Krasnoyarsk to Norilsk flights
Norilsk lies 1,499 km (932 mi) north of Krasnoyarsk, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 2 h 40 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.
| Krasnoyarsk | Norilsk | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Russia | Russia |
| Population | 1.1 million | 140,800 |
| Elevation | 182 m (597 ft) | 76 m (249 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+7 (Asia/Krasnoyarsk) | UTC+7 (Asia/Krasnoyarsk) |
| Nearest large airport | KJA, 32 km out | NSK, 35 km out |
Airports at each end
Leaving 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).
Arriving in Norilsk
Norilsk is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Alykel International Airport (NSK), 35 km (22 mi) from the centre, whose 11,254-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft.
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alykel International Airport | NSK | 35 km (22 mi) | 11,254 ft | 574 ft |
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Common questions
How far is Norilsk from Krasnoyarsk?
1,499 km (932 mi) in a straight line, north of Krasnoyarsk.
How long does it take to get from Krasnoyarsk to Norilsk by air?
About 2 h 40 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Krasnoyarsk and Norilsk?
No, both are on Asia/Krasnoyarsk at the moment.
Which airports are used for Krasnoyarsk to Norilsk flights?
Typically Krasnoyarsk International Airport (KJA) to Alykel International Airport (NSK).
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.