DME to SVO: how to transfer in Moscow
Best way to get from Domodedovo to Sheremetyevo — fares, times, and what to avoid.
Aeroexpress train to Paveletsky/Belorussky + metro
Aeroexpress DME→Paveletsky, then metro (Circle Line) to Belorussky, then Aeroexpress to SVO.
Never take an unmetered airport-rank taxi — quoted 'transfer' prices are 3–5× fair market. Use Yandex Go.
Other ways to make the transfer
Yandex Go taxi
Cheapest if two+ people. Traffic on MKAD can wreck the schedule.
Direct commercial shuttle bus
Rare, unreliable timing. Only if you have hours to spare.
Before you go
- Aeroexpress runs every 30 min from both airports
- Both airports are on opposite sides of Moscow — always plan for 3+ hours
Full airport guides
This guide covers the transfer in both directions — the route, fares, and times are the same DME ↔ SVO.
FAQ
What's the fastest way from DME to SVO?
Aeroexpress train to Paveletsky/Belorussky + metro — about 2.5–3 hours for ₽1,000–1,500. Aeroexpress DME→Paveletsky, then metro (Circle Line) to Belorussky, then Aeroexpress to SVO.
How much time should I leave between flights at DME and SVO?
We recommend at least 4.5 hours door to door, accounting for baggage claim, transfer, check-in, and security.
How far is SVO from DME?
About 75 km across Moscow.
What should I avoid when transferring DME to SVO?
Never take an unmetered airport-rank taxi — quoted 'transfer' prices are 3–5× fair market. Use Yandex Go.