Direct (nonstop) flights from Moscow to Irkutsk

1 airline flys nonstop from Vnukovo International Airport (VKO) to Irkutsk (IKT). It's 2,638 miles (4,246 km), about 5h 40m in the air. Operated by Pobeda.

VKO
Vnukovo International Airport
🇷🇺 Moscow, Russia
IKT
Irkutsk
🇷🇺 Irkutsk, Russia
Flight Time
5h 40m
Distance
2,638 mi
4,246 km
CO₂/pax
403 kg
−76 kg vs. layover
Airlines
1
Pobeda
Time Diff
+5h
Operated by Pobeda Pobeda

Route data last updated: May 29, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Pobeda DP Pobeda
Route
VKO → IKT
Flight Time
5h 40m
Distance
2,638 mi

Alternative Routes

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

VKO OMS (Omsk) IKT
Leg 1: 3h 20m (1,407 mi) Leg 2: 2h 55m (1,279 mi) Total: ~6h 15m 🍃 479 kg CO₂ (+19% vs. direct)
Leg 1
VKO → OMS
3h 20m · 1,407 mi
View VKO to OMS flights →
Leg 2
OMS → IKT
2h 55m · 1,279 mi
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VKO OVB (Novosibirsk) IKT
Leg 1: 4h (1,758 mi) Leg 2: 2h 20m (907 mi) Total: ~6h 20m 🍃 490 kg CO₂ (+22% vs. direct)
Leg 1
VKO → OVB
4h · 1,758 mi
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Leg 2
OVB → IKT
2h 20m · 907 mi
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VKO KJA (Krasnojarsk) IKT
Leg 1: 4h 35m (2,088 mi) Leg 2: 1h 45m (551 mi) Total: ~6h 20m 🍃 480 kg CO₂ (+19% vs. direct)
Leg 1
VKO → KJA
4h 35m · 2,088 mi
View VKO to KJA flights →
Leg 2
KJA → IKT
1h 45m · 551 mi
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VKO KZN (Kazan) IKT
Leg 1: 1h 33m (469 mi) Leg 2: 4h 48m (2,198 mi) Total: ~6h 21m 🍃 483 kg CO₂ (+20% vs. direct)
Leg 1
VKO → KZN
1h 33m · 469 mi
View VKO to KZN flights →
Leg 2
KZN → IKT
4h 48m · 2,198 mi
View KZN to IKT flights →
VKO UFA (Ufa) IKT
Leg 1: 2h (739 mi) Leg 2: 4h 25m (1,969 mi) Total: ~6h 25m 🍃 495 kg CO₂ (+23% vs. direct)
Leg 1
VKO → UFA
2h · 739 mi
View VKO to UFA flights →
Leg 2
UFA → IKT
4h 25m · 1,969 mi
View UFA to IKT flights →

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IKT → VKO: Flights from Irkutsk to Moscow

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Moscow to Irkutsk?

A nonstop flight from Moscow (VKO) to Irkutsk (IKT) takes approximately 5 hours and 40 minutes. The distance is 2,638 miles (4,246 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Moscow to Irkutsk?

Just Pobeda.

Is there a nonstop flight from Moscow to Irkutsk?

Yes. 1 airline: Pobeda.

How far is Moscow from Irkutsk?

The flight distance from Moscow to Irkutsk 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 Moscow to Irkutsk?

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

What type of aircraft flies from Moscow to Irkutsk?

At 5h 40m, 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 Irkutsk?

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

Is the return flight from Irkutsk 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 Irkutsk?

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 Vnukovo International Airport for this flight?

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