Direct (nonstop) flights from Moscow to Makhachkala

2 airlines fly nonstop from Vnukovo International Airport (VKO) to Makhachkala Airport (MCX). It's 997 miles (1,605 km), about 3h in the air. Operated by Pobeda, UTair.

VKO
Vnukovo International Airport
🇷🇺 Moscow, Russia
MCX
Makhachkala Airport
🇷🇺 Makhachkala, Russia
Flight Time
3h
Distance
997 mi
1,605 km
CO₂/pax
169 kg
−54 kg vs. layover
Airlines
2
Pobeda +1
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by Pobeda Pobeda UTair UTair

Route data last updated: May 26, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Pobeda DP Pobeda
Route
VKO → MCX
Flight Time
3h
Distance
997 mi
UTair UT UTair
Route
VKO → MCX
Flight Time
3h
Distance
997 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Moscow to Makhachkala with one stop · direct emits 169 kg CO₂ per passenger

VKO GSV (Saratov) MCX
Leg 1: 1h 30m (452 mi) Leg 2: 2h 5m (618 mi) Total: ~3h 35m 🍃 223 kg CO₂ (+32% vs. direct)
Leg 1
VKO → GSV
1h 30m · 452 mi
View VKO to GSV flights →
Leg 2
GSV → MCX
2h 5m · 618 mi
View GSV to MCX flights →
VKO KRR (Krasnodar) MCX
Leg 1: 2h 10m (734 mi) Leg 2: 1h 40m (451 mi) Total: ~3h 50m 🍃 244 kg CO₂ (+44% vs. direct)
Leg 1
VKO → KRR
2h 10m · 734 mi
View VKO to KRR flights →
Leg 2
KRR → MCX
1h 40m · 451 mi
View KRR to MCX flights →
VKO CSY (Cheboksary) MCX
Leg 1: 1h 20m (392 mi) Leg 2: 2h 50m (917 mi) Total: ~4h 10m 🍃 268 kg CO₂ (+59% vs. direct)
Leg 1
VKO → CSY
1h 20m · 392 mi
View VKO to CSY flights →
Leg 2
CSY → MCX
2h 50m · 917 mi
View CSY to MCX flights →
VKO KZN (Kazan) MCX
Leg 1: 1h 33m (469 mi) Leg 2: 2h 45m (887 mi) Total: ~4h 18m 🍃 276 kg CO₂ (+63% vs. direct)
Leg 1
VKO → KZN
1h 33m · 469 mi
View VKO to KZN flights →
Leg 2
KZN → MCX
2h 45m · 887 mi
View KZN to MCX flights →
VKO KUF (Samara) MCX
Leg 1: 1h 50m (536 mi) Leg 2: 2h 28m (747 mi) Total: ~4h 18m 🍃 262 kg CO₂ (+55% vs. direct)
Leg 1
VKO → KUF
1h 50m · 536 mi
View VKO to KUF flights →
Leg 2
KUF → MCX
2h 28m · 747 mi
View KUF to MCX flights →

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Moscow to Makhachkala?

A nonstop flight from Moscow (VKO) to Makhachkala (MCX) takes approximately 3 hours. The distance is 997 miles (1,605 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Moscow to Makhachkala?

2 airlines: Pobeda, UTair.

Is there a nonstop flight from Moscow to Makhachkala?

Yes. 2 airlines: Pobeda, UTair.

How far is Moscow from Makhachkala?

The flight distance from Moscow to Makhachkala is 997 miles (1,605 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, 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 169 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 845 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 Vnukovo International Airport for this flight?

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