Penza to Saint Petersburg flights
Saint Petersburg lies 1,167 km (725 mi) north-west of Penza, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 2 h 15 min gate to gate, based on the distance and typical cruise speed with taxi and climb allowed for; connecting itineraries add the layover on top.
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| Penza | Saint Petersburg | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Russia | Russia |
| Population | 523,553 | 5.4 million |
| Elevation | 156 m (512 ft) | 11 m (36 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+3 (Europe/Moscow) | UTC+3 (Europe/Moscow) |
| Nearest large airport | PEZ, 9 km out | LED, 16 km out |
Airports at each end
Leaving Penza
Penza is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Penza Airport (PEZ), 9 km (6 mi) from the centre, with a longest runway of 9,155 ft, which limits it to short and medium-haul aircraft.
Arriving in Saint Petersburg
Saint Petersburg is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Pulkovo Airport (LED), 16 km (10 mi) from the centre, whose 12,402-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft.
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pulkovo Airport | LED | 16 km (10 mi) | 12,402 ft | 78 ft |
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Common questions
How far is Saint Petersburg from Penza?
1,167 km (725 mi) in a straight line, north-west of Penza.
How long does it take to get from Penza to Saint Petersburg by air?
About 2 h 15 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Penza and Saint Petersburg?
No, both are on Europe/Moscow at the moment.
Which airports are used for Penza to Saint Petersburg flights?
Typically Penza Airport (PEZ) to Pulkovo Airport (LED).
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.