Direct (nonstop) flights from Moscow to Samarkand

3 airlines fly nonstop from Vnukovo International Airport (VKO) to Samarkand (SKD). It's 1,746 miles (2,810 km), about 3h 58m in the air. Operated by Pobeda, Uzbekistan Airways, UTair.

VKO
Vnukovo International Airport
🇷🇺 Moscow, Russia
SKD
Samarkand
🇺🇿 Samarkand, Uzbekistan
Flight Time
3h 58m
Distance
1,746 mi
2,810 km
CO₂/pax
295 kg
−61 kg vs. layover
Airlines
3
Pobeda +2
Time Diff
+2h
Operated by Pobeda Pobeda Uzbekistan Airways Uzbekistan Airways UTair UTair

Route data last updated: May 31, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Pobeda DP Pobeda
Route
VKO → SKD
Flight Time
3h 58m
Distance
1,746 mi
Uzbekistan Airways HY Uzbekistan Airways
Route
VKO → SKD
Flight Time
3h 58m
Distance
1,746 mi
UTair UT UTair
Route
VKO → SKD
Flight Time
3h 58m
Distance
1,746 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Moscow to Samarkand with one stop · direct emits 295 kg CO₂ per passenger

VKO UFA (Ufa) SKD
Leg 1: 2h (739 mi) Leg 2: 2h 50m (1,150 mi) Total: ~4h 50m 🍃 356 kg CO₂ (+21% vs. direct)
Leg 1
VKO → UFA
2h · 739 mi
View VKO to UFA flights →
Leg 2
UFA → SKD
2h 50m · 1,150 mi
View UFA to SKD flights →
VKO TAS (Tashkent) SKD
Leg 1: 3h 55m (1,749 mi) Leg 2: 55m (162 mi) Total: ~4h 50m 🍃 351 kg CO₂ (+19% vs. direct)
Leg 1
VKO → TAS
3h 55m · 1,749 mi
View VKO to TAS flights →
Leg 2
TAS → SKD
55m · 162 mi
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VKO KZN (Kazan) SKD
Leg 1: 1h 33m (469 mi) Leg 2: 3h 25m (1,366 mi) Total: ~4h 58m 🍃 343 kg CO₂ (+16% vs. direct)
Leg 1
VKO → KZN
1h 33m · 469 mi
View VKO to KZN flights →
Leg 2
KZN → SKD
3h 25m · 1,366 mi
View KZN to SKD flights →
VKO GYD (Baku) SKD
Leg 1: 3h 25m (1,197 mi) Leg 2: 2h (898 mi) Total: ~5h 25m 🍃 393 kg CO₂ (+33% vs. direct)
Leg 1
VKO → GYD
3h 25m · 1,197 mi
View VKO to GYD flights →
Leg 2
GYD → SKD
2h · 898 mi
View GYD to SKD flights →
VKO SVX (Yekaterinburg) SKD
Leg 1: 2h 25m (906 mi) Leg 2: 3h 5m (1,211 mi) Total: ~5h 30m 🍃 398 kg CO₂ (+35% vs. direct)
Leg 1
VKO → SVX
2h 25m · 906 mi
View VKO to SVX flights →
Leg 2
SVX → SKD
3h 5m · 1,211 mi
View SVX to SKD flights →

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Moscow to Samarkand?

A nonstop flight from Moscow (VKO) to Samarkand (SKD) takes approximately 3 hours and 58 minutes. The distance is 1,746 miles (2,810 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Moscow to Samarkand?

3 airlines: Pobeda, Uzbekistan Airways, UTair.

Is there a nonstop flight from Moscow to Samarkand?

Yes. 3 airlines: Pobeda, Uzbekistan Airways, UTair.

How far is Moscow from Samarkand?

The flight distance from Moscow to Samarkand is 1,746 miles (2,810 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 3h 58m, 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 295 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 1,475 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 Vnukovo International Airport for this flight?

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