Direct (nonstop) flights from Makhachkala to Chelyabinsk

1 airline flys nonstop from Makhachkala Airport (MCX) to Balandino (CEK). It's 1,063 miles (1,711 km), about 2h 50m in the air. Operated by Nordwind Airlines.

MCX
Makhachkala Airport
🇷🇺 Makhachkala, Russia
CEK
Balandino
🇷🇺 Chelyabinsk, Russia
Flight Time
2h 50m
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 21, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Nordwind Airlines N4 Nordwind Airlines
Route
MCX → CEK
Flight Time
2h 50m
Distance
1,063 mi

Alternative Routes

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

MCX MRV (Mineralnye Vody) CEK
Leg 1: 1h 10m (249 mi) Leg 2: 3h 10m (1,118 mi) Total: ~4h 20m 🍃 260 kg CO₂ (+44% vs. direct)
Leg 1
MCX → MRV
1h 10m · 249 mi
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Leg 2
MRV → CEK
3h 10m · 1,118 mi
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MCX GOJ (Nizhniy Novgorod) CEK
Leg 1: 2h 40m (941 mi) Leg 2: 1h 55m (692 mi) Total: ~4h 35m 🍃 312 kg CO₂ (+73% vs. direct)
Leg 1
MCX → GOJ
2h 40m · 941 mi
View MCX to GOJ flights →
Leg 2
GOJ → CEK
1h 55m · 692 mi
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MCX AER (Adler/Sochi) CEK
Leg 1: 1h 45m (392 mi) Leg 2: 3h 30m (1,263 mi) Total: ~5h 15m 🍃 311 kg CO₂ (+73% vs. direct)
Leg 1
MCX → AER
1h 45m · 392 mi
View MCX to AER flights →
Leg 2
AER → CEK
3h 30m · 1,263 mi
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MCX VKO (Moscow) CEK
Leg 1: 2h 55m (997 mi) Leg 2: 2h 25m (948 mi) Total: ~5h 20m 🍃 354 kg CO₂ (+97% vs. direct)
Leg 1
MCX → VKO
2h 55m · 997 mi
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Leg 2
VKO → CEK
2h 25m · 948 mi
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MCX KRR (Krasnodar) CEK
Leg 1: 1h 48m (451 mi) Leg 2: 3h 35m (1,212 mi) Total: ~5h 23m 🍃 313 kg CO₂ (+74% vs. direct)
Leg 1
MCX → KRR
1h 48m · 451 mi
View MCX to KRR flights →
Leg 2
KRR → CEK
3h 35m · 1,212 mi
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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Makhachkala to Chelyabinsk?

A nonstop flight from Makhachkala (MCX) to Chelyabinsk (CEK) takes approximately 2 hours and 50 minutes. The distance is 1,063 miles (1,711 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Makhachkala to Chelyabinsk?

Just Nordwind Airlines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Makhachkala to Chelyabinsk?

Yes. 1 airline: Nordwind Airlines.

How far is Makhachkala from Chelyabinsk?

The flight distance from Makhachkala to Chelyabinsk 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 Makhachkala to Chelyabinsk?

At 2h 50m, 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 Makhachkala to Chelyabinsk?

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

Is the return flight from Chelyabinsk to Makhachkala 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 Makhachkala to Chelyabinsk?

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 Makhachkala Airport for this flight?

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