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Traveling Through SVO — Sheremetyevo International Airport

Sheremetyevo International Airport serves 6 terminals, 6 airlines. Everything you need to know before you fly — terminals, transit, tips, and more.

40M passengers/year (2017) · Updated March 2026


📋 Key Facts for Your Trip

Essential info before you fly through SVO

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Terminals
6 terminals (Terminal A, Terminal B, Terminal C, Terminal D, Terminal E, Terminal F)
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Domestic Check-in
2 hours before departure, closes 40 minutes before scheduled departure.
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International Check-in
3 hours before departure, closes 40 minutes before scheduled departure.
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WiFi
Free, high-speed Wi-Fi is accessible throughout all terminals. Phone verification may be required.
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Power Outlets
Phone charging stations are available in various terminals and floors. SVO offers ground station areas with charging outlets.
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Annual Passengers
40M passengers/year (2017)

✈️ Airlines at SVO

Terminal assignments — always confirm with your airline before travel

Airline Terminal(s)
Aeroflot Confirm with airline
Rossiya Airlines Confirm with airline
Pobeda Confirm with airline
Nordwind Airlines Confirm with airline
Ikar Confirm with airline
Smartavia Confirm with airline

🚗 Getting To & From SVO

Ground transportation options for Moscow

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Rail / Train

Aeroexpress line between Sheremetyevo and Savyolovsky Railway Station, reducing travel time to central Moscow to 30 minutes.

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Bus / Shuttle

Express Bus by Aeroexpress: 450 ₽ one-way, 750 ₽ round-trip. Journey time 35-40 minutes, frequency every 30 minutes. Also regular bus routes with fares around 60-250 ₽, taking about 1 hour 6 minutes to Moscow Central Bus Station.

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Rideshare

Yandex Go (Uber equivalent) and Uber are available. Yandex Go has taxi stands in each terminal.

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Taxi

Approximately 1250 ₽ to Moscow city center, including standard-size luggage. Fares can vary from 20 to 200 Euro depending on driver and negotiation if not using an app. Booking via Yandex Go is recommended.

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Parking

P13 Parking (across from Terminal B): 100 ₽ per hour or 700 ₽ per day. P17 Parking: 250 ₽ per day. · Covered Parking EF: 500 ₽/day. Parking at Terminals B, C, D: First 15 mins free, then 100 ₽ per hour. Daily maximums vary by lot.

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Rental Cars

Several car rental companies are available at SVO, including Avis, Hertz, Europcar, Budget, Sixt, Keddy By Europcar, Enterprise, and Dollar.


🍽️ Inside SVO

Food, lounges, and shopping at Sheremetyevo International Airport

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Food & Dining

Before security: Over 80 options for food and drink, including cafes (Bread&Salt, Cafe bar, Caffeine, Caffeteria Piu), restaurants (Avocado Queen, Coffeemania), bars (AmBar, Beer House), and fast food. Options are available both landside and airside in all terminals. · After security: Over 80 options for food and drink, including cafes (Bread&Salt, Cafe bar, Caffeine, Caffeteria Piu), restaurants (Avocado Queen, Coffeemania), bars (AmBar, Beer House), and fast food. Options are available both landside and airside in all terminals.

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Lounges

Rublev Lounge (Terminal B, 3rd floor, domestic departures)Kandinsky Lounge (Terminal B, 2nd floor, domestic departures)Chagall Lounge (Terminal C, 3rd floor, international departures)Matryoshka Business lounge (Terminal D, 3rd floor, domestic flights area, in front of gate No. 17, 3500 ₽ access fee)VIP lounges (available, check www.svovip.ru for details)

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Shopping

Duty-Free shops offer a wide range of products including perfumery, cosmetics, alcohol, tobacco, confectionery, travel retail goods, toys, souvenirs, clothing, accessories, watches & jewelry. The "Heinemann & Me" customer loyalty program is also available.


💡 Frequent Traveler Tips for SVO

Insider knowledge to make your time at Sheremetyevo International Airport smoother

  • 1 Allow ample time for immigration, traffic, and security checks as they can be unpredictable.
  • 2 Distances in Moscow are larger than they appear on a map.
  • 3 Use Aeroexpress for quick transfer to the city center (every half hour).
  • 4 Use official taxi services or ride-hailing apps like Yandex Go to avoid scam taxis.
  • 5 Many cafes have electrical outlets, and the entire airport has decent Wi-Fi.

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Frequently Asked Questions — SVO

How many terminals does SVO (Sheremetyevo International Airport) have?

Sheremetyevo International Airport has 6 terminals: Terminal A, Terminal B, Terminal C, Terminal D, Terminal E, Terminal F. Always confirm your terminal with your airline before travel, as assignments can change.

Does SVO have free WiFi?

Free, high-speed Wi-Fi is accessible throughout all terminals. Phone verification may be required.. For real-time connectivity updates and to stay on top of gate changes, download TripTrack — it tracks your flight automatically.

How early should I arrive at SVO?

For domestic flights, check-in closes 2 hours before departure, closes 40 minutes before scheduled departure.. For international flights, check-in closes 3 hours before departure, closes 40 minutes before scheduled departure.. As a general rule, arrive at least 2 hours before domestic flights and 3 hours before international flights to allow time for check-in, security, and reaching your gate.

What airlines fly from SVO?

Sheremetyevo International Airport is served by 6 airlines, including Aeroflot, Rossiya Airlines, Pobeda, Nordwind Airlines, Ikar and 1 more. See the full airline and terminal list above.

How do I get from SVO to Moscow?

Ground transportation options from Sheremetyevo International Airport include rail/train (Aeroexpress line between Sheremetyevo and Savyolovsky Railway Station, reducing travel time to central Moscow to 30 minutes.), bus/shuttle service, rideshare apps, taxi. See the Getting To & From section above for details.

Is there parking at SVO?

Yes, Sheremetyevo International Airport offers parking options. P13 Parking (across from Terminal B): 100 ₽ per hour or 700 ₽ per day. P17 Parking: 250 ₽ per day. Covered Parking EF: 500 ₽/day. Parking at Terminals B, C, D: First 15 mins free, then 100 ₽ per hour. Daily maximums vary by lot. Rates and availability change — check the airport website for current pricing.

How can I track my flight from SVO in real time?

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