Penza to Saratov flights
Saratov lies 196 km (122 mi) south of Penza, +1 h on the clock. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 1 h gate to gate, based on the distance and typical cruise speed with taxi and climb allowed for; connecting itineraries add the layover on top.
| Penza | Saratov | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Russia | Russia |
| Population | 523,553 | 844,858 |
| Elevation | 156 m (512 ft) | 80 m (262 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+3 (Europe/Moscow) | UTC+4 (Europe/Saratov) |
| Nearest large airport | PEZ, 9 km out | GSV, 23 km out |
Clocks in Saratov are 1 h ahead of Penza right now, so a 1 h journey lands 2 h later by the destination clock.
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 Saratov
Saratov is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Gagarin International Airport (GSV), 23 km (14 mi) from the centre, with a longest runway of 9,843 ft, which limits it to short and medium-haul aircraft.
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gagarin International Airport | GSV | 23 km (14 mi) | 9,843 ft | 103 ft |
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Staying in Saratov
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Common questions
How far is Saratov from Penza?
196 km (122 mi) in a straight line, south of Penza.
How long does it take to get from Penza to Saratov by air?
About 1 h, 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 Saratov?
Saratov is 1 h ahead at the moment (Europe/Saratov against Europe/Moscow).
Which airports are used for Penza to Saratov flights?
Typically Penza Airport (PEZ) to Gagarin International Airport (GSV).
Where can I stay in Saratov?
Our booking partner lists 15 places to stay in Saratov, bookable on this site.
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.