Chelyabinsk to Magnitogorsk flights
Magnitogorsk lies 251 km (156 mi) south-west of Chelyabinsk, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 1 h 4 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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| Chelyabinsk | Magnitogorsk | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Russia | Russia |
| Population | 1.2 million | 413,351 |
| Elevation | 232 m (761 ft) | 330 m (1,083 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+5 (Asia/Yekaterinburg) | UTC+5 (Asia/Yekaterinburg) |
| Nearest large airport | CEK, 17 km out | MQF, 17 km out |
Airports at each end
Leaving Chelyabinsk
Chelyabinsk is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Kurchatov Chelyabinsk International Airport (CEK), 17 km (11 mi) from the centre, whose 10,499-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft.
Arriving in Magnitogorsk
Magnitogorsk is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Magnitogorsk International Airport (MQF), 17 km (11 mi) from the centre, whose 10,663-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft.
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Magnitogorsk International Airport | MQF | 17 km (11 mi) | 10,663 ft | 1,430 ft |
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Staying in Magnitogorsk
Our booking partner lists 5 places to stay in Magnitogorsk. Of the 5 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (4). Guests have left 1 reviews in total.
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Common questions
How far is Magnitogorsk from Chelyabinsk?
251 km (156 mi) in a straight line, south-west of Chelyabinsk.
How long does it take to get from Chelyabinsk to Magnitogorsk by air?
About 1 h 4 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Chelyabinsk and Magnitogorsk?
No, both are on Asia/Yekaterinburg at the moment.
Which airports are used for Chelyabinsk to Magnitogorsk flights?
Typically Kurchatov Chelyabinsk International Airport (CEK) to Magnitogorsk International Airport (MQF).
Where can I stay in Magnitogorsk?
Our booking partner lists 5 places to stay in Magnitogorsk, 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.