Georgian Airways resumed regular operations on the route between St. Petersburg, Russia, and Tbilisi, Georgia. The move was confirmed by TASS, citing the press service of Northern Capital Gateway LLC, the management company overseeing Pulkovo Airport. The restart marks a notable expansion in seasonal travel links between Russia and Georgia, reflecting growing demand for both business and leisure trips during the summer period.
The airline expressed optimism about the summer schedule, noting that demand appears solid and signaling a willingness to offer daily services if market conditions stay favorable. Company officials indicated that flights would operate from St. Petersburg to Tbilisi twice weekly, with departures on Wednesdays and Sundays, aboard Boeing 737 aircraft. This schedule aligns with traveler preferences for midweek and weekend travel, providing convenient options for tourism, family visits, and international connections.
Georgian Airways’ return flight into Tbilisi marked the airline’s first service to St. Petersburg since 2019, with a late-night operation recorded on the airport’s displays. The journey underscores the carrier’s broader strategy to reintroduce previously served destinations and to rebuild a robust network that supports regional mobility and cultural exchange.
In related remarks from May, Tamaz Gaiashvili, a founder of Georgian Airways, highlighted ongoing plans to open transit routes through Tbilisi to Europe, enabling Russian travelers to access a wider European network via Georgia. The initiative aims to provide streamlined connections for passengers traveling beyond Georgia, while also expanding Georgia’s role as an international transit hub.
Looking ahead, announcements during the autumn period indicated that additional flights from St. Petersburg’s Pulkovo Airport to destinations around the region could be launched, aligning with seasonal travel demand and the gradual recovery of cross-border travel. The broader aviation landscape in the region continues to adapt as carriers revisit their schedules and assess new opportunities for direct and transit flights to popular destinations.
Meanwhile, regional carriers have explored new routes and partnerships, with recent examples including direct links from other Russian cities to Southeast Asia, illustrating a trend toward diversified itineraries that connect the Baltic, Black Sea, and wider European markets. Industry observers note that geopolitical and economic factors will continue to shape flight planning, but the appetite for international air travel remains resilient among travelers who value convenience and speed when visiting friends, family, or business partners across borders. (Source attribution)