Direct (nonstop) flights from Baku to Saint Petersburg

3 airlines fly nonstop from Heydar Aliyev International Airport (GYD) to Pulkovo Airport (LED). It's 1,586 miles (2,552 km), about 4h 10m in the air. Operated by Azerbaijan Airlines, Aeroflot, UTair.

GYD
Heydar Aliyev International Airport
🇦🇿 Baku, Azerbaijan
LED
Pulkovo Airport
🇷🇺 Saint Petersburg, Russia
Flight Time
4h 10m
Distance
1,586 mi
2,552 km
CO₂/pax
268 kg
−31 kg vs. layover
Airlines
3
Azerbaijan Airlines +2
Time Diff
-1h
Operated by Azerbaijan Airlines Azerbaijan Airlines Aeroflot Aeroflot UTair UTair

Route data last updated: May 28, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Azerbaijan Airlines J2 Azerbaijan Airlines
Route
GYD → LED
Flight Time
4h 10m
Distance
1,586 mi
Aeroflot SU Aeroflot
Route
GYD → LED
Flight Time
4h 10m
Distance
1,586 mi
UTair UT UTair
Route
GYD → LED
Flight Time
4h 10m
Distance
1,586 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Baku to Saint Petersburg with one stop · direct emits 268 kg CO₂ per passenger

GYD VKO (Moscow) LED
Leg 1: 3h 20m (1,197 mi) Leg 2: 1h 30m (389 mi) Total: ~4h 50m 🍃 299 kg CO₂ (+12% vs. direct)
Leg 1
GYD → VKO
3h 20m · 1,197 mi
View GYD to VKO flights →
Leg 2
VKO → LED
1h 30m · 389 mi
View VKO to LED flights →
GYD DME (Moscow) LED
Leg 1: 3h 25m (1,173 mi) Leg 2: 1h 40m (414 mi) Total: ~5h 5m 🍃 300 kg CO₂ (+12% vs. direct)
Leg 1
GYD → DME
3h 25m · 1,173 mi
View GYD to DME flights →
Leg 2
DME → LED
1h 40m · 414 mi
View DME to LED flights →
GYD SVO (Moscow) LED
Leg 1: 3h 40m (1,215 mi) Leg 2: 1h 33m (373 mi) Total: ~5h 13m 🍃 299 kg CO₂ (+12% vs. direct)
Leg 1
GYD → SVO
3h 40m · 1,215 mi
View GYD to SVO flights →
Leg 2
SVO → LED
1h 33m · 373 mi
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GYD PEE (Perm) LED
Leg 1: 2h 55m (1,235 mi) Leg 2: 2h 25m (926 mi) Total: ~5h 20m 🍃 405 kg CO₂ (+51% vs. direct)
Leg 1
GYD → PEE
2h 55m · 1,235 mi
View GYD to PEE flights →
Leg 2
PEE → LED
2h 25m · 926 mi
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GYD TBS (Tbilisi) LED
Leg 1: 1h 10m (278 mi) Leg 2: 4h 15m (1,401 mi) Total: ~5h 25m 🍃 314 kg CO₂ (+17% vs. direct)
Leg 1
GYD → TBS
1h 10m · 278 mi
View GYD to TBS flights →
Leg 2
TBS → LED
4h 15m · 1,401 mi
View TBS to LED flights →

Frequently Asked Questions

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

A nonstop flight from Baku (GYD) to Saint Petersburg (LED) takes approximately 4 hours and 10 minutes. The distance is 1,586 miles (2,552 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Baku to Saint Petersburg?

3 airlines: Azerbaijan Airlines, Aeroflot, UTair.

Is there a nonstop flight from Baku to Saint Petersburg?

Yes. 3 airlines: Azerbaijan Airlines, Aeroflot, UTair.

How far is Baku from Saint Petersburg?

The flight distance from Baku to Saint Petersburg is 1,586 miles (2,552 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance.

What is the time difference between Baku and Saint Petersburg?

Saint Petersburg is 1 hour behind Baku. (Asia/Baku vs Europe/Moscow.)

What type of aircraft flies from Baku to Saint Petersburg?

At 4h 10m, this route typically uses narrow-body or mid-range jets — Boeing 737 MAX or Airbus A320neo. Varies by airline.

Do I need a visa to travel from Azerbaijan to Russia?

Depends on your passport. Check with the Russia embassy or an official visa portal before booking — requirements change.

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

Roughly 268 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 1,340 km.

Is the return flight from Saint Petersburg to Baku 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 Baku to Saint Petersburg?

Midweek flights (Tue/Wed) outside holiday peaks are usually cheapest. For long-haul, booking 2-3 months out tends to help. Use "Check Prices" above to compare.

How early should I arrive at Heydar Aliyev International Airport for this flight?

3 hours before departure for international flights. You need time for check-in, security, and immigration.