Irkutsk to Jining flights
Jining lies 1,420 km (882 mi) south-east of Irkutsk, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 2 h 34 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.
| Irkutsk | Jining | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Russia | China |
| Population | 623,869 | 258,757 |
| Elevation | 415 m (1,362 ft) | 1,409 m (4,623 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+8 (Asia/Irkutsk) | UTC+8 (Asia/Shanghai) |
| Nearest large airport | IKT, 8 km out | UCB, 11 km out |
What changes when you arrive in Jining
Crossing from Russia into China: money changes from the Ruble to the Yuan Renminbi (CNY); sockets are AS/NZS 3112, Euro, NEMA 1-15; the dialling code becomes +86; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q25648823 / http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q25648851.
Airports at each end
Leaving Irkutsk
Irkutsk is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Irkutsk International Airport (IKT), 8 km (5 mi) from the centre, whose 11,696-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft.
Arriving in Jining
Jining is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Ulanqab Jining Airport (UCB), 11 km (7 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ulanqab Jining Airport (regional) | UCB | 11 km (7 mi) | 10,499 ft | 0 ft |
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Common questions
How far is Jining from Irkutsk?
1,420 km (882 mi) in a straight line, south-east of Irkutsk.
How long does it take to get from Irkutsk to Jining by air?
About 2 h 34 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Irkutsk and Jining?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
Which airports are used for Irkutsk to Jining flights?
Typically Irkutsk International Airport (IKT) to Ulanqab Jining Airport (UCB).
What currency do I need in Jining?
The Yuan Renminbi (CNY).
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.