Direct (nonstop) flights from Sharm el Sheikh to Saint Petersburg

4 airlines fly nonstop from Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH) to Pulkovo Airport (LED). It's 2,205 miles (3,549 km), about 5h 50m in the air. Operated by Nesma Airlines, Air Cairo, Aeroflot and others.

SSH
Sharm El Sheikh Airport
🇪🇬 Sharm el Sheikh, Egypt
LED
Pulkovo Airport
🇷🇺 Saint Petersburg, Russia
Flight Time
5h 50m
Distance
2,205 mi
3,549 km
CO₂/pax
373 kg
−31 kg vs. layover
Airlines
4
Nesma Airlines +3
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by Nesma Airlines Nesma Airlines Air Cairo Air Cairo Aeroflot Aeroflot AlMasria AlMasria

Route data last updated: May 28, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Nesma Airlines NE Nesma Airlines
Route
SSH → LED
Flight Time
5h 50m
Distance
2,205 mi
Air Cairo SM Air Cairo
Route
SSH → LED
Flight Time
5h 50m
Distance
2,205 mi
Aeroflot SU Aeroflot
Route
SSH → LED
Flight Time
5h 50m
Distance
2,205 mi
AlMasria UJ AlMasria
Route
SSH → LED
Flight Time
5h 50m
Distance
2,205 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Sharm el Sheikh to Saint Petersburg with one stop · direct emits 373 kg CO₂ per passenger

SSH SAW (Istanbul) LED
Leg 1: 2h 40m (936 mi) Leg 2: 3h 50m (1,306 mi) Total: ~6h 30m 🍃 404 kg CO₂ (+8% vs. direct)
Leg 1
SSH → SAW
2h 40m · 936 mi
View SSH to SAW flights →
Leg 2
SAW → LED
3h 50m · 1,306 mi
View SAW to LED flights →
SSH IST (Istanbul) LED
Leg 1: 2h 50m (969 mi) Leg 2: 3h 45m (1,283 mi) Total: ~6h 35m 🍃 406 kg CO₂ (+9% vs. direct)
Leg 1
SSH → IST
2h 50m · 969 mi
View SSH to IST flights →
Leg 2
IST → LED
3h 45m · 1,283 mi
View IST to LED flights →
SSH VOG (Volgograd) LED
Leg 1: 4h (1,531 mi) Leg 2: 2h 35m (946 mi) Total: ~6h 35m 🍃 444 kg CO₂ (+19% vs. direct)
Leg 1
SSH → VOG
4h · 1,531 mi
View SSH to VOG flights →
Leg 2
VOG → LED
2h 35m · 946 mi
View VOG to LED flights →
SSH EVN (Yerevan) LED
Leg 1: 2h 55m (1,015 mi) Leg 2: 4h (1,489 mi) Total: ~6h 55m 🍃 448 kg CO₂ (+20% vs. direct)
Leg 1
SSH → EVN
2h 55m · 1,015 mi
View SSH to EVN flights →
Leg 2
EVN → LED
4h · 1,489 mi
View EVN to LED flights →
SSH KGD (Kaliningrad) LED
Leg 1: 5h 5m (1,982 mi) Leg 2: 1h 55m (496 mi) Total: ~7h 🍃 452 kg CO₂ (+21% vs. direct)
Leg 1
SSH → KGD
5h 5m · 1,982 mi
View SSH to KGD flights →
Leg 2
KGD → LED
1h 55m · 496 mi
View KGD to LED flights →

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Sharm el Sheikh to Saint Petersburg?

A nonstop flight from Sharm el Sheikh (SSH) to Saint Petersburg (LED) takes approximately 5 hours and 50 minutes. The distance is 2,205 miles (3,549 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Sharm el Sheikh to Saint Petersburg?

4 airlines: Nesma Airlines, Air Cairo, Aeroflot, AlMasria.

Is there a nonstop flight from Sharm el Sheikh to Saint Petersburg?

Yes. 4 airlines: Nesma Airlines, Air Cairo, Aeroflot, AlMasria.

How far is Sharm el Sheikh from Saint Petersburg?

The flight distance from Sharm el Sheikh to Saint Petersburg is 2,205 miles (3,549 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as New York to Los Angeles.

What type of aircraft flies from Sharm el Sheikh to Saint Petersburg?

At 5h 50m, 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 Egypt 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 Sharm el Sheikh to Saint Petersburg?

Roughly 373 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 1,865 km.

Is the return flight from Saint Petersburg to Sharm el Sheikh 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 Sharm el Sheikh 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 Sharm El Sheikh Airport for this flight?

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