Direct (nonstop) flights from Chelyabinsk to Makhachkala

1 airline flys nonstop from Balandino (CEK) to Makhachkala Airport (MCX). It's 1,063 miles (1,711 km), about 2h 55m in the air. Operated by Nordwind Airlines.

CEK
Balandino
🇷🇺 Chelyabinsk, Russia
MCX
Makhachkala Airport
🇷🇺 Makhachkala, Russia
Flight Time
2h 55m
Distance
1,063 mi
1,711 km
CO₂/pax
180 kg
−80 kg vs. layover
Airlines
1
Nordwind Airlines
Time Diff
-2h
Operated by Nordwind Airlines Nordwind Airlines

Route data last updated: May 25, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Nordwind Airlines N4 Nordwind Airlines
Route
CEK → MCX
Flight Time
2h 55m
Distance
1,063 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Chelyabinsk to Makhachkala with one stop · direct emits 180 kg CO₂ per passenger

CEK MRV (Mineralnye Vody) MCX
Leg 1: 3h 15m (1,118 mi) Leg 2: 1h 10m (249 mi) Total: ~4h 25m 🍃 260 kg CO₂ (+44% vs. direct)
Leg 1
CEK → MRV
3h 15m · 1,118 mi
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Leg 2
MRV → MCX
1h 10m · 249 mi
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CEK GOJ (Nizhniy Novgorod) MCX
Leg 1: 2h (692 mi) Leg 2: 3h (941 mi) Total: ~5h 🍃 312 kg CO₂ (+73% vs. direct)
Leg 1
CEK → GOJ
2h · 692 mi
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Leg 2
GOJ → MCX
3h · 941 mi
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CEK AER (Adler/Sochi) MCX
Leg 1: 3h 48m (1,263 mi) Leg 2: 1h 38m (392 mi) Total: ~5h 26m 🍃 311 kg CO₂ (+73% vs. direct)
Leg 1
CEK → AER
3h 48m · 1,263 mi
View CEK to AER flights →
Leg 2
AER → MCX
1h 38m · 392 mi
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CEK KRR (Krasnodar) MCX
Leg 1: 3h 55m (1,212 mi) Leg 2: 1h 40m (451 mi) Total: ~5h 35m 🍃 313 kg CO₂ (+74% vs. direct)
Leg 1
CEK → KRR
3h 55m · 1,212 mi
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Leg 2
KRR → MCX
1h 40m · 451 mi
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CEK VKO (Moscow) MCX
Leg 1: 2h 38m (948 mi) Leg 2: 3h (997 mi) Total: ~5h 38m 🍃 354 kg CO₂ (+97% vs. direct)
Leg 1
CEK → VKO
2h 38m · 948 mi
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Leg 2
VKO → MCX
3h · 997 mi
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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Chelyabinsk to Makhachkala?

A nonstop flight from Chelyabinsk (CEK) to Makhachkala (MCX) takes approximately 2 hours and 55 minutes. The distance is 1,063 miles (1,711 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Chelyabinsk to Makhachkala?

Just Nordwind Airlines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Chelyabinsk to Makhachkala?

Yes. 1 airline: Nordwind Airlines.

How far is Chelyabinsk from Makhachkala?

The flight distance from Chelyabinsk to Makhachkala is 1,063 miles (1,711 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as New York to Miami.

What type of aircraft flies from Chelyabinsk to Makhachkala?

At 2h 55m, this route typically uses narrow-body or mid-range jets — Boeing 737 MAX or Airbus A320neo. Varies by airline.

What is the carbon footprint of a flight from Chelyabinsk to Makhachkala?

Roughly 180 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 900 km.

Is the return flight from Makhachkala to Chelyabinsk also nonstop?

Yes — nonstop flights run both ways. Flight time may differ slightly due to wind patterns.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Chelyabinsk to Makhachkala?

Midweek flights (Tue/Wed) outside holiday peaks are usually cheapest. 3-6 weeks ahead is a good window for this route. Use "Check Prices" above to compare.

How early should I arrive at Balandino for this flight?

1.5-2 hours for domestic. Add more time during holidays or busy travel weekends.