Nizhniy Novgorod to Zheleznodorozhnyy flights
Zheleznodorozhnyy lies 377 km (234 mi) west of Nizhniy Novgorod, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 1 h 14 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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| Nizhniy Novgorod | Zheleznodorozhnyy | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Russia | Russia |
| Population | 1.3 million | 141,648 |
| Elevation | 141 m (463 ft) | 146 m (479 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+3 (Europe/Moscow) | UTC+3 (Europe/Moscow) |
| Nearest large airport | GOJ, 17 km out | ZIA, 23 km out |
Airports at each end
Leaving 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.
Arriving in Zheleznodorozhnyy
Zheleznodorozhnyy is served by 4 airports with scheduled flights within 100 km. The closest large one is Zhukovsky International Airport (ZIA), 23 km (14 mi) from the centre, whose 15,092-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft. The alternatives are Domodedovo International Airport (DME, 38 km), Sheremetyevo International Airport (SVO, 46 km), Vnukovo International Airport (VKO, 50 km).
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Zhukovsky International Airport | ZIA | 23 km (14 mi) | 15,092 ft | 377 ft |
| Domodedovo International Airport | DME | 38 km (24 mi) | 12,448 ft | 588 ft |
| Sheremetyevo International Airport | SVO | 46 km (29 mi) | 12,139 ft | 622 ft |
| Vnukovo International Airport | VKO | 50 km (31 mi) | 11,483 ft | 685 ft |
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Common questions
How far is Zheleznodorozhnyy from Nizhniy Novgorod?
377 km (234 mi) in a straight line, west of Nizhniy Novgorod.
How long does it take to get from Nizhniy Novgorod to Zheleznodorozhnyy by air?
About 1 h 14 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Nizhniy Novgorod and Zheleznodorozhnyy?
No, both are on Europe/Moscow at the moment.
Which airports are used for Nizhniy Novgorod to Zheleznodorozhnyy flights?
Typically Nizhny Novgorod / Strigino International Airport (GOJ) to Zhukovsky International Airport (ZIA); Zheleznodorozhnyy also has DME, SVO, VKO.
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
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- 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.