Where to go at Domodedovo Airport

The airport near Domodedovo is not just a place where planes take off and land. It has its own life, which sends people along preset routes both within Russia and to other countries. Waiting rooms, snacks, and places to relax are all part of airport life.

Things don't always go smoothly, and sometimes you have to wait hours for the right flight. Therefore, passengers need to know exactly where to have a snack and relax, but at the same time stay within the boundaries of Domodedovo.

Places to relax at the airport

Relaxing at the airport terminal is not a trivial task. It is especially difficult if the flight is supposed to depart at night, but it is already delayed for several hours. Since such incidents occur periodically in the work of the airport, the management decided to equip comfortable places for recreation. It is quite possible to relax a little in the Domodedovo waiting room or in the prepared rooms.

The second floor of Domodedovo is a flight waiting room for all passengers, regardless of where the person is going. There are also places for people with disabilities to relax, but on the ground floor. It is also convenient that nearby there are many small cafes and good restaurants where you can have a snack or a full meal, as well as bars where you can brighten up the waiting time for the flight.

Domodedovo passengers are allowed to spend the night in the waiting room, however, such an overnight stay does not meet the standards of comfort and normal rest. If you are determined to sleep, then prepare for inconveniences - it is almost impossible to take a comfortable sleeping position. The chairs are pretty solid, plus the space is limited by the armrests.

Sometimes it happens that a flight may be delayed not by an hour or two, but much more. In such cases, passengers often dream of a comfortable bed and a delicious dinner. The problem is solved by hotels and hostels that are located very close to Domodedovo Airport. It doesn't take long to get there, 20 minutes at most (usually even faster). Many hotels offer a free shuttle service from the airport terminal to the rest area and back, for example, Maxim Domodedovo Airport Hotel.

Domodedovo also took care of mothers with young children. There is a 24-hour children's room on the second floor of the airport. There is a toilet, you can relax on soft sofas and watch TV. There is also a kitchen where you can prepare baby food, there are tables for changing clothes and much more, which will allow both the mother and the baby to feel comfortable.

It is important to remember that the entrance to the recreation room, although accessible to everyone, is not always free. Children under the age of eight, accompanied by one adult, visit the room without paying. There is also no need to pay for children under 12 years old if they come with one accompanying person and a younger child. Children with disabilities, together with one adult, can walk for free up to the age of 14.

Of course, they won't just let everyone into the room. You will need to show several documents to the staff representative. First of all, you need to show a certificate from a medical institution that confirms that the child is healthy, as well as the passport of the parent or other accompanying person. The staff will also ask for a plane ticket, or a boarding pass and a birth certificate for the baby.

It can be boring for a child to just sit and watch TV, so a special game room has been created for children. It's very easy to get here - any child accompanied by one adult can safely play until the flight is announced.

However, you don't always have the energy to sit in the playroom for hours, especially if the flight is very late. In this case, you need to rest both yourself and the child before the flight. In this case, it is best to get a good night's sleep, especially if the flight was scheduled for the night. The prices in the hotels closest to the airport are quite adequate, a large selection of places to spend the night and the opportunity to eat hot food.

It is convenient that each passenger can choose exactly what meets his requirements. There are cheap hostels and luxury hotels near Domodedovo Airport. You can book a bed or a comfortable room for the whole family. As a rule, those hotels where passengers who are stuck waiting for their plane can be provided with a free transfer to and from the hotel are most often chosen. For most passengers, this is much more important than having a swimming pool in the hotel. Many hotels and hostels have their own websites, so booking a room is not difficult. And, of course, the booking and transfer service is also available by phone. You can get your own place to relax in just a few minutes. Such hotels include the Maxim Domodedovo Airport Hotel, which has rooms for every taste and budget.

Who can be in the mother and child's room:

• Firstly, this service is available for children of preschool and primary school age (up to 8 years old), but on condition that they are accompanied by an adult.
• If the child has an older brother or sister under the age of 14, they can also relax in the room, accompanied by one parent.
• If a child has limited opportunities and is under the age of 14, then two adults can accompany him at once.
• And, of course, the room is designed for pregnant women who are in the second half of their term.

Shops in Domodedovo: location, opening hours

There are a huge number of shops on the territory of the airport that sell almost everything from food to rare perfumes.

Here, in Domodedovo, there is a duty-free trade zone. Therefore, even without visiting a restaurant, it is difficult to stay hungry - you can buy groceries around the clock. Here you can also choose perfumes and cosmetics from a wide variety of brands, including well-known ones. All shops on the territory of Domodedovo are exclusively multi-brand.

Of course, no store closes at night. After all, the airport itself never sleeps, planes fly both at night and during the day. It is simply unprofitable to close, because thousands of passengers pass by these shops, which can bring enormous profits. Interestingly, you can buy alcohol in grocery stores at any time of the day or night - yes, this is not prohibited by Russian law here.

If you often fly to different cities and countries, then keep in mind that similar conditions apply at all similar sites existing at all airports in Moscow.

Cafeterias and bars inside the AP

Both the first and second floors offer a lot of options for just having a snack or eating "heartily". There are representatives of chain stores and individual outlets. It's not just passengers who eat here - you can meet crew members and employees of the terminal itself. There is a lot to choose from, the menu is very diverse, as they say, for different tastes and budgets.

The most popular places are self-catering. There are always queues, but a large selection of delicious food. There are such cafes on both the first and second floors of the airport, and they can also be found directly in the departure area of all flights.

And if you just want to "have a drink", then passengers can enjoy several pretty good bars, which are also available in the departure areas and on each floor of Domodedovo Airport.

Specialized centers

There are several special zones on the territory of the airport for different needs. For example, there is a VIP lounge designed for a comfortable stay for passengers. Of course, based on the name, not everyone can get there.

For businessmen who conduct their business in different countries or regularly fly on business trips, there is a hall where you can hold a business meeting.

Because Domodedovo passes thousands of people every day, including those with disabilities. They also need to travel, so the airport is equipped with the necessary conditions for comfortable flight waiting. For example, if a person is in a wheelchair, they will be able to use a special staff call button when entering the airport.

All the aisles are wide enough for a wheelchair to pass through, and the entrances to shops, cafes, and restaurants are also wider than usual, just enough for a wheelchair to pass through. Each elevator has two wide exits, all staircases have strong ramps, and several wide and comfortable restrooms are equipped on the territory of the airport terminal.

If necessary, you can send an application in advance, and then a specially created Domodedovo service will provide full support, help you pass the console and get to your seat on the plane without any problems.

Russia is a country where there are many faiths at the same time. A chapel has been built on the territory of the airport since the beginning of the noughties, and a mosque a little later. And then there was the synagogue. All these places are open to parishioners.

Useful tips for travelers

There are several important points that everyone who travels by air should definitely know. Everyone knows that you need to arrive at the airport in advance. To be precise, 2-3 hours before departure. This will be quite enough to safely register. As a rule, for international flights it starts in two hours, and for local flights - in one and a half hours.

After check-in, there will be enough time to relax a little before the flight in the free zone, have a snack and just watch the airport work.

If it so happens that you have lost something on the plane or at the airport, then it is highly likely that the loss will be found in the lost and found bureau, which exists on the territory of Domodedovo. If you forgot your item on the plane, it will be stored for six months, and if in the airport building, then only for a month. You need to clearly describe your loss and show your passport to an employee of the bureau.

Remember that after landing, you will find yourself back in the airport building: although it will differ in appearance, the principle of operation is very similar. It is important to remember the approximate landmarks, which are the same almost everywhere - after you descend to the ground, you will need to pass the control again. Passengers check in their luggage on departure and receive it on arrival. To do this, you will need to follow the signs at the airport.

Pay attention to the interactive signs near the numbered transporters. They depict information about the flight number, so it's almost impossible to get confused. In general, every airport has a lot of signs and signs that will help you navigate. The signs must be duplicated in English, so it's best to have a translator with you if your knowledge of this language is at a minimum level.

If you are planning to come to Moscow and are looking for a hotel at Domodedovo Airport, we recommend that you pay attention to the SMART hotel – Maxim Domodedovo Airport Hotel. The hotel is located in the Domodedovo Aeroexpress terminal on the 1st floor, just 50 meters from Domodedovo Airport along a closed pedestrian gallery. The hotel has a cafe and a bar for lunch and relaxation.

For the convenience of the guest, hourly rates have been developed – 2,4,6,8,10 and 12 hours, choose a convenient one and book.