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The IATA code for Pulkovo is LED.

Pulkovo (LED) in St Petersburg, Russian Federation. Terminal info, airlines, transport to city, and flight search on FareEagle.

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Q: How to reach St Petersburg Airport from the city?

Metro/Rail: Line 2 (Moscow-Petrograd Line) connects to Moskovskaya station. From Moskovskaya station, take bus 39 or minibus K39 to the airport. The metro operates from 5:30 AM to midnight, with trains every 2-3 minutes during peak hours. The metro fare is approximately 70 RUB. Travel time to the city center (Nevsky Prospekt) is about 30-40 minutes. Bus: Bus 39 and 39Э connect the airport to Moskovskaya metro station. Bus 39 operates from 5:30 AM to 12:30 AM every 20-30 minutes, fare is approximately 40 RUB. Express bus 39Э operates from 5:30 AM to 12:00 AM every 25-30 minutes, fare is approximately 40 RUB. Taxi/Cab: Yandex Taxi and Uber are available. A pre-paid taxi counter is located in the arrivals area. Approximate fare to the city center is 1500-2000 RUB. Distance: 23 km from Palace Square (city center), approximately 30 minutes without traffic, 60-90 minutes during peak hours.

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Pulkovskoye Shosse 41А, St Petersburg, 196140, Russian Federation

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ℹ️ About Pulkovo

Pulkovo Airport (LED) opened in 1932 and is operated by Northern Capital Gateway. In 2023, the airport served 20.4 million passengers.

It is the fourth busiest airport in Russia and serves as a hub for Rossiya Airlines. The airport is undergoing continuous modernization and expansion to increase capacity and improve passenger experience.

🏢 Terminals

Pulkovo Airport has one terminal, which is divided into separate areas for domestic and international flights. The terminal has 111 check-in counters, 10 baggage carousels, 110 elevators and 17 escalators.

There are 11 jet bridges and 8 bus gates for domestic flights and 14 jet bridges and 4 bus gates for international flights. The terminal area is 147,000 sq m.

The airport has a capacity of 18 million passengers per year. In 2015, a new north pier was opened, adding new gates and increasing capacity.

🚗 How to Reach St Petersburg Airport

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Metro/Rail

Line 2 (Moscow-Petrograd Line) connects to Moskovskaya station. From Moskovskaya station, take bus 39 or minibus K39 to the airport. The metro operates from 5:30 AM to midnight, with trains every 2-3 minutes during peak hours. The metro fare is approximately 70 RUB. Travel time to the city center (Nevsky Prospekt) is about 30-40 minutes.

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Bus

Bus 39 and 39Э connect the airport to Moskovskaya metro station. Bus 39 operates from 5:30 AM to 12:30 AM every 20-30 minutes, fare is approximately 40 RUB. Express bus 39Э operates from 5:30 AM to 12:00 AM every 25-30 minutes, fare is approximately 40 RUB.

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Taxi/Cab

Yandex Taxi and Uber are available. A pre-paid taxi counter is located in the arrivals area. Approximate fare to the city center is 1500-2000 RUB.

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Distance

23 km from Palace Square (city center), approximately 30 minutes without traffic, 60-90 minutes during peak hours.

🛎️ Airport Facilities

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Lounges

Business Lounge Pulkovo (domestic and international areas), accessible via Priority Pass, credit cards, or one-time entry fee. S7 Airlines Lounge (domestic).

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Food & Dining

Several cafes and restaurants including Burger King, Starbucks, and Шоколадница. Many are located in the departures area. Some 24-hour options are available.

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Shopping

Duty-free stores are available in the international departures area. Several shops selling souvenirs, books, and travel accessories are located throughout the terminal.

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Connectivity

Free WiFi is available. Select "LED Free Wi-Fi" network, no password required.

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Banking

ATMs are available throughout the terminal. Currency exchange counters are available in the arrivals and departures areas.

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Medical

A medical center is located on the 1st floor of the terminal, open 24/7.

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Other

Prayer room is located on the 3rd floor, open 24/7. Smoking zones are available outside the terminal.

🅿️ Parking

Short-term parking (P1, P2, P3) and long-term parking (P4) are available. Short-term parking rates start at 150 RUB per 30 minutes. Daily rates for short-term parking are around 1000-1200 RUB. Long-term parking rates are approximately 600-800 RUB per day. Pre-booking is available on the airport website.

💡 Tips for Travellers

Use the Aeroexpress bus (Bus 39Э) for a slightly faster and more comfortable ride to Moskovskaya metro station compared to the regular Bus

Download the Yandex Taxi app for potentially cheaper taxi fares than using the pre-paid taxi counter.

If traveling during peak season, pre-book parking online to guarantee a spot and potentially save money.

Take advantage of the free WiFi by the gate while waiting to board.

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