Moscow to Nizhniy Novgorod flights
Nizhniy Novgorod lies 402 km (250 mi) east of Moscow, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 1 h 16 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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| Moscow | Nizhniy Novgorod | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Russia | Russia |
| Population | 10.4 million | 1.3 million |
| Elevation | 155 m (509 ft) | 141 m (463 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+3 (Europe/Moscow) | UTC+3 (Europe/Moscow) |
| Nearest large airport | SVO, 28 km out | GOJ, 17 km out |
Airports at each end
Leaving Moscow
Moscow is served by 4 airports with scheduled flights within 100 km. The closest large one is Sheremetyevo International Airport (SVO), 28 km (17 mi) from the centre, whose 12,139-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft. The alternatives are Vnukovo International Airport (VKO, 29 km), Zhukovsky International Airport (ZIA, 40 km), Domodedovo International Airport (DME, 42 km).
Arriving in Nizhniy Novgorod
Nizhniy Novgorod is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Nizhny Novgorod / Strigino International Airport (GOJ), 17 km (11 mi) from the centre, with a longest runway of 9,843 ft, which limits it to short and medium-haul aircraft.
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nizhny Novgorod / Strigino International Airport | GOJ | 17 km (11 mi) | 9,843 ft | 256 ft |
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Common questions
How far is Nizhniy Novgorod from Moscow?
402 km (250 mi) in a straight line, east of Moscow.
How long does it take to get from Moscow to Nizhniy Novgorod by air?
About 1 h 16 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Moscow and Nizhniy Novgorod?
No, both are on Europe/Moscow at the moment.
Which airports are used for Moscow to Nizhniy Novgorod flights?
Typically Sheremetyevo International Airport (SVO) to Nizhny Novgorod / Strigino International Airport (GOJ).
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.