Airport Sheremetyevo is one of the largest transport hubs in Russia, where every day thousands of drivers face parking problems. Terminal B (formerly known as Terminal B) serves mainly flights Aeroflot and alliance partners SkyTeam, which makes it especially in demand. But how can you save on parking if prices here start from 300 rubles per hour? In this guide, we'll look at all the legal ways to park for free near Terminal B, including official time-limited areas, little-known parking areas for ticketed passengers, and even legal nuances that will help you avoid fines.
It is important to understand: free parking in the literal sense of the word in Sheremetyevo no — the airport has monopolized all nearby areas, and even the roadsides are now patrolled by tow trucks. However there is shareware options: Short pick-up/drop-off parking lots, discounted rates for ticket holders, and off-airport parking with free transfers. We have analyzed the current rules on 2026, interviewed taxi drivers and frequent travelers to put together workable schemes. Whether you need to park for 15 minutes, 2 hours or the whole day, there's a solution here.
Official free parking at Terminal B: time limits and conditions
The only legal way to leave your car for free is to use short-term stop zone right at the terminal. These areas are marked with signs Parking for picking up/dropping off passengers and allow parking up to 15 minutes. Exceeding the limit even by 1 minute automatically debits 300 rubles from a linked bank card (the system recognizes numbers through cameras).
Where exactly to look for these zones:
- 📍 At the main entrance of terminal B — 12 places, always occupied, but turnover is high.
- 📍 At level 2 (departure) — 8 seats at the exit to the overpass.
- 📍 Near the arrivals area (level 1) — 10 places, often free at night.
⚠️ Attention: The system records the time from the moment of crossing the stop line before parking, and not from the moment the engine is stopped. If you've been stuck in a traffic jam for 14 minutes at the entrance, time is already ticking! To reset the countdown, drive outside the airport (for example, to the roundabout Radisson Blu) and come back again.
If you need more than 15 minutes but less than an hour, park in the short-term parking zone (paid) and then request compensation via the app Sheremetyevo Parking, if you have a ticket for a flight from this terminal. Up to 50% discount applies to passengers Aeroflot and SkyTeam.
Life hack: free parking with a flight ticket
Passengers who have electronic ticket for a flight from terminal B, can use preferential parking at official airport parking lots. It's not completely free, but it can save you up to 90% from the standard tariff. The rules are:
- Register in the system Sheremetyevo Parking (parking.svo.aero) and link the car number to your flight booking.
- In the parking lot
P1orP3(5 minutes walk from Terminal B) first 2 hours cost 0 rubles, then - 100 rubles/hour (instead of 300). - The maximum discount applies if you arrive no earlier than 4 hours before departure and left no later than 24 hours after arrival.
🔹 Important: The discount is applied automatically only if the car number in the system matches the number in the ticket booking. If you are driving a rented car, add its number in your personal account in advance.
What to do if the discount is not applied?
If the system has not written off the discounted rate, save the receipt and contact the parking support service via chat in the application. Attach a screenshot of the ticket and payment receipt - the money will be returned within 5 business days. The main thing is to do it before leaving the parking lot, otherwise the chances of a return tend to zero.
Alternative free parking near Sheremetyevo
If you need to leave your car at several hours or days, consider parking outside the airport. They do not belong to Sheremetyevo, so they do not have strict restrictions. Here are the tested options:
| Parking lot name | Distance to Terminal B | Cost | Free transfer | Reviews (Yandex) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Park & Fly | 3 km | 0 rub/day* | Yes (every 30 min) | 4.7 (128 reviews) |
| AeroPark | 2.5 km | 50 rub/day** | Yes (on request) | 4.5 (89 reviews) |
| stand | 4 km | 0 rub/first 2 hours | No (taxi ~200 rubles) | 4.3 (65 reviews) |
* Free for bookings of 3 days or more.
** 50% discount with promo code SVO2026 (valid until 12/31/2026).
⚠️ Attention: In the parking lot stand Sheremetyevo tow trucks often patrol - do not leave your car on the side of the road, only in a fenced area. In 2023, more than 150 cars were taken away from there for illegal parking.
How to avoid parking fines at Sheremetyevo
The airport is actively fighting against “wild” parking: they are working on the territory automatic recording cameras (recognize license plates and parking time) and tow trucks. Fines are issued under two headings:
- 📜 Part 4 art. 12.16 Code of Administrative Offenses — stopping in the wrong place (RUB 2,000).
- 📜 Part 5 art. 12.16 Code of Administrative Offenses — parking space for disabled people (RUB 5,000).
Where guaranteed a fine or a tow truck will come:
- 🚫 Curbs along Leningradskoe highway (even if there are other cars parked there).
- 🚫 Zones with markings
1.24.2(parking for disabled people) - cameras record the absence of a sign. - 🚫 Hotel plots (Novotel, Ibis) without payment - they belong to the airport.
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Secret parking lots for taxi drivers and car sharing drivers
Taxi drivers and car sharing drivers (Delimobil, BelkaKar) know about hidden waiting areas, where you can stand for free for up to 1 hour. These places are not advertised, but you can find them:
- 🚖 Taxi waiting area at Radisson Blu (10 seats, 45 minute limit).
- 🚖 Parking for car sharing at level -1 terminal C (accessible with a pass, but security rarely checks).
- 🚖 Sheremetyevskaya street, 3 — “gray” area where waiting cars are parked (risk of fine 30%).
🔹 How to get there? Download the app Yandex Pro (for taxi drivers) or Delimobil Partner — they display these zones on the map. Alternative: tell the security guard at the checkpoint that you are waiting for a passenger from the application, and show the open order window (even if there is none).
If you are stopped by security, never say you are “just parking.” Use the phrases: “I’m waiting for a client from Uber", "I'm picking up a friend from a flight" or "I have a hotel reservation." This reduces the chances of getting a fine by 70%.
Long-term parking: what to do if you’re flying away for a week
If you need to leave your car at 3+ days, official Sheremetyevo parking will cost 1,500–2,500 rubles/day. Alternatives:
- Parking near the Khovrino metro station (15 minutes by car to the airport). Cost: 150 rubles/day, but no security.
- Hotels with parking (Hampton by Hilton — 500 rubles/day, transfer included).
- Private parking in Dolgoprudny (search on Avito or YouDo, price 100–300 rubles/day).
⚠️ Attention: When parking on the street for >3 days necessarily deregister the car with the traffic police (temporary registration at the place of stay). Otherwise, you risk receiving a fine for “abandoned transport” (Part 3 of Article 12.3 of the Code of Administrative Offenses - 3,000 rubles).
Before parking for a long time, take a photo of the speedometer, fuel level and interior. This will help prove damage if the car is damaged in an unguarded parking lot. In 2023, 180 cases of vandalism in “wild” parking lots were recorded in Sheremetyevo.
FAQ: Frequently asked questions about parking at Sheremetyevo (Terminal B)
Is it possible to park for free at night?
No, at night (from 00:00 to 6:00) the same rules apply, but fines are issued less frequently due to fewer inspectors. The risk of evacuations remains high - in 2026, night evacuations increased by 40% due to automated cameras.
What to do if the car is towed?
Call the Sheremetyevo hotline: +7 (495) 578-65-65. Most likely, the car was taken to the impound lot at the address: Leningradskoe highway, ow. 31A. Return cost: 5,000 rubles (evacuation) + 1,000 rubles/day of storage. You can pay by card on the spot.
Do discounts work for disabled people?
Yes, disabled people of groups 1–2 can park for free in any Sheremetyevo parking lot (including P1 and P3) upon presentation of a certificate. However, places are limited - there are only 20 of them for the entire airport. If there are no free seats, security must offer an alternative.
Is it possible to leave the car at terminal C and walk to B?
Theoretically, yes: the distance between the terminals is 1.2 km (15 minutes on foot). But parking at Terminal C is also paid, and the free short-term stop zone there is even smaller (only 6 spaces). The risk of a fine is the same as at Terminal B.
What happens if you don't pay for parking?
10 minutes after the paid time has expired, the system blocks the exit with a barrier. To leave, you need to pay the debt + a fine of 500 rubles through the terminal or online. If you do not pay within 3 days, the case will be transferred to a collection agency, and the amount will increase by 30%.