Direct (nonstop) flights from Moscow to Chelyabinsk

1 airline flys nonstop from Sheremetyevo International Airport (SVO) to Balandino (CEK). It's 939 miles (1,511 km), about 2h 35m in the air. Operated by Aeroflot.

SVO
Sheremetyevo International Airport
🇷🇺 Moscow, Russia
CEK
Balandino
🇷🇺 Chelyabinsk, Russia
Flight Time
2h 35m
Distance
939 mi
1,511 km
CO₂/pax
159 kg
−40 kg vs. layover
Airlines
1
Aeroflot
Time Diff
+2h
Operated by Aeroflot Aeroflot

Route data last updated: May 29, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Aeroflot SU Aeroflot
Route
SVO → CEK
Flight Time
2h 35m
Distance
939 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Moscow to Chelyabinsk with one stop · direct emits 159 kg CO₂ per passenger

SVO GOJ (Nizhniy Novgorod) CEK
Leg 1: 1h 15m (247 mi) Leg 2: 1h 55m (692 mi) Total: ~3h 10m 🍃 199 kg CO₂ (+25% vs. direct)
Leg 1
SVO → GOJ
1h 15m · 247 mi
View SVO to GOJ flights →
Leg 2
GOJ → CEK
1h 55m · 692 mi
View GOJ to CEK flights →
SVO LED (Saint Petersburg) CEK
Leg 1: 1h 33m (373 mi) Leg 2: 2h 55m (1,191 mi) Total: ~4h 28m 🍃 295 kg CO₂ (+86% vs. direct)
Leg 1
SVO → LED
1h 33m · 373 mi
View SVO to LED flights →
Leg 2
LED → CEK
2h 55m · 1,191 mi
View LED to CEK flights →
SVO MSQ (Minsk) CEK
Leg 1: 1h 30m (400 mi) Leg 2: 3h 5m (1,335 mi) Total: ~4h 35m 🍃 325 kg CO₂ (+104% vs. direct)
Leg 1
SVO → MSQ
1h 30m · 400 mi
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Leg 2
MSQ → CEK
3h 5m · 1,335 mi
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SVO HMA (Khanty-Mansiysk) CEK
Leg 1: 3h 5m (1,186 mi) Leg 2: 1h 40m (483 mi) Total: ~4h 45m 🍃 314 kg CO₂ (+97% vs. direct)
Leg 1
SVO → HMA
3h 5m · 1,186 mi
View SVO to HMA flights →
Leg 2
HMA → CEK
1h 40m · 483 mi
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SVO MCX (Makhachkala) CEK
Leg 1: 3h 5m (1,017 mi) Leg 2: 2h 50m (1,063 mi) Total: ~5h 55m 🍃 377 kg CO₂ (+137% vs. direct)
Leg 1
SVO → MCX
3h 5m · 1,017 mi
View SVO to MCX flights →
Leg 2
MCX → CEK
2h 50m · 1,063 mi
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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Moscow to Chelyabinsk?

A nonstop flight from Moscow (SVO) to Chelyabinsk (CEK) takes approximately 2 hours and 35 minutes. The distance is 939 miles (1,511 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Moscow to Chelyabinsk?

Just Aeroflot.

Is there a nonstop flight from Moscow to Chelyabinsk?

Yes. 1 airline: Aeroflot.

How far is Moscow from Chelyabinsk?

The flight distance from Moscow to Chelyabinsk is 939 miles (1,511 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 Moscow to Chelyabinsk?

At 2h 35m, 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 Moscow to Chelyabinsk?

Roughly 159 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 795 km.

Is the return flight from Chelyabinsk to Moscow 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 Moscow 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 Sheremetyevo International Airport for this flight?

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