Direct (nonstop) flights from Chita to Irkutsk

2 airlines fly nonstop from Kadala (HTA) to Irkutsk (IKT). It's 380 miles (612 km), about 1h 10m in the air. Operated by IrAero, S7 Airlines.

HTA
Kadala
🇷🇺 Chita, Russia
IKT
Irkutsk
🇷🇺 Irkutsk, Russia
Flight Time
1h 10m
Distance
380 mi
612 km
CO₂/pax
70 kg
−222 kg vs. layover
Airlines
2
IrAero +1
Time Diff
-1h
Operated by IrAero IrAero S7 Airlines S7 Airlines

Route data last updated: May 26, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

IrAero IO IrAero
Route
HTA → IKT
Flight Time
1h 10m
Distance
380 mi
S7 Airlines S7 S7 Airlines
Route
HTA → IKT
Flight Time
1h 10m
Distance
380 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Chita to Irkutsk with one stop · direct emits 70 kg CO₂ per passenger

HTA KJA (Krasnojarsk) IKT
Leg 1: 2h 25m (889 mi) Leg 2: 1h 45m (551 mi) Total: ~4h 10m 🍃 292 kg CO₂ (+317% vs. direct)
Leg 1
HTA → KJA
2h 25m · 889 mi
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Leg 2
KJA → IKT
1h 45m · 551 mi
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HTA BQS (Blagoveschensk) IKT
Leg 1: 1h 55m (621 mi) Leg 2: 2h 30m (1,001 mi) Total: ~4h 25m 🍃 309 kg CO₂ (+341% vs. direct)
Leg 1
HTA → BQS
1h 55m · 621 mi
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Leg 2
BQS → IKT
2h 30m · 1,001 mi
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HTA CZR (Chara) IKT
Leg 1: 1h 45m (392 mi) Leg 2: 3h (642 mi) Total: ~4h 45m 🍃 217 kg CO₂ (+210% vs. direct)
Leg 1
HTA → CZR
1h 45m · 392 mi
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Leg 2
CZR → IKT
3h · 642 mi
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HTA NOZ (Novokuznetsk) IKT
Leg 1: 3h 5m (1,104 mi) Leg 2: 1h 55m (734 mi) Total: ~5h 🍃 348 kg CO₂ (+397% vs. direct)
Leg 1
HTA → NOZ
3h 5m · 1,104 mi
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Leg 2
NOZ → IKT
1h 55m · 734 mi
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HTA YKS (Yakutsk) IKT
Leg 1: 2h 25m (926 mi) Leg 2: 3h (1,159 mi) Total: ~5h 25m 🍃 392 kg CO₂ (+460% vs. direct)
Leg 1
HTA → YKS
2h 25m · 926 mi
View HTA to YKS flights →
Leg 2
YKS → IKT
3h · 1,159 mi
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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Chita to Irkutsk?

A nonstop flight from Chita (HTA) to Irkutsk (IKT) takes approximately 1 hours and 10 minutes. The distance is 380 miles (612 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Chita to Irkutsk?

2 airlines: IrAero, S7 Airlines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Chita to Irkutsk?

Yes. 2 airlines: IrAero, S7 Airlines.

How far is Chita from Irkutsk?

The flight distance from Chita to Irkutsk is 380 miles (612 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as Mumbai to Goa.

What type of aircraft flies from Chita to Irkutsk?

At 1h 10m, this route typically uses narrow-body aircraft — Boeing 737 or Airbus A320. Varies by airline.

What is the carbon footprint of a flight from Chita to Irkutsk?

Roughly 70 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 350 km.

Is the return flight from Irkutsk to Chita 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 Chita to Irkutsk?

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 Kadala for this flight?

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