Direct (nonstop) flights from Kazan to Irkutsk

1 airline flys nonstop from Kazan International Airport (KZN) to Irkutsk (IKT). It's 2,198 miles (3,538 km), about 4h 48m in the air. Operated by Nordwind Airlines.

KZN
Kazan International Airport
🇷🇺 Kazan, Russia
IKT
Irkutsk
🇷🇺 Irkutsk, Russia
Flight Time
4h 48m
Distance
2,198 mi
3,538 km
CO₂/pax
371 kg
−30 kg vs. layover
Airlines
1
Nordwind Airlines
Time Diff
+5h
Operated by Nordwind Airlines Nordwind Airlines

Route data last updated: May 30, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Nordwind Airlines N4 Nordwind Airlines
Route
KZN → IKT
Flight Time
4h 48m
Distance
2,198 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Kazan to Irkutsk with one stop · direct emits 371 kg CO₂ per passenger

KZN OMS (Omsk) IKT
Leg 1: 2h 18m (944 mi) Leg 2: 2h 55m (1,279 mi) Total: ~5h 13m 🍃 401 kg CO₂ (+8% vs. direct)
Leg 1
KZN → OMS
2h 18m · 944 mi
View KZN to OMS flights →
Leg 2
OMS → IKT
2h 55m · 1,279 mi
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KZN NOZ (Novokuznetsk) IKT
Leg 1: 3h 20m (1,491 mi) Leg 2: 1h 55m (734 mi) Total: ~5h 15m 🍃 413 kg CO₂ (+11% vs. direct)
Leg 1
KZN → NOZ
3h 20m · 1,491 mi
View KZN to NOZ flights →
Leg 2
NOZ → IKT
1h 55m · 734 mi
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KZN OVB (Novosibirsk) IKT
Leg 1: 3h (1,304 mi) Leg 2: 2h 20m (907 mi) Total: ~5h 20m 🍃 413 kg CO₂ (+11% vs. direct)
Leg 1
KZN → OVB
3h · 1,304 mi
View KZN to OVB flights →
Leg 2
OVB → IKT
2h 20m · 907 mi
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KZN KJA (Krasnojarsk) IKT
Leg 1: 3h 38m (1,651 mi) Leg 2: 1h 45m (551 mi) Total: ~5h 23m 🍃 406 kg CO₂ (+9% vs. direct)
Leg 1
KZN → KJA
3h 38m · 1,651 mi
View KZN to KJA flights →
Leg 2
KJA → IKT
1h 45m · 551 mi
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KZN UFA (Ufa) IKT
Leg 1: 1h 10m (271 mi) Leg 2: 4h 25m (1,969 mi) Total: ~5h 35m 🍃 408 kg CO₂ (+10% vs. direct)
Leg 1
KZN → UFA
1h 10m · 271 mi
View KZN to UFA flights →
Leg 2
UFA → IKT
4h 25m · 1,969 mi
View UFA to IKT flights →

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Kazan to Irkutsk?

A nonstop flight from Kazan (KZN) to Irkutsk (IKT) takes approximately 4 hours and 48 minutes. The distance is 2,198 miles (3,538 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Kazan to Irkutsk?

Just Nordwind Airlines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Kazan to Irkutsk?

Yes. 1 airline: Nordwind Airlines.

How far is Kazan from Irkutsk?

The flight distance from Kazan to Irkutsk is 2,198 miles (3,538 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as New York to Los Angeles.

Will I experience jet lag flying from Kazan to Irkutsk?

Maybe mild — 5-hour difference. Most people adjust in a day or two.

What type of aircraft flies from Kazan to Irkutsk?

At 4h 48m, 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 Kazan to Irkutsk?

Roughly 371 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 1,855 km.

Is the return flight from Irkutsk to Kazan 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 Kazan 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 Kazan International Airport for this flight?

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