Direct (nonstop) flights from Chisinau to Istanbul

2 airlines fly nonstop from Chisinau International Airport (RMO) to Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport (SAW). It's 416 miles (670 km), about 1h 30m in the air. Operated by Pegasus, AJet.

RMO
Chisinau International Airport
🇲🇩 Chisinau, Republic of Moldova
SAW
Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport
🇹🇷 Istanbul, Turkiye
Flight Time
1h 30m
Distance
416 mi
670 km
CO₂/pax
77 kg
−44 kg vs. layover
Airlines
2
Pegasus +1
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by Pegasus Pegasus AJet AJet

Route data last updated: May 30, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Pegasus PC Pegasus
Route
RMO → SAW
Flight Time
1h 30m
Distance
416 mi
AJet VF AJet
Route
RMO → SAW
Flight Time
1h 30m
Distance
416 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Chisinau to Istanbul with one stop · direct emits 77 kg CO₂ per passenger

RMO OTP (Bucharest) SAW
Leg 1: 1h 15m (214 mi) Leg 2: 1h 20m (301 mi) Total: ~2h 35m 🍃 121 kg CO₂ (+57% vs. direct)
Leg 1
RMO → OTP
1h 15m · 214 mi
View RMO to OTP flights →
Leg 2
OTP → SAW
1h 20m · 301 mi
View OTP to SAW flights →
RMO SOF (Sofia) SAW
Leg 1: 1h 30m (399 mi) Leg 2: 1h 15m (328 mi) Total: ~2h 45m 🍃 160 kg CO₂ (+108% vs. direct)
Leg 1
RMO → SOF
1h 30m · 399 mi
View RMO to SOF flights →
Leg 2
SOF → SAW
1h 15m · 328 mi
View SOF to SAW flights →
RMO BJV (Bodrum) SAW
Leg 1: 1h 25m (672 mi) Leg 2: 1h 20m (267 mi) Total: ~2h 45m 🍃 198 kg CO₂ (+157% vs. direct)
Leg 1
RMO → BJV
1h 25m · 672 mi
View RMO to BJV flights →
Leg 2
BJV → SAW
1h 20m · 267 mi
View BJV to SAW flights →
RMO DLM (Dalaman) SAW
Leg 1: 1h 35m (705 mi) Leg 2: 1h 20m (290 mi) Total: ~2h 55m 🍃 209 kg CO₂ (+171% vs. direct)
Leg 1
RMO → DLM
1h 35m · 705 mi
View RMO to DLM flights →
Leg 2
DLM → SAW
1h 20m · 290 mi
View DLM to SAW flights →
RMO ATH (Athens) SAW
Leg 1: 1h 55m (671 mi) Leg 2: 1h 25m (352 mi) Total: ~3h 20m 🍃 214 kg CO₂ (+178% vs. direct)
Leg 1
RMO → ATH
1h 55m · 671 mi
View RMO to ATH flights →
Leg 2
ATH → SAW
1h 25m · 352 mi
View ATH to SAW flights →

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Chisinau to Istanbul?

A nonstop flight from Chisinau (RMO) to Istanbul (SAW) takes approximately 1 hours and 30 minutes. The distance is 416 miles (670 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Chisinau to Istanbul?

2 airlines: Pegasus, AJet.

Is there a nonstop flight from Chisinau to Istanbul?

Yes. 2 airlines: Pegasus, AJet.

How far is Chisinau from Istanbul?

The flight distance from Chisinau to Istanbul is 416 miles (670 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as Mumbai to Goa.

What type of aircraft flies from Chisinau to Istanbul?

At 1h 30m, this route typically uses narrow-body aircraft — Boeing 737 or Airbus A320. Varies by airline.

Do I need a visa to travel from Republic of Moldova to Turkiye?

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

What is the carbon footprint of a flight from Chisinau to Istanbul?

Roughly 77 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 385 km.

Is the return flight from Istanbul to Chisinau 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 Chisinau to Istanbul?

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 Chisinau International Airport for this flight?

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