Saint Petersburg to Tampere flights
Tampere lies 395 km (245 mi) north-west of Saint Petersburg, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 1 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.
| Saint Petersburg | Tampere | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Russia | Finland |
| Population | 5.4 million | 260,646 |
| Elevation | 11 m (36 ft) | 114 m (374 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+3 (Europe/Moscow) | UTC+3 (Europe/Helsinki) |
| Nearest large airport | LED, 16 km out | TMP, 14 km out |
What changes when you arrive in Tampere
Crossing from Russia into Finland: money changes from the Ruble to the Euro (EUR); the dialling code becomes +358; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q1061257.
Airports at each end
Leaving 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.
Arriving in Tampere
Tampere is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Tampere-Pirkkala Airport (TMP), 14 km (9 mi) from the centre, with a longest runway of 8,858 ft, which limits it to short and medium-haul aircraft.
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tampere-Pirkkala Airport | TMP | 14 km (9 mi) | 8,858 ft | 390 ft |
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Common questions
How far is Tampere from Saint Petersburg?
395 km (245 mi) in a straight line, north-west of Saint Petersburg.
How long does it take to get from Saint Petersburg to Tampere by air?
About 1 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 Saint Petersburg and Tampere?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
Which airports are used for Saint Petersburg to Tampere flights?
Typically Pulkovo Airport (LED) to Tampere-Pirkkala Airport (TMP).
What currency do I need in Tampere?
The Euro (EUR).
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.