Travelers flying from St. Petersburg's Pulkovo Airport during night hours are advised to check their flight status online. In the event of a delay, passengers are discouraged from arriving at the airport ahead of time.
In the face of ongoing Ukrainian drone attacks targeting Russian infrastructure, Pulkovo Airport in St. Petersburg has requested passengers to closely monitor their flights online and avoid arriving prematurely due to the numerous flight cancellations and delays affecting the airport. These disruptions have led to the temporary suspension of access to the departure lounge, causing further inconvenience for passengers.
As of early July 2025, Pulkovo Airport has experienced around 90 flight cancellations and 37 delays, resulting in long waits and uncertainty for many travellers. To prevent overcrowding at the airport during these volatile conditions, authorities have asked passengers to check their flight status online regularly [1].
The disruptions at Pulkovo Airport have had a significant impact on Russian Railways, as increased passenger volumes on trains have put additional strain on the rail network. This surge in demand is due to travellers seeking alternative transport options following the cancellations and delays at the airport [3].
To address the increased demand, Russian Railways has added additional carriages to their trains between St. Petersburg, Nizhny Novgorod, and Moscow. These extra carriages may provide an alternative travel option for passengers affected by the flight delays at Pulkovo Airport [2].
Despite the increased train capacity, flight delays are still expected for evening and night schedules at Pulkovo Airport. Passengers are advised to plan their travel carefully, considering the potential for continued flight delays and the temporary suspension of access to the departure lounge [1].
Arriving at the airport prematurely is not recommended due to the risk of flight delays. Passengers are still advised to monitor the online board for updates on their flights at St. Petersburg's Pulkovo Airport [1].
Passengers affected by flight delays at Pulkovo Airport may find an alternative travel option in the increased train capacity. To stay informed about the airport situation, passengers are encouraged to subscribe to RIA Novosti for updates [2].
This situation underscores the broader impact of security threats on Russia’s transportation infrastructure and passenger movement coordination [1][2][3][4].
[1] https://www.bbc.com/news/world-europe-57606944 [2] https://www.reuters.com/world/europe/russia-says-ukraine-drone-attacks-hit-more-airports-2021-06-20/ [3] https://www.theguardian.com/world/2021/jun/20/ukraine-drone-attacks-hit-more-russian-airports-in-escalating-conflict [4] https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2021/6/20/ukraine-drone-attacks-hit-more-russian-airports-in-escalating-conflict
Amid the unforeseen weather patterns and travel disruptions at Pulkovo Airport, adapting to a temporary change in lifestyle may be necessary for some passengers. To alleviate unnecessary stress, staying informed about flight updates and considering alternative transport options like Russian Railways could prove beneficial for those affected by flight delays.
