Norilsk to Krasnoyarsk flights
Krasnoyarsk lies 1,499 km (932 mi) south of Norilsk, 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.
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| Norilsk | Krasnoyarsk | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Russia | Russia |
| Population | 140,800 | 1.1 million |
| Elevation | 76 m (249 ft) | 182 m (597 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+7 (Asia/Krasnoyarsk) | UTC+7 (Asia/Krasnoyarsk) |
| Nearest large airport | NSK, 35 km out | KJA, 32 km out |
Airports at each end
Leaving 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.
Arriving in 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).
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Krasnoyarsk International Airport | KJA | 32 km (20 mi) | 12,139 ft | 942 ft |
| Krasnoyarsk Cheremshanka Airport (regional) | KCY | 29 km (18 mi) | 5,905 ft | 833 ft |
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Staying in Krasnoyarsk
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Common questions
How far is Krasnoyarsk from Norilsk?
1,499 km (932 mi) in a straight line, south of Norilsk.
How long does it take to get from Norilsk to Krasnoyarsk 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 Norilsk and Krasnoyarsk?
No, both are on Asia/Krasnoyarsk at the moment.
Which airports are used for Norilsk to Krasnoyarsk flights?
Typically Alykel International Airport (NSK) to Krasnoyarsk International Airport (KJA); Krasnoyarsk also has KCY.
Where can I stay in Krasnoyarsk?
Our booking partner lists 34 places to stay in Krasnoyarsk, bookable on this site.
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.