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In the past, all international flights arrived at Pulkovo-2, and the newer Pulkovo-1 was used for domestic services. However, things have changed since the whole airport was renovated for the tercentenary celebrations, so make sure to check exactly where you are arriving.
Both airports are to the South of the city, and connected to Moskovskaya Metro Station (on the blue line) by bus and marshrutka services. Bus 39 and Marshrutka K-39 run from Pulkovo-1, and take about 25 minutes to get to the metro (allow for more time in the morning rush hour, when the Pulkovskoe Highway becomes clogged with commuter traffic), and 13 and K-13 run from Pulkovo-2, taking a little less time. There is also a K-213 marshrutka that runs from Pulkovo-2 all the way to Sennaya Ploshad, right in the center of town. It's still probably quicker to use the metro, but it could be worth the extra time to take a look at the impressive Stalinist architecture that lines Moskovskiy Prospekt. You'll see the most famous attraction, the enormous Monument to the Defenders of Leningrad, from any of the buses as you enter the city. All services run roughly from 06.30 to 23.30, and cost around $1.
If your flight arrives outside those hours, or if you have a lot of luggage, you'll probably want to take a taxi. A taxi to the center should not cost more than $25, but be prepared to haggle or to order a car in advance from one of the taxi companies recommended on this site.
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