Direct (nonstop) flights from Ufa to Istanbul

2 airlines fly nonstop from Ufa (UFA) to Istanbul Airport (IST). It's 1,544 miles (2,485 km), about 5h 5m in the air. Operated by UTair, Red Wings.

UFA
Ufa
🇷🇺 Ufa, Russia
IST
Istanbul Airport
🇹🇷 Istanbul, Turkiye
Flight Time
5h 5m
Distance
1,544 mi
2,485 km
CO₂/pax
261 kg
−75 kg vs. layover
Airlines
2
UTair +1
Time Diff
-2h
Operated by UTair UTair Red Wings Red Wings

Route data last updated: May 29, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

UTair UT UTair
Route
UFA → IST
Flight Time
5h 5m
Distance
1,544 mi
Red Wings WZ Red Wings
Route
UFA → IST
Flight Time
5h 5m
Distance
1,544 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Ufa to Istanbul with one stop · direct emits 261 kg CO₂ per passenger

UFA BUS (Batumi) IST
Leg 1: 3h 25m (1,108 mi) Leg 2: 2h 10m (667 mi) Total: ~5h 35m 🍃 336 kg CO₂ (+29% vs. direct)
Leg 1
UFA → BUS
3h 25m · 1,108 mi
View UFA to BUS flights →
Leg 2
BUS → IST
2h 10m · 667 mi
View BUS to IST flights →
UFA MRV (Mineralnye Vody) IST
Leg 1: 3h 8m (916 mi) Leg 2: 2h 30m (757 mi) Total: ~5h 38m 🍃 335 kg CO₂ (+28% vs. direct)
Leg 1
UFA → MRV
3h 8m · 916 mi
View UFA to MRV flights →
Leg 2
MRV → IST
2h 30m · 757 mi
View MRV to IST flights →
UFA EVN (Yerevan) IST
Leg 1: 3h 10m (1,128 mi) Leg 2: 2h 35m (824 mi) Total: ~5h 45m 🍃 368 kg CO₂ (+41% vs. direct)
Leg 1
UFA → EVN
3h 10m · 1,128 mi
View UFA to EVN flights →
Leg 2
EVN → IST
2h 35m · 824 mi
View EVN to IST flights →
UFA AER (Adler/Sochi) IST
Leg 1: 3h 33m (1,051 mi) Leg 2: 2h 15m (592 mi) Total: ~5h 48m 🍃 313 kg CO₂ (+20% vs. direct)
Leg 1
UFA → AER
3h 33m · 1,051 mi
View UFA to AER flights →
Leg 2
AER → IST
2h 15m · 592 mi
View AER to IST flights →
UFA KRR (Krasnodar) IST
Leg 1: 3h 43m (993 mi) Leg 2: 2h 10m (585 mi) Total: ~5h 53m 🍃 301 kg CO₂ (+15% vs. direct)
Leg 1
UFA → KRR
3h 43m · 993 mi
View UFA to KRR flights →
Leg 2
KRR → IST
2h 10m · 585 mi
View KRR to IST flights →

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IST → UFA: Flights from Istanbul to Ufa

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Ufa to Istanbul?

A nonstop flight from Ufa (UFA) to Istanbul (IST) takes approximately 5 hours and 5 minutes. The distance is 1,544 miles (2,485 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Ufa to Istanbul?

2 airlines: UTair, Red Wings.

Is there a nonstop flight from Ufa to Istanbul?

Yes. 2 airlines: UTair, Red Wings.

How far is Ufa from Istanbul?

The flight distance from Ufa to Istanbul is 1,544 miles (2,485 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as New York to Miami.

What is the time difference between Ufa and Istanbul?

Istanbul is 2 hours behind Ufa. (Asia/Yekaterinburg vs Europe/Istanbul.)

What type of aircraft flies from Ufa to Istanbul?

At 5h 5m, 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 Turkiye?

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

What is the carbon footprint of a flight from Ufa to Istanbul?

Roughly 261 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 1,305 km.

Is the return flight from Istanbul to Ufa 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 Ufa to Istanbul?

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 Ufa for this flight?

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