Ankara to Makhachkala flights
Makhachkala lies 1,265 km (786 mi) east of Ankara, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 2 h 22 min gate to gate, based on the distance and typical cruise speed with taxi and climb allowed for; connecting itineraries add the layover on top.
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| Ankara | Makhachkala | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Turkey | Russia |
| Population | 3.5 million | 596,356 |
| Elevation | 874 m (2,867 ft) | -10 m (-33 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+3 (Europe/Istanbul) | UTC+3 (Europe/Moscow) |
| Nearest large airport | ESB, 26 km out | MCX, 22 km out |
What changes when you arrive in Makhachkala
Crossing from Turkey into Russia: money changes from the Lira to the Ruble (RUB); the dialling code becomes +7; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q1061257 / http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q24233148.
Airports at each end
Leaving Ankara
Ankara is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Esenboğa International Airport (ESB), 26 km (16 mi) from the centre, whose 12,303-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft.
Arriving in Makhachkala
Makhachkala is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Makhachkala Uytash International Airport (MCX), 22 km (14 mi) from the centre, with a longest runway of 8,688 ft, which limits it to short and medium-haul aircraft.
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Makhachkala Uytash International Airport | MCX | 22 km (14 mi) | 8,688 ft | 12 ft |
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Staying in Makhachkala
Our booking partner lists 11 places to stay in Makhachkala. Of the 11 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (7). Guests have left 9 reviews in total.
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Common questions
How far is Makhachkala from Ankara?
1,265 km (786 mi) in a straight line, east of Ankara.
How long does it take to get from Ankara to Makhachkala by air?
About 2 h 22 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Ankara and Makhachkala?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
Which airports are used for Ankara to Makhachkala flights?
Typically Esenboğa International Airport (ESB) to Makhachkala Uytash International Airport (MCX).
What currency do I need in Makhachkala?
The Ruble (RUB).
Where can I stay in Makhachkala?
Our booking partner lists 11 places to stay in Makhachkala, bookable on this site.
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.