Cheap Flights from Istanbul to Saint Petersburg Starting at $129

More than 12 airlines operate flights from Istanbul to Saint Petersburg, including Valuair, Pegasus Airlines, Kinda Airlines, Turkish Airlines, Pobeda, Red Wings Airlines, Ural Airlines, Azimut, S7 Airlines, Azerbaijan Airlines, Rossiya Airlines, and Belavia. This is a popular route, so passengers can choose tickets based on budget and preferences. Ticket prices start from $129, and our service lets you instantly compare all options. The variety of offers simplifies planning: you can choose budget fares or more comfortable options with baggage included or extra services. We help you find the best deals so your trip is cost-efficient.

Istanbul Airport (IST) is the city’s main international hub and is usually positioned as a modern, full-service gateway handling most long-haul and transfer traffic. Major global carriers and Turkish Airlines operate frequent services here, so fares can be competitive on international routes but may vary with demand. The airport sits about 35–50 km from central areas like Sultanahmet and Taksim; road transfers typically take 35–60 minutes depending on traffic, taxis or ride-shares commonly costing the equivalent of mid-range city fares, while the metro line and express shuttles provide cheaper options in roughly 40–60 minutes. Pros: extensive facilities, many connections and newer terminals; cons: distance from the historic center and occasionally long transfer walks between gates. Sabiha Gökçen International Airport (SAW) usually serves as Istanbul’s secondary airport and is often favored by budget and low-cost carriers, along with some regional international services. It can be a cost-effective choice for point-to-point leisure travel, though prices depend on season and airline promotions. Located on the Asian side about 35–45 km from central European-side districts, transfers to Taksim or Sultanahmet typically take 45–90 minutes by road; public buses and shuttle services are cheaper options, while taxis and app rides are faster but can be costlier. Pros: generally lower-cost carrier mix and shorter queues at off-peak times; cons: farther from the historic core for many travelers and fewer direct intercontinental connections.

Saint Petersburg is served primarily by Pulkovo Airport (LED), the city’s main international gateway and busiest hub for full-service carriers and many international flights, alongside smaller regional and budget services. Pulkovo sits about 23 km south of the historic center; the Pulkovo Express bus and regular city buses typically take 30–45 minutes depending on traffic, with taxis and ride-shares usually taking 25–40 minutes—fares can vary widely but are often moderate compared with European capitals. The airport has a mix of legacy and low-cost airlines, so fares can be competitive on some routes. Pros: modern facilities and direct international connections; cons: distance from downtown and possible traffic delays at peak times.

The cost of a one-way flight from Istanbul to Saint Petersburg ranges from $119 (February 2026) to $165 (July 2026). On average, the ticket price is about $144–$145.