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First Flight from St. Petersburg to Gelendzhik Airport Met with Enthusiastic Reception
The skies over southern Russia were abuzz on August 3, 2025, as the inaugural flight from St. Petersburg to Gelendzhik Airport took off from Pulkovo Airport and landed at the newly reopened airport in Gelendzhik.
The long-awaited flight, which marked the resumption of regular passenger service at Gelendzhik Airport after a suspension since early 2022, was met with positive and enthusiastic reactions from passengers. The excitement was palpable, with some passengers even receiving special gifts such as free future flights to celebrate the occasion.
The reopening of Gelendzhik Airport brought significant attention, with initial flights quickly selling out soon after ticket sales began. The governor of Krasnodar Territory expressed optimism, stating that the airport is expected to at least double its passenger traffic in 2026, indicating strong regional and tourism growth prospects following the restoration of air service.
The reopening of Gelendzhik Airport has contributed to a 30-40% surge in tourism to the region. The launching of flights by multiple Russian airlines and confirmed good hotel availability in the area have made the region's resorts more popular than ever. The first flights from other cities, such as Moscow, have also generated positive feedback and created notable excitement among tourists.
As the first flight from St. Petersburg touched down in Gelendzhik, passengers shared their emotions, expressing delight and gratitude for the convenience and symbolic significance of the flight. The reopening of Gelendzhik Airport is not just a milestone for the city, but for the entire region, as it opens up new opportunities for travel and tourism.
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