Direct (nonstop) flights from Moscow to Makhachkala

2 airlines fly nonstop from Sheremetyevo International Airport (SVO) to Makhachkala Airport (MCX). It's 1,017 miles (1,636 km), about 3h 5m in the air. Operated by Smartavia, Aeroflot.

SVO
Sheremetyevo International Airport
🇷🇺 Moscow, Russia
MCX
Makhachkala Airport
🇷🇺 Makhachkala, Russia
Flight Time
3h 5m
Distance
1,017 mi
1,636 km
CO₂/pax
172 kg
−53 kg vs. layover
Airlines
2
Smartavia +1
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by Smartavia Smartavia Aeroflot Aeroflot

Route data last updated: May 27, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Smartavia 5N Smartavia
Route
SVO → MCX
Flight Time
3h 5m
Distance
1,017 mi
Aeroflot SU Aeroflot
Route
SVO → MCX
Flight Time
3h 5m
Distance
1,017 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Moscow to Makhachkala with one stop · direct emits 172 kg CO₂ per passenger

SVO GSV (Saratov) MCX
Leg 1: 1h 40m (462 mi) Leg 2: 2h 5m (618 mi) Total: ~3h 45m 🍃 225 kg CO₂ (+31% vs. direct)
Leg 1
SVO → GSV
1h 40m · 462 mi
View SVO to GSV flights →
Leg 2
GSV → MCX
2h 5m · 618 mi
View GSV to MCX flights →
SVO CEE (Cherepovets) MCX
Leg 1: 50m (231 mi) Leg 2: 3h 10m (1,209 mi) Total: ~4h 🍃 272 kg CO₂ (+58% vs. direct)
Leg 1
SVO → CEE
50m · 231 mi
View SVO to CEE flights →
Leg 2
CEE → MCX
3h 10m · 1,209 mi
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SVO GOJ (Nizhniy Novgorod) MCX
Leg 1: 1h 15m (247 mi) Leg 2: 3h (941 mi) Total: ~4h 15m 🍃 230 kg CO₂ (+34% vs. direct)
Leg 1
SVO → GOJ
1h 15m · 247 mi
View SVO to GOJ flights →
Leg 2
GOJ → MCX
3h · 941 mi
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SVO KUF (Samara) MCX
Leg 1: 1h 55m (536 mi) Leg 2: 2h 28m (747 mi) Total: ~4h 23m 🍃 262 kg CO₂ (+52% vs. direct)
Leg 1
SVO → KUF
1h 55m · 536 mi
View SVO to KUF flights →
Leg 2
KUF → MCX
2h 28m · 747 mi
View KUF to MCX flights →
SVO KZN (Kazan) MCX
Leg 1: 1h 40m (463 mi) Leg 2: 2h 45m (887 mi) Total: ~4h 25m 🍃 275 kg CO₂ (+60% vs. direct)
Leg 1
SVO → KZN
1h 40m · 463 mi
View SVO to KZN flights →
Leg 2
KZN → MCX
2h 45m · 887 mi
View KZN to MCX flights →

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Moscow to Makhachkala?

A nonstop flight from Moscow (SVO) to Makhachkala (MCX) takes approximately 3 hours and 5 minutes. The distance is 1,017 miles (1,636 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Moscow to Makhachkala?

2 airlines: Smartavia, Aeroflot.

Is there a nonstop flight from Moscow to Makhachkala?

Yes. 2 airlines: Smartavia, Aeroflot.

How far is Moscow from Makhachkala?

The flight distance from Moscow to Makhachkala is 1,017 miles (1,636 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 Moscow to Makhachkala?

At 3h 5m, this route typically uses narrow-body or mid-range jets — Boeing 737 MAX or Airbus A320neo. Varies by airline.

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

Roughly 172 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 860 km.

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

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 Sheremetyevo International Airport for this flight?

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