Direct (nonstop) flights from Baku to Moscow

2 airlines fly nonstop from Heydar Aliyev International Airport (GYD) to Vnukovo International Airport (VKO). It's 1,197 miles (1,926 km), about 3h 20m in the air. Operated by Azerbaijan Airlines, UTair.

GYD
Heydar Aliyev International Airport
🇦🇿 Baku, Azerbaijan
VKO
Vnukovo International Airport
🇷🇺 Moscow, Russia
Flight Time
3h 20m
Distance
1,197 mi
1,926 km
CO₂/pax
202 kg
−48 kg vs. layover
Airlines
2
Azerbaijan Airlines +1
Time Diff
-1h
Operated by Azerbaijan Airlines Azerbaijan Airlines UTair UTair

Route data last updated: May 27, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Azerbaijan Airlines J2 Azerbaijan Airlines
Route
GYD → VKO
Flight Time
3h 20m
Distance
1,197 mi
UTair UT UTair
Route
GYD → VKO
Flight Time
3h 20m
Distance
1,197 mi

Alternative Routes

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

GYD TBS (Tbilisi) VKO
Leg 1: 1h 10m (278 mi) Leg 2: 3h (1,023 mi) Total: ~4h 10m 🍃 250 kg CO₂ (+24% vs. direct)
Leg 1
GYD → TBS
1h 10m · 278 mi
View GYD to TBS flights →
Leg 2
TBS → VKO
3h · 1,023 mi
View TBS to VKO flights →
GYD TBZ (Tabriz) VKO
Leg 1: 1h 15m (260 mi) Leg 2: 3h 30m (1,277 mi) Total: ~4h 45m 🍃 289 kg CO₂ (+43% vs. direct)
Leg 1
GYD → TBZ
1h 15m · 260 mi
View GYD to TBZ flights →
Leg 2
TBZ → VKO
3h 30m · 1,277 mi
View TBZ to VKO flights →
GYD PEE (Perm) VKO
Leg 1: 2h 55m (1,235 mi) Leg 2: 2h 13m (726 mi) Total: ~5h 8m 🍃 368 kg CO₂ (+82% vs. direct)
Leg 1
GYD → PEE
2h 55m · 1,235 mi
View GYD to PEE flights →
Leg 2
PEE → VKO
2h 13m · 726 mi
View PEE to VKO flights →
GYD MSQ (Minsk) VKO
Leg 1: 3h 55m (1,381 mi) Leg 2: 1h 25m (388 mi) Total: ~5h 20m 🍃 330 kg CO₂ (+63% vs. direct)
Leg 1
GYD → MSQ
3h 55m · 1,381 mi
View GYD to MSQ flights →
Leg 2
MSQ → VKO
1h 25m · 388 mi
View MSQ to VKO flights →
GYD IKA (Tehran) VKO
Leg 1: 1h 28m (354 mi) Leg 2: 4h (1,542 mi) Total: ~5h 28m 🍃 351 kg CO₂ (+74% vs. direct)
Leg 1
GYD → IKA
1h 28m · 354 mi
View GYD to IKA flights →
Leg 2
IKA → VKO
4h · 1,542 mi
View IKA to VKO flights →

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Baku to Moscow?

A nonstop flight from Baku (GYD) to Moscow (VKO) takes approximately 3 hours and 20 minutes. The distance is 1,197 miles (1,926 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Baku to Moscow?

2 airlines: Azerbaijan Airlines, UTair.

Is there a nonstop flight from Baku to Moscow?

Yes. 2 airlines: Azerbaijan Airlines, UTair.

How far is Baku from Moscow?

The flight distance from Baku to Moscow 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 Baku and Moscow?

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

What type of aircraft flies from Baku to Moscow?

At 3h 20m, 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 Azerbaijan to Russia?

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

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

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

Is the return flight from Moscow to Baku 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 Baku to Moscow?

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 Heydar Aliyev International Airport for this flight?

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