Moscow airports are located at a distance from each other, forming a semicircle around the city. It is very convenient for residents and guests of the capital. Modern people value their time, and in order to get from one point to another faster, many resort to the services of transport airlines.
Moscow airports. Names of the largest
When aeronautics was just beginning to emerge, in 1910 the first airfield appeared in Moscow. Now there are airports in the capital, where international communication is well-functioning. These are Vnukovo and Ostafyevo. Muscovites and visitors also use the services of major airports in the Moscow region: Domodedovo, Chkalovsky, Sheremetyevo.
The main airports of the Moscow region are the three largest: Sheremetyevo, Domodedovo, Vnukovo. Most of the domestic and foreign flights are served by them. These points are distinguished by a developed infrastructure. Moscow airports provide passengers with modern catering facilities of any class and level, waiting rooms,communications, rest rooms, shops, parking lots, hotels. Service here corresponds to European quality. Passengers with disabilities are under the care of special services.
Sheremetyevo
When going on a trip, everyone tries to choose a route in advance, serving a travel and transport company. What are the most popular Moscow airports among tourists? The list opens Sheremetyevo. This airport terminal is considered one of the best in terms of quality of service in Europe. In terms of workload, it is included in the top 20 of the world. The airport is located in the north-west of the capital, Khimki district, 11 km from the Moscow Ring Road, 28 km from Moscow. The name comes from the settlement, which was located near the Savelovsky railway line. The surrounding estates belonged to Count Sheremetyev until 1917.
In 1953, the first runway was commissioned, which was then repeatedly repaired. Today it is 60 meters wide and 3550 meters long. The second runway was completed in 1976. After the reconstruction in 2008, its width was 60 meters, and its length was 3700. The airport was able to receive such powerful liners as the Dream liner B-787 and Airbus-380.
In 1959, Khrushchev, returning from London, was delighted with the beauty of Heathrow. Landing at the new Air Force airport, the head started talking about the need to create a similar airport on this site. This was taken as a decree. Already in 1957, Sheremetyevo Airport was organized here. In August fromLeningrad, the TU-134 passenger aircraft has already been accepted. In 1960, the aerocomplex received the status of an international one. In the 70s, about a million passengers were served here annually. The airport was considered the largest in the country. In 1985, this figure had already risen to 3.5 million people a year. The complex was constantly updated, new terminals were built.
At the beginning of the 21st century, it was decided to connect the Belarusian railway station with the airport, which provided greater capacity. In 2008, Aeroexpress was launched from Savelovsky Station, which made it possible to get to the airport in just 35 minutes. Sheremetyevo is now planning to build a third VZP, as a result of which the annual passenger flow will increase to 64 million people a year.
Domodedovo
Listing the Moscow airports, it is worth noting one of the largest - the Domodedovo airport terminal. It is included in the top 20 world in terms of congestion. In terms of passenger traffic in Russia, it is in the forefront. Works in 240 directions with 80 companies. Geographically located in the southeast, 45 km from the capital and 22 km from the Moscow Ring Road. The official birthday of the airport is considered to be the day of completion of its construction - April 7, 1962. Since 1963, cargo, mail, training flights have been made from here.
The first passenger flight was made in 1964 to Sverdlovsk. In 1966, a regular passenger service was established. Domodedovo Airport received international status in 1992. In 1997, the annual passenger traffic increased to 4.5 million people. In 2000made a complete reconstruction of the airport terminal. From 2004 to 2008, the passenger terminal was expanded. In 2011, the Domodedovo airport complex was recognized as the best in Eastern Europe.
Vnukovo
Vnukovo Airport is included in the list of "The largest Moscow airports". It is the closest to the city, 10 km from the Moscow Ring Road, 28 km southwest of the center. Its advantage is that it is located 205 meters above sea level. This gives an advantage when landing in bad weather. With fog and poor visibility, this terminal is in a winning position. Vnukovo has the status of an international airport and performs both cargo and passenger air transportation.
The airport has been operating since the Second World War, the main forces of Moscow aviation were based here. After the war, in 1945, the main civilian airport was moved here. From 1976 to 1980, passenger traffic amounted to 30 million people. Already in 2001, the airport received international status.
How to get there
The largest Moscow airports, whose addresses are known to everyone, are within easy transport accessibility for passengers. While traveling, many people experience some stress, fear of being late for planes and trains. As you know, in the modern capital at the present time there are many traffic jams in which you can stand for hours. That is why more and more people are resorting to the services of the subway. Underground, the airport can be reached in minutes.
- Sheremetyevo. The nearest metro station is "RiverStation". From there by minibus. Another option is the Belorusskaya metro station, Aeroexpress trains from Belorussky Station depart every half an hour. It takes 35 minutes to get there.
- Domodedovo. Metro "Domodedovo", from the station there is an express bus. Another option is the metro station "Paveletskaya", from the Paveletsky railway station you will be delivered by Aeroexpress in 1 hour 15 minutes.
- Vnukovo. Metro "Yugo-Zapadnaya", then buses and minibuses. Another option is the Kyiv railway station. Aeroexpress trains depart from here once an hour. You will spend an hour on the way.
