Direct (nonstop) flights from Aktau to Moscow

1 airline flys nonstop from Aktau (SCO) to Sheremetyevo International Airport (SVO). It's 1,031 miles (1,660 km), about 3h 30m in the air. Operated by Aeroflot.

SCO
Aktau
🇰🇿 Aktau, Kazakhstan
SVO
Sheremetyevo International Airport
🇷🇺 Moscow, Russia
Flight Time
3h 30m
Distance
1,031 mi
1,660 km
CO₂/pax
174 kg
−100 kg vs. layover
Airlines
1
Aeroflot
Time Diff
-2h
Operated by Aeroflot Aeroflot

Route data last updated: May 30, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Aeroflot SU Aeroflot
Route
SCO → SVO
Flight Time
3h 30m
Distance
1,031 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Aktau to Moscow with one stop · direct emits 174 kg CO₂ per passenger

SCO GYD (Baku) SVO
Leg 1: 1h 5m (240 mi) Leg 2: 3h 40m (1,215 mi) Total: ~4h 45m 🍃 274 kg CO₂ (+57% vs. direct)
Leg 1
SCO → GYD
1h 5m · 240 mi
View SCO to GYD flights →
Leg 2
GYD → SVO
3h 40m · 1,215 mi
View GYD to SVO flights →
SCO TAS (Tashkent) SVO
Leg 1: 1h 15m (943 mi) Leg 2: 4h 33m (1,754 mi) Total: ~5h 48m 🍃 480 kg CO₂ (+176% vs. direct)
Leg 1
SCO → TAS
1h 15m · 943 mi
View SCO to TAS flights →
Leg 2
TAS → SVO
4h 33m · 1,754 mi
View TAS to SVO flights →
SCO KGF (Karaganda) SVO
Leg 1: 2h 15m (1,124 mi) Leg 2: 4h 3m (1,546 mi) Total: ~6h 18m 🍃 476 kg CO₂ (+174% vs. direct)
Leg 1
SCO → KGF
2h 15m · 1,124 mi
View SCO to KGF flights →
Leg 2
KGF → SVO
4h 3m · 1,546 mi
View KGF to SVO flights →
SCO NQZ (Astana) SVO
Leg 1: 2h 35m (1,071 mi) Leg 2: 3h 45m (1,429 mi) Total: ~6h 20m 🍃 447 kg CO₂ (+157% vs. direct)
Leg 1
SCO → NQZ
2h 35m · 1,071 mi
View SCO to NQZ flights →
Leg 2
NQZ → SVO
3h 45m · 1,429 mi
View NQZ to SVO flights →
SCO CIT (Shymkent) SVO
Leg 1: 2h 15m (934 mi) Leg 2: 4h 30m (1,707 mi) Total: ~6h 45m 🍃 471 kg CO₂ (+171% vs. direct)
Leg 1
SCO → CIT
2h 15m · 934 mi
View SCO to CIT flights →
Leg 2
CIT → SVO
4h 30m · 1,707 mi
View CIT to SVO flights →

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Aktau to Moscow?

A nonstop flight from Aktau (SCO) to Moscow (SVO) takes approximately 3 hours and 30 minutes. The distance is 1,031 miles (1,660 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Aktau to Moscow?

Just Aeroflot.

Is there a nonstop flight from Aktau to Moscow?

Yes. 1 airline: Aeroflot.

How far is Aktau from Moscow?

The flight distance from Aktau to Moscow is 1,031 miles (1,660 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 Aktau and Moscow?

Moscow is 2 hours behind Aktau. (Asia/Aqtau vs Europe/Moscow.)

What type of aircraft flies from Aktau to Moscow?

At 3h 30m, 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 Kazakhstan 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 Aktau to Moscow?

Roughly 174 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 870 km.

Is the return flight from Moscow to Aktau 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 Aktau 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 Aktau for this flight?

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