Layover Guide
Making the most of your stopover at Sheremetyevo International Airport — hotels, city tours and transit tips.
Your SVO Layover at a Glance
Best use of a long layover
Aeroexpress to Belorussky, then Red Square is one metro stop away. Historic centre accessible in under an hour from the terminal.
Inside the airport
Terminal E's Aeroflot Lounge or the Terminal D shopping area. Good Russian chocolate and vodka duty-free selection.
Novotel Sheremetyevo is connected to Terminal D by a bridge — international chain with airside transit accommodation available.
Layover Duration Guide
Grab a meal, use the lounge or rest. Not enough time to clear immigration and return safely.
Explore landside facilities, duty-free and airport dining. Consider a transit hotel if you need rest.
Enough time to visit Moscow city centre if transit visa permits. Allow 3 hrs buffer for return and re-entry.
Book a nearby hotel. You can explore Moscow properly — consider a guided tour to maximise your time.
Hotels Near SVO
Staying close to the airport? Airport hotels and transit hotels let you rest without a long transfer.
Recommended · HotelsAirport hotels, transit stays and Moscow city centre options — free cancellation on most bookings.
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City Tours from SVO
Short on time? Layover tours are designed to fit your connection window — pickup from the airport, back before your gate opens.
Recommended · ToursHalf-day and layover-specific tours with airport pickup. See the highlights of Moscow without missing your connection.
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Practical Tips for Your SVO Layover
Activate a Russia eSIM on Airalo before you travel — instant data, no SIM card queue at the airport.
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