Direct (nonstop) flights from Chelyabinsk to Saint Petersburg

3 airlines fly nonstop from Balandino (CEK) to Pulkovo Airport (LED). It's 1,191 miles (1,916 km), about 3h in the air. Operated by Smartavia, Pobeda, Aeroflot.

CEK
Balandino
🇷🇺 Chelyabinsk, Russia
LED
Pulkovo Airport
🇷🇺 Saint Petersburg, Russia
Flight Time
3h
Distance
1,191 mi
1,916 km
CO₂/pax
201 kg
−54 kg vs. layover
Airlines
3
Smartavia +2
Time Diff
-2h
Operated by Smartavia Smartavia Pobeda Pobeda Aeroflot Aeroflot

Route data last updated: May 31, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Smartavia 5N Smartavia
Route
CEK → LED
Flight Time
3h
Distance
1,191 mi
Pobeda DP Pobeda
Route
CEK → LED
Flight Time
3h
Distance
1,191 mi
Aeroflot SU Aeroflot
Route
CEK → LED
Flight Time
3h
Distance
1,191 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Chelyabinsk to Saint Petersburg with one stop · direct emits 201 kg CO₂ per passenger

CEK GOJ (Nizhniy Novgorod) LED
Leg 1: 2h (692 mi) Leg 2: 1h 55m (554 mi) Total: ~3h 55m 🍃 255 kg CO₂ (+27% vs. direct)
Leg 1
CEK → GOJ
2h · 692 mi
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Leg 2
GOJ → LED
1h 55m · 554 mi
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CEK VKO (Moscow) LED
Leg 1: 2h 38m (948 mi) Leg 2: 1h 30m (389 mi) Total: ~4h 8m 🍃 257 kg CO₂ (+28% vs. direct)
Leg 1
CEK → VKO
2h 38m · 948 mi
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Leg 2
VKO → LED
1h 30m · 389 mi
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CEK SVO (Moscow) LED
Leg 1: 2h 40m (939 mi) Leg 2: 1h 33m (373 mi) Total: ~4h 13m 🍃 253 kg CO₂ (+26% vs. direct)
Leg 1
CEK → SVO
2h 40m · 939 mi
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Leg 2
SVO → LED
1h 33m · 373 mi
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CEK HMA (Khanty-Mansiysk) LED
Leg 1: 1h 35m (483 mi) Leg 2: 3h 20m (1,312 mi) Total: ~4h 55m 🍃 336 kg CO₂ (+67% vs. direct)
Leg 1
CEK → HMA
1h 35m · 483 mi
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Leg 2
HMA → LED
3h 20m · 1,312 mi
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CEK MSQ (Minsk) LED
Leg 1: 3h 35m (1,335 mi) Leg 2: 1h 30m (418 mi) Total: ~5h 5m 🍃 328 kg CO₂ (+63% vs. direct)
Leg 1
CEK → MSQ
3h 35m · 1,335 mi
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Leg 2
MSQ → LED
1h 30m · 418 mi
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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Chelyabinsk to Saint Petersburg?

A nonstop flight from Chelyabinsk (CEK) to Saint Petersburg (LED) takes approximately 3 hours. The distance is 1,191 miles (1,916 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Chelyabinsk to Saint Petersburg?

3 airlines: Smartavia, Pobeda, Aeroflot.

Is there a nonstop flight from Chelyabinsk to Saint Petersburg?

Yes. 3 airlines: Smartavia, Pobeda, Aeroflot.

How far is Chelyabinsk from Saint Petersburg?

The flight distance from Chelyabinsk to Saint Petersburg is 1,191 miles (1,916 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 Chelyabinsk to Saint Petersburg?

At 3h, 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 Chelyabinsk to Saint Petersburg?

Roughly 201 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 1,005 km.

Is the return flight from Saint Petersburg to Chelyabinsk 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 Chelyabinsk to Saint Petersburg?

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 Balandino for this flight?

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