Moscow Domodedovo airport (DME)

Moscow Domodedovo International Airport (DME), opened on 25 March 1964, stands as one of the most modern and busiest aerodromes in the Russian Federation. It operates as a strategic connection hub for domestic flights and offers a wide network of international routes with particular emphasis on destinations in the Middle East, Asia and North Africa.

Official Website: dme.ru

Telephone: +7 495 933 6666

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Terminals

The airport operates under an integrated single-terminal concept, divided into two main segments that function 24 hours a day:

• Segment T1: Mainly intended for domestic flights and some international services.
• Segment T2: Recently opened to expand operational capacity, focused on long-haul international flights.

Annual Traffic (2024): 15.6 million passengers.

Information Points

The facility features information desks strategically located between entrances 2 and 3 on the main level, as well as in the baggage claim areas. Passengers can also use interactive self-service screens distributed throughout the building. For specialised assistance, the first floor hosts a tourist information office.

 Location

The airport is located in Domodedovo, 42 km (26 miles) south of Moscow.

Parking services at Moscow Domodedovo airport (DME)

The airport complex has an extensive parking network with more than 6,000 spaces available, distributed across different areas according to the length of the trip, the level of comfort required, and proximity to the single terminal.

Short-Stay Car Parks

These areas are designed for quickly dropping off or picking up passengers and are located just a few metres from the main entrances.

• P1 and P3: Located directly in front of the terminal building. They are ideal for stays of a few hours.
• P4: Situated to the left of the terminal, offering a convenient alternative for those entering through the domestic flight sectors.

Multi-storey Car Park (P2)

This is the most modern facility in the complex, designed to offer maximum comfort and protection from weather conditions.

• Direct Connection: It is connected to the terminal (specifically the new international segment T2) via an elevated covered walkway, allowing passengers to walk without going outdoors.
• VIP Areas: It features exclusive areas on the fourth level and Valet Parking services on the first floor.

Long-Stay Car Parks (Economy)

For trips lasting several days or weeks, the airport offers reduced rates in areas located further away, while ensuring vehicle security.

• P5 and P6: Located within a walking distance of 5 to 10 minutes from the terminal.
• P8 and P9: These are the most economical options. Due to their distance, the airport provides a supplementary shuttle bus service that connects these areas with the main terminal building regularly, 24 hours a day.

Additional Services

Motorcycles and Bicycles: There are specific free areas for parking two-wheeled vehicles in designated zones near the terminal.

Payment Methods: Payment can be made at the automatic machines located at the exits of the car parks and inside the terminal using bank cards or mobile devices. It is also possible to manage payment through the official website.

Rates: You can check the latest prices and space availability on the official parking portal.

Facilities for passengers with special needs

Moscow Domodedovo Airport is designed to ensure full accessibility, offering adapted infrastructure and personalised services that facilitate travel for people with disabilities, passengers with reduced mobility, elderly travellers, and unaccompanied minors.

Assistance for Passengers with Reduced Mobility

To ensure efficient service, passengers are advised to inform the airline or travel agency of their specific needs at least 48 hours before the flight. The airport has a dedicated team that provides support at every stage of the journey, from entering the terminal and the check-in process to passing through security controls and boarding.

Special Waiting Lounge: Domodedovo features an exclusive and free waiting lounge for passengers with reduced mobility, equipped with comfortable furniture, assistance from trained staff, and accessible information systems.

Parking: Free parking spaces are reserved for vehicles transporting persons with disabilities in all airport car parks, located in the areas closest to the terminal entrances.

Accessibility Infrastructure

The terminal building is equipped with various facilities to ensure passenger independence:

• Access ramps, lifts, and adapted escalators.
• Toilets designed for wheelchair users.
• Induction loop systems to assist hearing for people with hearing aids or cochlear implants.
• Tactile paving in strategic areas to assist passengers with visual impairments.

Travelling with Children

For families and minors, the airport offers specific services that make waiting times more comfortable:

• Mother and Child Room: A dedicated space for passengers travelling with children up to 7 years old (and children with disabilities up to 14 years old), including rest areas, a kitchen for heating food, and play areas. It is available free of charge 24 hours a day.
• Unaccompanied Minors: Children between 5 and 12 years old travelling without an adult may request the airline’s escort service. Airport staff work closely with the airline to ensure the child is supervised until they are handed over to the guardian at the final destination.