Bucharest to Cherkessk flights
Cherkessk lies 1,266 km (787 mi) east of Bucharest, 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.
| Bucharest | Cherkessk | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Romania | Russia |
| Population | 1.9 million | 122,395 |
| Elevation | 83 m (272 ft) | 544 m (1,785 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+3 (Europe/Bucharest) | UTC+3 (Europe/Moscow) |
| Nearest large airport | BBU, 8 km out | MRV, 83 km out |
What changes when you arrive in Cherkessk
Crossing from Romania into Russia: money changes from the Leu 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 Bucharest
Bucharest is served by 2 airports with scheduled flights within 100 km. The closest large one is Bucharest Băneasa Aurel Vlaicu International Airport (BBU), 8 km (5 mi) from the centre, whose 10,499-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft. The alternatives are Bucharest Henri Coandă International Airport (OTP, 16 km).
Arriving in Cherkessk
Cherkessk is served by 2 airports with scheduled flights within 100 km. The closest large one is Mineralnye Vody Airport (MRV), 83 km (52 mi) from the centre, whose 12,795-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft. The alternatives are Stavropol Shpakovskoye Airport (STW, 99 km).
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mineralnye Vody Airport | MRV | 83 km (52 mi) | 12,795 ft | 1,054 ft |
| Stavropol Shpakovskoye Airport (regional) | STW | 99 km (62 mi) | 8,530 ft | 1,486 ft |
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Common questions
How far is Cherkessk from Bucharest?
1,266 km (787 mi) in a straight line, east of Bucharest.
How long does it take to get from Bucharest to Cherkessk 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 Bucharest and Cherkessk?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
Which airports are used for Bucharest to Cherkessk flights?
Typically Bucharest Băneasa Aurel Vlaicu International Airport (BBU) to Mineralnye Vody Airport (MRV); Cherkessk also has STW.
What currency do I need in Cherkessk?
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 13 September 2026. Hotel 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.