Kurgan to Nizhnevartovsk flights
Nizhnevartovsk lies 894 km (556 mi) north-east of Kurgan, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 1 h 54 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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| Kurgan | Nizhnevartovsk | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Russia | Russia |
| Population | 309,285 | 244,937 |
| Elevation | 80 m (262 ft) | 50 m (164 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+5 (Asia/Yekaterinburg) | UTC+5 (Asia/Yekaterinburg) |
| Nearest large airport | KRO, 5 km out | NJC, 4 km out |
Airports at each end
Leaving Kurgan
Kurgan is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Kurgan Airport (KRO), 5 km (3 mi) from the centre, with a longest runway of 8,530 ft, which limits it to short and medium-haul aircraft.
Arriving in Nizhnevartovsk
Nizhnevartovsk is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Nizhnevartovsk Airport (NJC), 4 km (2 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nizhnevartovsk Airport | NJC | 4 km (2 mi) | 10,499 ft | 177 ft |
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Common questions
How far is Nizhnevartovsk from Kurgan?
894 km (556 mi) in a straight line, north-east of Kurgan.
How long does it take to get from Kurgan to Nizhnevartovsk by air?
About 1 h 54 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Kurgan and Nizhnevartovsk?
No, both are on Asia/Yekaterinburg at the moment.
Which airports are used for Kurgan to Nizhnevartovsk flights?
Typically Kurgan Airport (KRO) to Nizhnevartovsk Airport (NJC).
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.