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From January to November 2025, the airline transported approximately 1,600,000 passengers from the Northern Capital airport, increasing the figure for the same period last year by more than 20%.

"Currently, our schedule from Pulkovo consists of 18 scheduled destinations. Over the course of the year, flight frequencies increased on a number of routes, such as St. Petersburg – Tyumen, St. Petersburg – Kaliningrad, and St. Petersburg – Ufa. It's worth noting that during the high-demand period (May to August), Nordwind, for the first time in the airport's history, began operating flights from Omsk to St. Petersburg on a wide-body Airbus A330 aircraft with a capacity of up to 365 seats, providing a 28% increase in seat capacity compared to the same period in 2024. We also continue to actively use Pulkovo as a transfer hub from Siberian cities, such as Kaliningrad," commented Anton Mattis, Deputy General Director of the airline.

Among the most popular destinations in 2025 from Pulkovo are Kazan, Kaliningrad, and Ufa.

"Nordwind remains one of Pulkovo's key partners and demonstrates steady growth on domestic routes. By the end of 2025, the airline carried over 1.6 million passengers through our airport, with Kazan becoming the most popular destination, with over 400,000 passengers. In the spring/summer 2025 season, the airline increased flight frequency to its most popular destinations and resumed direct flights to Gorno-Altaysk and Makhachkala. This allows Pulkovo to offer passengers more convenient routes and flight options, which helps improve transport accessibility and strengthen connections between regions," said Anna Marinushkina, Head of Key Partner Relations at Pulkovo Airport.

Nordwind Airlines is one of Russia's largest airlines by passenger turnover and boasts an extensive network of scheduled flights across the country. Its hubs are Sheremetyevo, Pulkovo, Sochi, Kazan, and Makhachkala. With flexible ticket prices, convenient flight schedules, and loyalty program bonuses, flying with us is a great way to start your trip, whether you're a business traveler or just want to enjoy your planned vacation.

Nordwind Airlines: – was awarded the Skytrax World Airline Award in the category "Best Russian Carrier for Resort Destinations 2021." – strengthened its position as the favorite at the Skyway Service Award 2022, winning the nomination "Best Airline in the International Tourist Charter Transportation Category." – was recognized as the winner in the nomination "Best Interregional Air Carrier for Domestic Tourism Development" at the Russian Business Travel Awards in 2023 and 2024.

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It's time for warm meetings!

During the New Year holidays, flights will increase. From December 15, 2025, to January 14, 2026, Nordwind Airlines, in conjunction with Ikar Airlines, will introduce the following scheduled flights:

In addition, during the winter holidays, the carrier plans to increase the frequency of flights on the current winter schedule on the following routes:

The current schedule and ticket booking are available on our website and at the ticket offices in your city.

Nordwind Airlines is one of Russia's largest airlines by passenger turnover and boasts an extensive network of scheduled flights across the country. Its hubs are Sheremetyevo, Pulkovo, Sochi, Kazan, and Makhachkala. With flexible ticket prices, convenient flight schedules, and loyalty program bonuses, flying with us is a great way to start your trip, whether you're a business traveler or just want to enjoy your planned vacation.

Nordwind Airlines: – was awarded the Skytrax World Airline Award in the category "Best Russian Carrier for Resort Destinations 2021." – strengthened its position as the favorite at the Skyway Service Award 2022, winning the nomination "Best Airline in the International Tourist Charter Transportation Category." – was recognized as the winner in the nomination "Best Interregional Air Carrier for Domestic Tourism Development" at the Russian Business Travel Awards in 2023 and 2024.

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Nordwind Airlines is launching direct flights from Kazan to Istanbul. Flights will begin operating three times a week on January 26, 2026, using Boeing 737-800 aircraft with a capacity of 189 seats.

Istanbul will become Nordwind Airlines' 25th destination from Kazan in the current schedule, expanding travel options for residents of the region.

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Istanbul remains one of the world's major hubs, offering customers ample options for onward travel.

Passengers also have access to Nordwind Airlines transfer flights to Istanbul from Barnaul, Bishkek, Dushanbe, Irkutsk, Kemerovo, Tomsk, and Khujand, with convenient connections in the capital of the Republic of Tatarstan.

Ticket booking is available at website airlines and at the ticket offices of your city.

Nordwind Airlines is one of Russia's largest airlines by passenger turnover and boasts an extensive network of scheduled flights across the country. Its hubs are Sheremetyevo, Pulkovo, Sochi, Kazan, and Makhachkala. With flexible ticket prices, convenient flight schedules, and loyalty program bonuses, flying with us is a great way to start your trip, whether you're a business traveler or just want to enjoy your planned vacation.

Nordwind Airlines: – was awarded the Skytrax World Airline Award in the category "Best Russian Carrier for Resort Destinations 2021." – strengthened its position as the favorite at the Skyway Service Award 2022, winning the nomination "Best Airline in the International Tourist Charter Transportation Category." – was recognized as the winner in the nomination "Best Interregional Air Carrier for Domestic Tourism Development" at the Russian Business Travel Awards in 2023 and 2024.

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On November 23, the 80th anniversary of Sochi Airport, a festive atmosphere permeated the airport terminal. The base carrier, Nordwind Airlines, reached a unique milestone, serving 10 million passengers since the start of flights from Sochi.

The milestone passenger, Aigul Shakirova, checked in for flight N4-411 from Sochi to Kazan and received a certificate for a free roundtrip flight to any Russian destination on the airline's route network.

To celebrate the occasion, a concert by accordionist Igor Ayusheev, who became a social media star after his popular video at Sochi Airport, was held for all passengers at the airport terminal. He performed familiar accordion compositions and delighted the audience with his music.

The terminal also featured interactive locations where anyone could participate in a lottery and receive a gift from the airport, as well as take a souvenir photo.

"As the base carrier of Sochi International Airport, today we proudly celebrate carrying Nordwind Airlines' 10 millionth passenger from the country's largest resort airport. Our first flight to Sochi was in July 2012, and our 2025 flight schedule now includes 30 destinations, 27 of which are year-round. Also, on November 23, Sochi Airport celebrated its 80th anniversary, and we wholeheartedly congratulate our long-standing partner. We express our sincere gratitude for their professional approach and reliable cooperation. We wish the airport stable passenger traffic growth, continued success, and prosperity," commented Anton Mattis, Deputy General Director of Nordwind Airlines.

"On this significant day, we thank all passengers for their trust and choosing our airport, and we congratulate Nordwind Airlines on reaching this significant milestone. We highly value our established partnership and are confident that our fruitful collaboration will allow us to expand our route network, offering passengers more travel options within Russia and abroad. 80 years is just the beginning, and new achievements and discoveries lie ahead," noted Alexey Komarov, Director and Managing Director of Sochi Airport.

Nordwind Airlines (www.nordwindairlines.ru) is one of Russia's largest airlines by passenger turnover and boasts an extensive network of scheduled flights across the country. Its base airports are Sheremetyevo, Pulkovo, Sochi, Kazan, and Makhachkala. With flexible ticket prices, convenient flight schedules, and loyalty program bonuses, flying with us is a great way to start your trip, whether you're a business traveler or just want to enjoy your planned vacation.

Sochi International Airport named after V.I. Sevastyanov (www.aer.aero) was founded in 1945 and is managed by Aerodinamika, one of Russia's largest airport holding companies. The airport serves the country's main resort, welcoming participants in the country's most important economic, sporting, political, and cultural events. Since 2020, Sochi Airport has consistently ranked among the top 5 airports in Russia by passenger traffic, handling over 13 million passengers annually. Since 2022, it has been Russia's main southern international air hub. Flights are operated to both domestic and international destinations. The airport receives professional recognition and awards annually. In 2022, the airport received a 4-star rating according to a study by Skytrax, the world's largest consulting company. It has also won multiple awards in the "Best Airport in Russia" category at the national "Air Gateway of Russia" awards.

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This fall, Nordwind Airlines' schedule will be expanded with a direct scheduled flight from Kazan to Krasnodar. Flights are operated three times a week on a comfortable Airbus A321 aircraft with 220 seats.

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"During the winter season, Krasnodar becomes the 24th destination on our flight program from Kazan. The route is popular – the first flights from Kazan to Krasnodar and back have achieved high commercial occupancy rates. Moreover, approximately 30% of passengers are transfer passengers – flights to the Krasnodar region are now available from Irkutsk, Krasnoyarsk, Barnaul, Novokuznetsk, Surgut, Tomsk, Bishkek, and Dushanbe with a transfer in Kazan," commented Anton Mattis, Deputy General Director of Nordwind.

"We are pleased to resume Nordwind flights from Krasnodar Airport to Kazan. We are confident that this flight will be popular not only with residents of southern Russia but also with those in the Volga Federal District. Nordwind's extensive route network will allow residents of Siberian cities to easily transit through Kazan to Krasnodar," said Alexander Nikonov, Deputy General Director for Commercial Operations at Aerodinamika Airport Holding.

Ticket booking is available at website airlines and at the ticket offices of your city.

Nordwind Airlines is one of Russia's largest airlines by passenger turnover and boasts an extensive network of scheduled flights across the country. Its hubs are Sheremetyevo, Pulkovo, Sochi, Kazan, and Makhachkala. With flexible ticket prices, convenient flight schedules, and loyalty program bonuses, flying with us is a great way to start your trip, whether you're a business traveler or just want to enjoy your planned vacation.

Nordwind Airlines: – was awarded the Skytrax World Airline Award in the category "Best Russian Carrier for Resort Destinations 2021." – strengthened its position as the favorite at the Skyway Service Award 2022, winning the nomination "Best Airline in the International Tourist Charter Transportation Category." – was recognized as the winner in the nomination "Best Interregional Air Carrier for Domestic Tourism Development" at the Russian Business Travel Awards in 2023 and 2024.

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Nordwind Airlines is launching a pilot partnership to expand opportunities for its frequent flyer program members. Visitors to Domina Pulkovo can now earn miles for their stays at the St. Petersburg hotel complex. For every 100 rubles spent, 1 mile is credited to the Nordwind Club member's account.

The airline's loyalty program allows you to use bonus miles to purchase airline tickets from Nordwind Airlines and its partner airline, Ikar*.

To accrue miles, the passenger must indicate the Nordwind Club card number in the appropriate field or comments when booking accommodation online. website Domina Pulkovo, or present your Nordwind Club loyalty card and identification document when paying immediately before checking into the hotel.

Conditions:

Room reservations must be made on the official Domina Pulkovo website. Miles are awarded only for stays at the Domina Pulkovo hotel made before the 20th of the month following the month of departure. When two or more Nordwind Club members stay in the same room, miles are awarded to the card of only one member. Miles are not awarded for additional hotel services.

Details are available on the carrier’s website.

Interested in becoming a Nordwind Club partner? Contact us at partners@nordwindairlines.ru

See you on Nordwind Airlines flights!

The Domina Pulkovo complex is located 15 minutes from Pulkovo Airport and the ExpoForum Convention and Exhibition Centre and includes 253 5-star hotel rooms and 479 4-star apartments, a cozy spa complex, a European-style restaurant, and a spacious conference area. A park is just two minutes away, and the palaces and parks of Pushkin, Pavlovsk, and Peterhof are a half-hour drive away. Whether you're planning a short trip or an extended stay, Domina Pulkovo is the ideal location for both leisure and business travel.

Nordwind Airlines is one of Russia's largest airlines by passenger turnover and boasts an extensive network of scheduled flights across the country. Its hubs are Sheremetyevo, Pulkovo, Sochi, Kazan, and Makhachkala. With flexible airfares, convenient flight schedules, and loyalty program bonuses, flying with us is a great way to start your trip, whether you're a business traveler or just want to enjoy your planned vacation.

*Nordwind Airlines operates flights jointly with Ikar Airlines under a codeshare agreement.

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Starting October 27, Nordwind Airlines, in partnership with Ikar Airlines, expanded its winter flight schedule with direct scheduled flights from Kazan to Surgut. Flights are operated twice weekly on comfortable Embraer 190 aircraft with 110 seats.

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"Surgut becomes the 23rd destination in our winter schedule served from Kazan International Airport. We're already seeing strong occupancy rates, demonstrating the route's popularity. I'd like to point out that thanks to Nordwind's established connection model at our base airport in Kazan, passengers can now fly from Surgut to St. Petersburg, Volgograd, Astrakhan, Sochi, Ufa, Mineralnye Vody, and Krasnodar with a transfer in the capital of Tatarstan," commented Anton Mattis, Deputy General Director of Nordwind.

Passengers can also fly direct with Nordwind Airlines from the capital of the Republic of Tatarstan to Moscow, St. Petersburg, Sochi, Mineralnye Vody, Makhachkala, Krasnodar (from November), Astrakhan, Kaliningrad, Murmansk, Krasnoyarsk, Irkutsk, Tomsk, Novokuznetsk, Kemerovo, Barnaul, Omsk, Ufa, Volgograd, Dushanbe, Khujand, Bokhtar (Republic of Tajikistan), and Bishkek (Republic of Kyrgyzstan).

In turn, regular airline flights from Surgut can take you to the resort town of Sochi.

The current schedule and ticket booking are available on website airlines and at the ticket offices of your city.

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Dear passengers!

Attention!

In the event of failure to declare goods for personal use imported into Russia, if their value and/or weight exceeds the duty-free import standards, all goods (including those that meet the duty-free import standards) are considered to be objects of an administrative offense in accordance with Part l of Article 16.2 of the Code of Administrative Offenses of the Russian Federation, and are therefore subject to forced gratuitous transfer to federal ownership in the event of the imposition of an administrative penalty in the form of confiscation (Article 3.7, Part l of Article 16.2, Part l of Article 27.10 of the Code of Administrative Offenses of the Russian Federation).

Travel information, rules for the movement of goods, standards for duty-free import of goods by individuals, and other useful information are posted on the official website of the Federal Customs Service. website.

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Nordwind Airlines' winter schedule is complemented by regular flights from Tyumen to the Republic of Tajikistan. These flights will be operated on comfortable Boeing 737-800 aircraft with 189 passenger seats, according to the following schedule:

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Passengers can also take transfer flights from St. Petersburg to Dushanbe and Khujand with a transfer at Tyumen Airport.

In addition to scheduled flights to new destinations, the airline offers flights from Tyumen to Bishkek and Osh (Kyrgyz Republic).

Ticket booking is available on the airline's website and at ticket offices in your city.

Nordwind Airlines is one of Russia's largest airlines by passenger turnover and boasts an extensive network of scheduled flights across the country. Its hubs are Sheremetyevo, Pulkovo, Sochi, Kazan, and Makhachkala. With flexible ticket prices, convenient flight schedules, and loyalty program bonuses, flying with us is a great way to start your trip, whether you're a business traveler or just want to enjoy your planned vacation.

Nordwind Airlines: – was awarded the Skytrax World Airline Award in the category "Best Russian Carrier for Resort Destinations 2021." – strengthened its position as the favorite at the Skyway Service Award 2022, winning the nomination "Best Airline in the International Tourist Charter Transportation Category." – was recognized as the winner in the nomination "Best Interregional Air Carrier for Domestic Tourism Development" at the Russian Business Travel Awards in 2023 and 2024.

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Dear passengers!

We inform you that new requirements of the "Procedure for Exiting the Russian Federation and Entering the Russian Federation" will come into force on January 20, 2026. These requirements exclude birth certificates from the list of documents valid for crossing the state border of the Russian Federation by citizens of the Russian Federation under 14 years of age (for example, those traveling to the Republic of Abkhazia, the Republic of Belarus, the Republic of Kazakhstan, the Kyrgyz Republic, and the Republic of South Ossetia).

Basis: Federal Law No. 257-FZ of July 23, 2025 "On Amendments to Articles 9 and 30 of the Law of the Russian Federation "On the State Border of the Russian Federation." Federal Law "On the Procedure for Leaving the Russian Federation and Entering the Russian Federation."

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