Direct (nonstop) flights from Novosibirsk to Chelyabinsk

1 airline flys nonstop from Tolmachevo Airport (OVB) to Balandino (CEK). It's 835 miles (1,343 km), about 2h 20m in the air. Operated by S7 Airlines.

OVB
Tolmachevo Airport
🇷🇺 Novosibirsk, Russia
CEK
Balandino
🇷🇺 Chelyabinsk, Russia
Flight Time
2h 20m
Distance
835 mi
1,343 km
CO₂/pax
154 kg
−80 kg vs. layover
Airlines
1
S7 Airlines
Time Diff
-2h
Operated by S7 Airlines S7 Airlines

Route data last updated: May 31, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

S7 Airlines S7 S7 Airlines
Route
OVB → CEK
Flight Time
2h 20m
Distance
835 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Novosibirsk to Chelyabinsk with one stop · direct emits 154 kg CO₂ per passenger

OVB HMA (Khanty-Mansiysk) CEK
Leg 1: 1h 55m (647 mi) Leg 2: 1h 40m (483 mi) Total: ~3h 35m 🍃 234 kg CO₂ (+52% vs. direct)
Leg 1
OVB → HMA
1h 55m · 647 mi
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Leg 2
HMA → CEK
1h 40m · 483 mi
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OVB KJA (Krasnojarsk) CEK
Leg 1: 1h 20m (392 mi) Leg 2: 3h 10m (1,200 mi) Total: ~4h 30m 🍃 301 kg CO₂ (+95% vs. direct)
Leg 1
OVB → KJA
1h 20m · 392 mi
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Leg 2
KJA → CEK
3h 10m · 1,200 mi
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OVB SGC (Surgut) CEK
Leg 1: 1h 48m (552 mi) Leg 2: 2h 43m (600 mi) Total: ~4h 31m 🍃 238 kg CO₂ (+55% vs. direct)
Leg 1
OVB → SGC
1h 48m · 552 mi
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Leg 2
SGC → CEK
2h 43m · 600 mi
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OVB GOJ (Nizhniy Novgorod) CEK
Leg 1: 3h 45m (1,504 mi) Leg 2: 1h 55m (692 mi) Total: ~5h 40m 🍃 407 kg CO₂ (+164% vs. direct)
Leg 1
OVB → GOJ
3h 45m · 1,504 mi
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Leg 2
GOJ → CEK
1h 55m · 692 mi
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OVB OSS (Osh) CEK
Leg 1: 2h 55m (1,093 mi) Leg 2: 2h 55m (1,138 mi) Total: ~5h 50m 🍃 402 kg CO₂ (+161% vs. direct)
Leg 1
OVB → OSS
2h 55m · 1,093 mi
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Leg 2
OSS → CEK
2h 55m · 1,138 mi
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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Novosibirsk to Chelyabinsk?

A nonstop flight from Novosibirsk (OVB) to Chelyabinsk (CEK) takes approximately 2 hours and 20 minutes. The distance is 835 miles (1,343 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Novosibirsk to Chelyabinsk?

Just S7 Airlines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Novosibirsk to Chelyabinsk?

Yes. 1 airline: S7 Airlines.

How far is Novosibirsk from Chelyabinsk?

The flight distance from Novosibirsk to Chelyabinsk is 835 miles (1,343 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as London to Madrid.

What type of aircraft flies from Novosibirsk to Chelyabinsk?

At 2h 20m, 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 Novosibirsk to Chelyabinsk?

Roughly 154 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 770 km.

Is the return flight from Chelyabinsk to Novosibirsk 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 Novosibirsk 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 Tolmachevo Airport for this flight?

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