leg 2
KUF → VKO
2h · 536 mi
View KUF to VKO flights →
IKT KJA (Krasnojarsk) VKO
Leg 1: 1h 50m (551 mi) Leg 2: 5h 5m (2,088 mi) Total: ~6h 55m 🍃 480 kg CO₂ (+19% vs. direct)
Leg 1
IKT → KJA
1h 50m · 551 mi
View IKT to KJA flights →
Leg 2
KJA → VKO
5h 5m · 2,088 mi
View KJA to VKO flights →
IKT UFA (Ufa) VKO
Leg 1: 4h 45m (1,969 mi) Leg 2: 2h 10m (739 mi) Total: ~6h 55m 🍃 495 kg CO₂ (+23% vs. direct)
Leg 1
IKT → UFA
4h 45m · 1,969 mi
View IKT to UFA flights →
Leg 2
UFA → VKO
2h 10m · 739 mi
View UFA to VKO flights →
IKT OMS (Omsk) VKO
Leg 1: 3h 20m (1,279 mi) Leg 2: 3h 35m (1,407 mi) Total: ~6h 55m 🍃 479 kg CO₂ (+19% vs. direct)
Leg 1
IKT → OMS
3h 20m · 1,279 mi
View IKT to OMS flights →
Leg 2
OMS → VKO
3h 35m · 1,407 mi
View OMS to VKO flights →
IKT OVB (Novosibirsk) VKO
Leg 1: 2h 30m (907 mi) Leg 2: 4h 30m (1,758 mi) Total: ~7h 🍃 490 kg CO₂ (+22% vs. direct)
Leg 1
IKT → OVB
2h 30m · 907 mi
View IKT to OVB flights →
Leg 2
OVB → VKO
4h 30m · 1,758 mi
View OVB to VKO flights →

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Irkutsk to Moscow?

A nonstop flight from Irkutsk (IKT) to Moscow (VKO) takes approximately 6 hours and 15 minutes. The distance is 2,638 miles (4,246 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Irkutsk to Moscow?

Just Pobeda.

Is there a nonstop flight from Irkutsk to Moscow?

Yes. 1 airline: Pobeda.

How far is Irkutsk from Moscow?

The flight distance from Irkutsk to Moscow is 2,638 miles (4,246 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as New York to Los Angeles.

Will I experience jet lag flying from Irkutsk to Moscow?

Maybe mild — 5-hour difference. Most people adjust in a day or two.

What type of aircraft flies from Irkutsk to Moscow?

At 6h 15m, this route typically uses wide-body aircraft — Boeing 777, 787, or Airbus A330/A350. Varies by airline.

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

Roughly 403 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 2,015 km.

Is the return flight from Moscow to Irkutsk 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 Irkutsk to Moscow?

Midweek flights (Tue/Wed) outside holiday peaks are usually cheapest. 3-6 weeks ahead is a good window for this route. Use "Check Prices" above to compare.

How early should I arrive at Irkutsk for this flight?

1.5-2 hours for domestic. Add more time during holidays or busy travel weekends.