Direct (nonstop) flights from Samarkand to Moscow

3 airlines fly nonstop from Samarkand (SKD) to Vnukovo International Airport (VKO). It's 1,746 miles (2,810 km), about 4h 15m in the air. Operated by Pobeda, Uzbekistan Airways, UTair.

SKD
Samarkand
🇺🇿 Samarkand, Uzbekistan
VKO
Vnukovo International Airport
🇷🇺 Moscow, Russia
Flight Time
4h 15m
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 27, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Pobeda DP Pobeda
Route
SKD → VKO
Flight Time
4h 15m
Distance
1,746 mi
Uzbekistan Airways HY Uzbekistan Airways
Route
SKD → VKO
Flight Time
4h 15m
Distance
1,746 mi
UTair UT UTair
Route
SKD → VKO
Flight Time
4h 15m
Distance
1,746 mi

Alternative Routes

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

SKD UFA (Ufa) VKO
Leg 1: 2h 45m (1,150 mi) Leg 2: 2h 10m (739 mi) Total: ~4h 55m 🍃 356 kg CO₂ (+21% vs. direct)
Leg 1
SKD → UFA
2h 45m · 1,150 mi
View SKD to UFA flights →
Leg 2
UFA → VKO
2h 10m · 739 mi
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SKD TAS (Tashkent) VKO
Leg 1: 50m (162 mi) Leg 2: 4h 20m (1,749 mi) Total: ~5h 10m 🍃 351 kg CO₂ (+19% vs. direct)
Leg 1
SKD → TAS
50m · 162 mi
View SKD to TAS flights →
Leg 2
TAS → VKO
4h 20m · 1,749 mi
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SKD KZN (Kazan) VKO
Leg 1: 3h 30m (1,366 mi) Leg 2: 1h 45m (469 mi) Total: ~5h 15m 🍃 343 kg CO₂ (+16% vs. direct)
Leg 1
SKD → KZN
3h 30m · 1,366 mi
View SKD to KZN flights →
Leg 2
KZN → VKO
1h 45m · 469 mi
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SKD GYD (Baku) VKO
Leg 1: 2h 20m (898 mi) Leg 2: 3h 20m (1,197 mi) Total: ~5h 40m 🍃 393 kg CO₂ (+33% vs. direct)
Leg 1
SKD → GYD
2h 20m · 898 mi
View SKD to GYD flights →
Leg 2
GYD → VKO
3h 20m · 1,197 mi
View GYD to VKO flights →
SKD SVX (Yekaterinburg) VKO
Leg 1: 3h 5m (1,211 mi) Leg 2: 2h 40m (906 mi) Total: ~5h 45m 🍃 398 kg CO₂ (+35% vs. direct)
Leg 1
SKD → SVX
3h 5m · 1,211 mi
View SKD to SVX flights →
Leg 2
SVX → VKO
2h 40m · 906 mi
View SVX to VKO flights →

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Samarkand to Moscow?

A nonstop flight from Samarkand (SKD) to Moscow (VKO) takes approximately 4 hours and 15 minutes. The distance is 1,746 miles (2,810 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Samarkand to Moscow?

3 airlines: Pobeda, Uzbekistan Airways, UTair.

Is there a nonstop flight from Samarkand to Moscow?

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

How far is Samarkand from Moscow?

The flight distance from Samarkand to Moscow is 1,746 miles (2,810 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance.

What is the time difference between Samarkand and Moscow?

Moscow is 2 hours behind Samarkand. (Asia/Tashkent vs Europe/Moscow.)

What type of aircraft flies from Samarkand to Moscow?

At 4h 15m, 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 Uzbekistan 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 Samarkand to Moscow?

Roughly 295 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 1,475 km.

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

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