Vnukovo International Airport - Flight Information and Guide (VKO)

Vnukovo International Airport, the oldest of Moscow's three airports, is located approximately 27 km southwest of the capital.

Since July 2024 the Aeroexpress service on this route has been suspended: always verify the public transport options actually available at the time of your arrival.

Content verified on 04/09/2026

Official source: vnukovo.ru/en

How to get to Vnukovo International Airport

The center of Moscow is approximately 27 km from the airport: the transfer takes approximately 40-60 minutes by taxi or bus/metro, as the Aeroexpress connection has been suspended since July 2024.

By Car

Those arriving by car reach the center of Moscow in approximately 40-60 minutes, traffic permitting.

By Train

The Aeroexpress service on this route has been suspended since July 2024: check public transport alternatives available at the time of your journey.

By Bus

Several public bus lines connect the airport to Salaryevo metro station; always check updated schedules.

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Tips Since Aeroexpress is no longer active on this route, plan your transfer via bus+metro or taxi, always verifying schedules and accepted payment methods in advance.

Average travel time to VKO

TrainSuspended since July 2024

Shuttle busAvailable service (bus+metro Salaryevo)

Taxi / Private hire40-60 minutes

Parking near Vnukovo International Airport

A multi-level parking structure is located adjacent to the terminal.

Rates are in line with standards for a major hub, but verify accepted payment methods.

How to get to Moscow from VKO

By Train

The Aeroexpress service has been suspended on this route since July 2024.

By Bus

Several public bus lines connect the airport to Salaryevo metro station.

By Taxi

Official taxis are located at the arrival area ranks; verify the fare or meter, as foreign cards do not always work.

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Car rental at Vnukovo International Airport

In the arrivals area only some car rental operators are active.

Driver's license and passport are required; also bring cash, as international cards do not always work.

Hotels near Vnukovo International Airport

Numerous hotels are located in central Moscow.

Downtown hotels (40–60 minutes, prices subject to change due to currency volatility) are convenient for exploring the city; always verify the latest security advisories from your government before traveling.

Airport services

The airport primarily handles domestic traffic, along with some routes to CIS countries and Asia.

Shopping & Duty Free

The duty-free shop offers both local products and international brands.

Lounges & relaxation

The airport provides a reasonable number of lounges for business passengers.

Connectivity & Wi-Fi

WiFi coverage is partial, limited to certain terminal areas.

Families & Children

Basic family assistance services are available in the terminal's common areas.

Terminal guide

The terminal handles predominantly domestic and government flights, plus some CIS/Asia routes.

Temporary closures for drone alerts can cause delays: ample advance time is recommended.

Map of Vnukovo International Airport

Frequently asked questions

Q. Does the Aeroexpress still serve Vnukovo?

No, the service on this route has been suspended since July 2024: always check public transport alternatives (bus + metro to Salaryevo) or a taxi.

Q. Does Vnukovo handle international flights?

Mostly domestic traffic, with some routes to CIS countries and Asia, given the collapse of links to Western Europe since 2022.

Q. Is Vnukovo Moscow's oldest airport?

Yes, opened in 1941, it's historically the oldest of the capital's three airports and was long used for state flights and official delegations too, alongside regular civilian traffic.