Nizhnevartovsk to Semey flights
Semey lies 1,191 km (740 mi) south of Nizhnevartovsk, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 2 h 17 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.
| Nizhnevartovsk | Semey | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Russia | Kazakhstan |
| Population | 244,937 | 292,780 |
| Elevation | 50 m (164 ft) | 195 m (640 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+5 (Asia/Yekaterinburg) | UTC+5 (Asia/Almaty) |
| Nearest large airport | NJC, 4 km out | PLX, 8 km out |
What changes when you arrive in Semey
Crossing from Russia into Kazakhstan: money changes from the Ruble to the Tenge (KZT); the dialling code becomes +7; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q1061257 / http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q25648794.
Airports at each end
Leaving 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.
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 Nizhnevartovsk?
1,191 km (740 mi) in a straight line, south of Nizhnevartovsk.
How long does it take to get from Nizhnevartovsk to Semey by air?
About 2 h 17 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Nizhnevartovsk and Semey?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
Which airports are used for Nizhnevartovsk to Semey flights?
Typically Nizhnevartovsk Airport (NJC) to Semei International Airport (PLX).
What currency do I need in Semey?
The Tenge (KZT).
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.