Irkutsk to Krasnoyarsk flights
Krasnoyarsk lies 847 km (526 mi) north-west of Irkutsk, -1 h on the clock. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 1 h 50 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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| Irkutsk | Krasnoyarsk | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Russia | Russia |
| Population | 623,869 | 1.1 million |
| Elevation | 415 m (1,362 ft) | 182 m (597 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+8 (Asia/Irkutsk) | UTC+7 (Asia/Krasnoyarsk) |
| Nearest large airport | IKT, 8 km out | KJA, 32 km out |
Clocks in Krasnoyarsk are 1 h behind Irkutsk right now, so a 1 h 50 min journey lands only 50 min later by the destination clock.
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 Krasnoyarsk
Krasnoyarsk is served by 2 airports with scheduled flights within 100 km. The closest large one is Krasnoyarsk International Airport (KJA), 32 km (20 mi) from the centre, whose 12,139-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft. The alternatives are Krasnoyarsk Cheremshanka Airport (KCY, 29 km).
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Krasnoyarsk International Airport | KJA | 32 km (20 mi) | 12,139 ft | 942 ft |
| Krasnoyarsk Cheremshanka Airport (regional) | KCY | 29 km (18 mi) | 5,905 ft | 833 ft |
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Staying in Krasnoyarsk
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Common questions
How far is Krasnoyarsk from Irkutsk?
847 km (526 mi) in a straight line, north-west of Irkutsk.
How long does it take to get from Irkutsk to Krasnoyarsk by air?
About 1 h 50 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 Krasnoyarsk?
Krasnoyarsk is 1 h behind at the moment (Asia/Krasnoyarsk against Asia/Irkutsk).
Which airports are used for Irkutsk to Krasnoyarsk flights?
Typically Irkutsk International Airport (IKT) to Krasnoyarsk International Airport (KJA); Krasnoyarsk also has KCY.
Where can I stay in Krasnoyarsk?
Our booking partner lists 34 places to stay in Krasnoyarsk, 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.