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Turkish Airlines flights from Saint Petersburg to Istanbul

Saint Petersburg (LED) Istanbul (IST) Return direction
from 94 USDCheapest fare found
3 h 55 minFlight time
2106 kmDistance
FebruaryCheapest month
Istanbul17°Cclear · 14…20°C
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Saint Petersburg to Istanbul: prices by month

Lowest one-way fares found by travellers for each month. Prices change daily; the link opens live search results for that date. Weather: average temperature and total rainfall for that month last year.

MonthLowest fareAirlineStopsIstanbul weather
October 2026 278 USD Pobeda 1 stop 16°C · 142 mm Search →
November 2026 199 USD 2S direct 15°C · 47 mm Search →
December 2026 200 USD 2S direct 9°C · 86 mm Search →
January 2027 210 USD 2S direct 8°C · 86 mm Search →
February 2027 178 USD 2S direct 4°C · 87 mm Search →
March 2027 254 USD 2S direct 11°C · 37 mm Search →
April 2027 319 USD Pegasus Airlines direct 11°C · 50 mm Search →
May 2027 286 USD Pegasus Airlines direct 18°C · 60 mm Search →
June 2027 356 USD VF direct 23°C · 2 mm Search →
August 2027 394 USD Pegasus Airlines direct 25°C · 5 mm Search →
September 2027 254 USD Turkish Airlines direct 21°C · 29 mm Search →
October 2027 258 USD Turkish Airlines direct 16°C · 142 mm Search →

Cheapest tickets found recently

No Turkish Airlines fares were found in the last 48 hours; these are the lowest prices on the route with the carrier shown on each card.

About Turkish Airlines flights from Saint Petersburg to Istanbul

Turkish Airlines operates flights from Saint Petersburg's Pulkovo Airport (LED) to Istanbul New Airport (IST), covering a distance of 2,106 kilometres. The route is usually non-stop, with a typical flight time of 4 hours. This connection serves business and leisure travellers between Russia's cultural capital and Turkey's largest city.

For the best fares, consider booking in December. Turkish Airlines allows cabin bags up to 8 kg and 55×40×23 cm. Checked baggage is not included in economy fares; if needed, a single bag up to 23 kg can be purchased separately. Online check-in opens 24 hours before departure and closes 90 minutes prior to flight time.

Airports on this route

DeparturePulkovo Airport (LED)
ArrivalIstanbul New Airport (IST)
Flight time3 h 55 min
Distance2106 km
Quick answer

Turkish Airlines cabin bag: 1 piece, 8 kg (18 lb), 55 × 40 × 23 cm (22 × 16 × 9 in). Checked bag in Economy: not included in the basic fare.

ItemAllowanceDetails
Cabin bag 1 piece · 8 kg (18 lb) 55 × 40 × 23 cm (22 × 16 × 9 in)
Personal item included 40 × 30 × 15 cm (16 × 12 × 6 in)
Checked baggage - Economy 1 piece · 23 kg (51 lb) paid option
Checked baggage - Business 1 piece · 32 kg (71 lb) included in the fare
Extra bagfrom 100 USDcheaper when added online in advance
Overweight feefrom 5 USDper bag above the allowance

Basic Economy allowance on most routes; premium fares and some destinations get more. Weights are shown in kilograms with pounds in brackets, sizes in centimetres with inches in brackets. Always confirm on the official website before travelling.

Quick answer

Turkish Airlines online check-in opens 24 h before departure and closes 1 h 30 min before departure. Online check-in is free.

Online check-in opens24 h before departure
Online check-in closes1 h 30 min before departure
Airport counters close45 min before departure
Check-in feeonline check-in is free
Boarding passmobile boarding pass, print at home
Mobile app check-inavailable

Times apply to most routes; long-haul, US and some airport-specific deadlines differ. Confirm on the official website before travelling.

Frequently asked questions

How long does the flight from Saint Petersburg to Istanbul take?
The typical flight time is 4 hours on the non-stop route operated by Turkish Airlines between Pulkovo Airport (LED) and Istanbul New Airport (IST).
Which airports do Turkish Airlines use for this route?
Flights depart from Pulkovo Airport (LED) in Saint Petersburg and arrive at Istanbul New Airport (IST).
What is the baggage allowance on Turkish Airlines flights to Istanbul?
Cabin baggage up to 8 kg and 55×40×23 cm is included. Checked baggage is not included in economy fares; a single checked bag up to 23 kg is available as an extra charge.
When can I check in online for Turkish Airlines flights?
Online check-in opens 24 hours before departure and closes 90 minutes before the flight departs.

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