Direct (nonstop) flights from Moscow to Saint Petersburg

4 airlines fly nonstop from Vnukovo International Airport (VKO) to Pulkovo Airport (LED). It's 389 miles (626 km), about 1h 30m in the air. Operated by Azimuth, Pobeda, Aeroflot and others.

VKO
Vnukovo International Airport
🇷🇺 Moscow, Russia
LED
Pulkovo Airport
🇷🇺 Saint Petersburg, Russia
Flight Time
1h 30m
Distance
389 mi
626 km
CO₂/pax
72 kg
−102 kg vs. layover
Airlines
4
Azimuth +3
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by Azimuth Azimuth Pobeda Pobeda Aeroflot Aeroflot UTair UTair

Route data last updated: May 30, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Azimuth A4 Azimuth
Route
VKO → LED
Flight Time
1h 30m
Distance
389 mi
Pobeda DP Pobeda
Route
VKO → LED
Flight Time
1h 30m
Distance
389 mi
Aeroflot SU Aeroflot
Route
VKO → LED
Flight Time
1h 30m
Distance
389 mi
UTair UT UTair
Route
VKO → LED
Flight Time
1h 30m
Distance
389 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Moscow to Saint Petersburg with one stop · direct emits 72 kg CO₂ per passenger

VKO MSQ (Minsk) LED
Leg 1: 1h 25m (388 mi) Leg 2: 1h 30m (418 mi) Total: ~2h 55m 🍃 174 kg CO₂ (+142% vs. direct)
Leg 1
VKO → MSQ
1h 25m · 388 mi
View VKO to MSQ flights →
Leg 2
MSQ → LED
1h 30m · 418 mi
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VKO TBW (Tambov) LED
Leg 1: 1h 5m (257 mi) Leg 2: 1h 50m (646 mi) Total: ~2h 55m 🍃 193 kg CO₂ (+168% vs. direct)
Leg 1
VKO → TBW
1h 5m · 257 mi
View VKO to TBW flights →
Leg 2
TBW → LED
1h 50m · 646 mi
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VKO GME (Gomel) LED
Leg 1: 1h 25m (332 mi) Leg 2: 1h 35m (504 mi) Total: ~3h 🍃 179 kg CO₂ (+149% vs. direct)
Leg 1
VKO → GME
1h 25m · 332 mi
View VKO to GME flights →
Leg 2
GME → LED
1h 35m · 504 mi
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VKO CSY (Cheboksary) LED
Leg 1: 1h 20m (392 mi) Leg 2: 2h (676 mi) Total: ~3h 20m 🍃 223 kg CO₂ (+210% vs. direct)
Leg 1
VKO → CSY
1h 20m · 392 mi
View VKO to CSY flights →
Leg 2
CSY → LED
2h · 676 mi
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VKO KVX (Kirov) LED
Leg 1: 1h 40m (496 mi) Leg 2: 1h 55m (682 mi) Total: ~3h 35m 🍃 243 kg CO₂ (+238% vs. direct)
Leg 1
VKO → KVX
1h 40m · 496 mi
View VKO to KVX flights →
Leg 2
KVX → LED
1h 55m · 682 mi
View KVX to LED flights →

Frequently Asked Questions

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

A nonstop flight from Moscow (VKO) to Saint Petersburg (LED) takes approximately 1 hours and 30 minutes. The distance is 389 miles (626 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Moscow to Saint Petersburg?

4 airlines: Azimuth, Pobeda, Aeroflot, UTair.

Is there a nonstop flight from Moscow to Saint Petersburg?

Yes. 4 airlines: Azimuth, Pobeda, Aeroflot, UTair.

How far is Moscow from Saint Petersburg?

The flight distance from Moscow to Saint Petersburg is 389 miles (626 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as Mumbai to Goa.

What type of aircraft flies from Moscow to Saint Petersburg?

At 1h 30m, this route typically uses narrow-body aircraft — Boeing 737 or Airbus A320. Varies by airline.

What is the carbon footprint of a flight from Moscow to Saint Petersburg?

Roughly 72 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 360 km.

Is the return flight from Saint Petersburg 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 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 Vnukovo International Airport for this flight?

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