Aleppo to Sochi flights
Sochi lies 851 km (529 mi) north of Aleppo, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 1 h 50 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.
| Aleppo | Sochi | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Syria | Russia |
| Population | 2.1 million | 327,608 |
| Elevation | 401 m (1,316 ft) | 28 m (92 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+3 (Asia/Damascus) | UTC+3 (Europe/Moscow) |
| Nearest large airport | ALP, 6 km out | AER, 25 km out |
What changes when you arrive in Sochi
Crossing from Syria into Russia: money changes from the Pound to the Ruble (RUB); sockets are Euro, Schuko; 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 Aleppo
Aleppo is served by 3 airports with scheduled flights within 100 km. The closest large one is Aleppo International Airport (ALP), 6 km (4 mi) from the centre, with a longest runway of 9,547 ft, which limits it to short and medium-haul aircraft. The alternatives are Gaziantep Oğuzeli International Airport (GZT, 88 km), Hatay Airport (HTY, 80 km).
Arriving in Sochi
Sochi is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Sochi International Airport (AER), 25 km (16 mi) from the centre, with a longest runway of 9,498 ft, which limits it to short and medium-haul aircraft.
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sochi International Airport | AER | 25 km (16 mi) | 9,498 ft | 89 ft |
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Common questions
How far is Sochi from Aleppo?
851 km (529 mi) in a straight line, north of Aleppo.
How long does it take to get from Aleppo to Sochi by air?
About 1 h 50 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Aleppo and Sochi?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
Which airports are used for Aleppo to Sochi flights?
Typically Aleppo International Airport (ALP) to Sochi International Airport (AER).
What currency do I need in Sochi?
The Ruble (RUB).
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.