Direct (nonstop) flights from Moscow to Samarkand

1 airline flys nonstop from Sheremetyevo International Airport (SVO) to Samarkand (SKD). It's 1,753 miles (2,821 km), about 4h 15m in the air. Operated by Aeroflot.

SVO
Sheremetyevo International Airport
🇷🇺 Moscow, Russia
SKD
Samarkand
🇺🇿 Samarkand, Uzbekistan
Flight Time
4h 15m
Distance
1,753 mi
2,821 km
CO₂/pax
296 kg
−59 kg vs. layover
Airlines
1
Aeroflot
Time Diff
+2h
Operated by Aeroflot Aeroflot

Route data last updated: May 30, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Aeroflot SU Aeroflot
Route
SVO → SKD
Flight Time
4h 15m
Distance
1,753 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Moscow to Samarkand with one stop · direct emits 296 kg CO₂ per passenger

SVO UFA (Ufa) SKD
Leg 1: 2h 10m (733 mi) Leg 2: 2h 50m (1,150 mi) Total: ~5h 🍃 355 kg CO₂ (+20% vs. direct)
Leg 1
SVO → UFA
2h 10m · 733 mi
View SVO to UFA flights →
Leg 2
UFA → SKD
2h 50m · 1,150 mi
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SVO KZN (Kazan) SKD
Leg 1: 1h 40m (463 mi) Leg 2: 3h 25m (1,366 mi) Total: ~5h 5m 🍃 342 kg CO₂ (+16% vs. direct)
Leg 1
SVO → KZN
1h 40m · 463 mi
View SVO to KZN flights →
Leg 2
KZN → SKD
3h 25m · 1,366 mi
View KZN to SKD flights →
SVO TAS (Tashkent) SKD
Leg 1: 4h 15m (1,754 mi) Leg 2: 55m (162 mi) Total: ~5h 10m 🍃 351 kg CO₂ (+19% vs. direct)
Leg 1
SVO → TAS
4h 15m · 1,754 mi
View SVO to TAS flights →
Leg 2
TAS → SKD
55m · 162 mi
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SVO SVX (Yekaterinburg) SKD
Leg 1: 2h 30m (895 mi) Leg 2: 3h 5m (1,211 mi) Total: ~5h 35m 🍃 396 kg CO₂ (+34% vs. direct)
Leg 1
SVO → SVX
2h 30m · 895 mi
View SVO to SVX flights →
Leg 2
SVX → SKD
3h 5m · 1,211 mi
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SVO GYD (Baku) SKD
Leg 1: 3h 35m (1,215 mi) Leg 2: 2h (898 mi) Total: ~5h 35m 🍃 396 kg CO₂ (+34% vs. direct)
Leg 1
SVO → GYD
3h 35m · 1,215 mi
View SVO to GYD flights →
Leg 2
GYD → SKD
2h · 898 mi
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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Moscow to Samarkand?

A nonstop flight from Moscow (SVO) to Samarkand (SKD) takes approximately 4 hours and 15 minutes. The distance is 1,753 miles (2,821 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Moscow to Samarkand?

Just Aeroflot.

Is there a nonstop flight from Moscow to Samarkand?

Yes. 1 airline: Aeroflot.

How far is Moscow from Samarkand?

The flight distance from Moscow to Samarkand is 1,753 miles (2,821 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance.

What is the time difference between Moscow and Samarkand?

Samarkand is 2 hours ahead of Moscow. (Europe/Moscow vs Asia/Tashkent.)

What type of aircraft flies from Moscow to Samarkand?

At 4h 15m, this route typically uses narrow-body or mid-range jets — Boeing 737 MAX or Airbus A320neo. Varies by airline.

Do I need a visa to travel from Russia to Uzbekistan?

Depends on your passport. Check with the Uzbekistan embassy or an official visa portal before booking — requirements change.

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

Roughly 296 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 1,480 km.

Is the return flight from Samarkand 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 Samarkand?

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 Sheremetyevo International Airport for this flight?

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