The largest Moscow airports

Moscow airports are located from each other at a remote distance, forming a semi-circle around the city. It is very convenient for residents and guests of the capital. Modern people value their time, and in order to get faster from one point to another, many resort to the services of transport companies.

Moscow airports. The names of the largest

When ballooning was just beginning to emerge, in 1910 the first airfield appeared in Moscow. Now in the capital there are airports, where the internationally well-functioning message operates. This Vnukovo and Ostafievo. Muscovites and visitors also use the services of large air terminals in the Moscow region: Domodedovo, Chkalovsky, Sheremetyevo.

The main airports of the Moscow region are the three largest: Sheremetyevo, Domodedovo, Vnukovo. Most of domestic and foreign flights are served by them. These points are distinguished by a developed infrastructure. Moscow airports provide modern power points of any class and level, waiting rooms, points of contact, rest rooms, shops, parking, hotels. The service center meets European quality here. Passengers with disabilities are under the care of special services.

Sheremetyevo

When going on a trip, everyone tries to choose the route that serves the tourist and transport company in advance. What are the most popular Moscow airports among tourists? The list is opened by Sheremetyevo. This terminal is considered one of the best in terms of quality of service in Europe. The workload is included in 20 worlds. The airport's location is in the north-west of the capital, Khimki district, 11 km from MKAD, 28 km from Moscow. The name came from a settlement that was located near the Savelovsky railway branch. The surrounding estates belonged to Count Sheremetyev up to 1917.

In 1953, the first runway was commissioned, which was then repeatedly repaired. Today its width is 60 meters, and its length is 3550 meters. The second runway was built 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 Dream liner B-787 and Airbus-380.

In 1959, Khrushchev, who returned from London, was delighted with the beauty of Heathrow. Having landed in the new Air Force airport, the head started talking about the need to create a similar airport at this place. This was perceived as a decree. Already in 1957, Sheremetyevo airport was organized here. In August, a passenger plane TU-134 was already taken from Leningrad. In 1960, the aerocomplex has already received international status. In the 1970s, about one million passengers were served here annually. The airport was considered the largest in the country. In 1985, this figure has already risen to 3.5 million people per year. The complex was constantly updated, new terminals were being built.

At the beginning of the 21st century, it was decided to connect the Belarusian Railway Station to the airport, which provided a large capacity. In 2008, from the Savelovsky Station, aeroexpress was launched, which made it possible to get to the airport in only 35 minutes. Now Sheremetyevo plans to build a third CDW, which will result in annual passenger traffic increase to 64 million people per year.

Domodedovo

Enumerating Moscow airports, it is worth noting one of the largest - the Domodedovo airport terminal. It is included in the 20-th world in terms of workload. According to the passenger flow in Russia is in the forefront. Works in 240 directions with 80 companies. It is 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 the day of completion of its construction - April 7, 1962. Since 1963 cargo, mail, training flights have been from here.

The first passenger flight was carried out in 1964 in Sverdlovsk. In 1966, a regular passenger service was established. Domodedovo airport received its international status in 1992. In 1997, the annual passenger flow increased to 4.5 million people. In 2000, the terminal was completely reconstructed. From 2004 to 2008, the passenger terminal expanded. In 2011 the Domodedovo airport complex was recognized as the best in Eastern Europe.

Vnukovo

Vnukovo Airport is included in the list "The largest Moscow airports". It is closest to the city, 10 km from the Moscow Ring Road, 28 km to the south-west from the center. Its advantage is that it is located 205 meters above sea level. This gives an advantage when landing in bad weather. In fog and poor visibility, this terminal is in a favorable position. Vnukovo has the status of an international airport and commits both cargo and passenger air transportation.

The airport has operated 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 was 30 million people. Already in 2001 the airport got international status.

How to get there

The largest Moscow airports, whose addresses are known to everyone, are in easy transport accessibility for passengers. On trips, many experience some stress, the fear of being late for airplanes, trains. As is known, in the modern capital at the given time a lot of traffic jams are formed, in which you can stand for hours. This is why people increasingly resort to the services of the underground. Underground to the airport can be reached in a matter of minutes.

• Sheremetyevo . The nearest metro station is "Rechnoy Vokzal". From there by shuttle bus. Another option is the "Belorusskaya" metro station, the Aeroexpress trains from the Byelorussian railway station depart every half hour. Get 35 minutes.
• Domodedovo. Metro "Domodedovo", from the station there is a bus-express. Another option - the metro station "Paveletskaya", from Paveletsky station in 1 hour and 15 minutes you will deliver aeroexpress.
• Vnukovo. Metro "Southwest", then buses and minibuses. Another option is the Kiev railway station. From here once a hour are sent aeroexpress. On the way you will spend an hour of time.