Astana to Nizhnevartovsk flights
Nizhnevartovsk lies 1,129 km (702 mi) north of Astana, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 2 h 12 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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| Astana | Nizhnevartovsk | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Kazakhstan | Russia |
| Population | 1.5 million | 244,937 |
| Elevation | 358 m (1,175 ft) | 50 m (164 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+5 (Asia/Almaty) | UTC+5 (Asia/Yekaterinburg) |
| Nearest large airport | NQZ, 17 km out | NJC, 4 km out |
What changes when you arrive in Nizhnevartovsk
Crossing from Kazakhstan into Russia: money changes from the Tenge 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 Astana
Astana is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Nursultan Nazarbayev International Airport (NQZ), 17 km (11 mi) from the centre, whose 11,484-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft.
Arriving in Nizhnevartovsk
Nizhnevartovsk is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Nizhnevartovsk Airport (NJC), 4 km (2 mi) from the centre, whose 10,499-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft.
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nizhnevartovsk Airport | NJC | 4 km (2 mi) | 10,499 ft | 177 ft |
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Common questions
How far is Nizhnevartovsk from Astana?
1,129 km (702 mi) in a straight line, north of Astana.
How long does it take to get from Astana to Nizhnevartovsk by air?
About 2 h 12 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Astana and Nizhnevartovsk?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
Which airports are used for Astana to Nizhnevartovsk flights?
Typically Nursultan Nazarbayev International Airport (NQZ) to Nizhnevartovsk Airport (NJC).
What currency do I need in Nizhnevartovsk?
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.