Karagandy to Semey flights
Semey lies 514 km (319 mi) east of Karagandy, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 1 h 25 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.
| Karagandy | Semey | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Kazakhstan | Kazakhstan |
| Population | 497,777 | 292,780 |
| Elevation | 545 m (1,788 ft) | 195 m (640 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+5 (Asia/Almaty) | UTC+5 (Asia/Almaty) |
| Nearest large airport | KGF, 22 km out | PLX, 8 km out |
Airports at each end
Leaving Karagandy
Karagandy is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Sary-Arka Airport (KGF), 22 km (14 mi) from the centre, whose 10,831-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft.
Arriving in Semey
Semey is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Semei International Airport (PLX), 8 km (5 mi) from the centre, whose 10,159-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft.
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Semei International Airport | PLX | 8 km (5 mi) | 10,159 ft | 761 ft |
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Common questions
How far is Semey from Karagandy?
514 km (319 mi) in a straight line, east of Karagandy.
How long does it take to get from Karagandy to Semey by air?
About 1 h 25 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Karagandy and Semey?
No, both are on Asia/Almaty at the moment.
Which airports are used for Karagandy to Semey flights?
Typically Sary-Arka Airport (KGF) to Semei International Airport (PLX).
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.