Direct (nonstop) flights from Moscow to Baku

2 airlines fly nonstop from Vnukovo International Airport (VKO) to Heydar Aliyev International Airport (GYD). It's 1,197 miles (1,926 km), about 3h 25m in the air. Operated by Azerbaijan Airlines, UTair.

VKO
Vnukovo International Airport
🇷🇺 Moscow, Russia
GYD
Heydar Aliyev International Airport
🇦🇿 Baku, Azerbaijan
Flight Time
3h 25m
Distance
1,197 mi
1,926 km
CO₂/pax
202 kg
−87 kg vs. layover
Airlines
2
Azerbaijan Airlines +1
Time Diff
+1h
Operated by Azerbaijan Airlines Azerbaijan Airlines UTair UTair

Route data last updated: May 26, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Azerbaijan Airlines J2 Azerbaijan Airlines
Route
VKO → GYD
Flight Time
3h 25m
Distance
1,197 mi
UTair UT UTair
Route
VKO → GYD
Flight Time
3h 25m
Distance
1,197 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Moscow to Baku with one stop · direct emits 202 kg CO₂ per passenger

VKO TBZ (Tabriz) GYD
Leg 1: 2h 30m (1,277 mi) Leg 2: 1h 5m (260 mi) Total: ~3h 35m 🍃 289 kg CO₂ (+43% vs. direct)
Leg 1
VKO → TBZ
2h 30m · 1,277 mi
View VKO to TBZ flights →
Leg 2
TBZ → GYD
1h 5m · 260 mi
View TBZ to GYD flights →
VKO TBS (Tbilisi) GYD
Leg 1: 2h 50m (1,023 mi) Leg 2: 1h 10m (278 mi) Total: ~4h 🍃 250 kg CO₂ (+24% vs. direct)
Leg 1
VKO → TBS
2h 50m · 1,023 mi
View VKO to TBS flights →
Leg 2
TBS → GYD
1h 10m · 278 mi
View TBS to GYD flights →
VKO IKA (Tehran) GYD
Leg 1: 3h (1,542 mi) Leg 2: 1h 28m (354 mi) Total: ~4h 28m 🍃 351 kg CO₂ (+74% vs. direct)
Leg 1
VKO → IKA
3h · 1,542 mi
View VKO to IKA flights →
Leg 2
IKA → GYD
1h 28m · 354 mi
View IKA to GYD flights →
VKO PEE (Perm) GYD
Leg 1: 2h 3m (726 mi) Leg 2: 3h 10m (1,235 mi) Total: ~5h 13m 🍃 368 kg CO₂ (+82% vs. direct)
Leg 1
VKO → PEE
2h 3m · 726 mi
View VKO to PEE flights →
Leg 2
PEE → GYD
3h 10m · 1,235 mi
View PEE to GYD flights →
VKO MSQ (Minsk) GYD
Leg 1: 1h 25m (388 mi) Leg 2: 3h 55m (1,381 mi) Total: ~5h 20m 🍃 330 kg CO₂ (+63% vs. direct)
Leg 1
VKO → MSQ
1h 25m · 388 mi
View VKO to MSQ flights →
Leg 2
MSQ → GYD
3h 55m · 1,381 mi
View MSQ to GYD flights →

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Moscow to Baku?

A nonstop flight from Moscow (VKO) to Baku (GYD) takes approximately 3 hours and 25 minutes. The distance is 1,197 miles (1,926 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Moscow to Baku?

2 airlines: Azerbaijan Airlines, UTair.

Is there a nonstop flight from Moscow to Baku?

Yes. 2 airlines: Azerbaijan Airlines, UTair.

How far is Moscow from Baku?

The flight distance from Moscow to Baku is 1,197 miles (1,926 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 Moscow and Baku?

Baku is 1 hour ahead of Moscow. (Europe/Moscow vs Asia/Baku.)

What type of aircraft flies from Moscow to Baku?

At 3h 25m, 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 Azerbaijan?

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

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

Roughly 202 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 1,010 km.

Is the return flight from Baku 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 Baku?

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 Vnukovo International Airport for this flight?

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