Meet the passenger at the airport Sheremetyevo - a task that often turns into a headache for drivers. Terminal B (formerly known as Terminal D) is one of the busiest, and finding a free parking space here turns into a quest with rules, fines and restrictions. In 2026, the airport administration tightened controls, but legal ways to park without paying still exist - if you know the nuances.

This article is not about “gray” schemes with the risk of evacuation, but about officially permitted zones, where you can stay for 15–30 minutes without paying. We'll figure out where exactly to stand at Terminal B and how to avoid getting fined 5 000 ₽ for violation, what alternatives are there for a long meeting, and what to do if the passenger is delayed. All data has been checked for May 2026 — taking into account the latest changes in airport rules and traffic patterns.

Official free meeting areas at Terminal B

Airport Sheremetyevo provides several legal places for a short-term stop near Terminal B. The main rule: maximum 15 minutes — after this, tariffing begins (from 200 ₽/hour). However, there are nuances that allow you to extend this time without penalties.

Main areas:

  • 🅿️ Kissing Zone (Kiss & Fly) — a special area for meeting/sending off. Located on level 1 (arrival) opposite the terminal exit. Allowed to stand free up to 15 minutes, but only if the car does not leave the zone (for example, you cannot leave and return in 10 minutes).
  • 🚗 Short-term stop strip — along the access road to Terminal B (from the Sheremetyevskoe highway). You are allowed to stop here 5–7 minutes for disembarkation/pick-up, but not for waiting.
  • 🏢 Parking at the Novotel Hotel** — if the passenger lives in a hotel or you have a reservation, the first 30 minutes free. Without reservation - only 15 minutes.

Important: all these areas are equipped automatic fixation cameras. If you exceed the time limit by at least 1 minute, the system will automatically debit the fee from the bank card linked to the machine number (if it is in the database). If there is no card, the fine will be sent by mail.

📊 How often do you meet passengers at Sheremetyevo?
Once a month or more often
Several times a year
Rare, but accurate
Never, just seeing you off

How to avoid getting fined: rules and pitfalls

The airport administration is actively fighting against “violating parking attendants”, so strict rules apply here:

⚠️ Attention: If you are staying in unauthorized area (for example, on a roadway or pedestrian crossing), the fine will be 5 000 ₽ + possible evacuation to the impound lot (~3 000 ₽ per day). The tow truck in Sheremetyevo works around the clock!

The main pitfalls for drivers:

  • ⏳ The timer starts from the moment of entry - even if you stood in traffic for 5 minutes in front of the terminal, this time counts towards your 15 minutes.
  • 🔄 Re-entry does not reset the timer — the system remembers the car number. If you check out and check back in 10 minutes later, the total limit is not updated.
  • 📸 Cameras even record a stop with the engine running. - if you are standing in the zone Kiss & Fly longer than 15 minutes, the fine will come automatically.

To avoid problems:

  1. Please check with the passenger in advance from which exit he will come out (there are several of them in Terminal B, and they lead to different parking areas).
  2. Use the service online maps of Sheremetyevo parking lots — the workload is displayed there in real time.
  3. If a passenger is delayed, go to paid parking (the first hour costs 200 ₽) or use alternative methods (more on them below).

☑️ Checklist for safe parking

Done: 0 / 4

Alternative ways to meet without parking

If the free zones are busy or you are afraid of getting fined, there are several legal alternatives:

Method Cost Waiting time Pros Cons
Paid parking (first hour) 200 ₽ Unlimited No risk of fines, covered places Expensive with long wait
Taxi/car sharing (order per passenger) From 300 ₽ 0 minutes The passenger will leave quickly, you don't need to park Additional costs
Waiting at the M11 exit 0 ₽ Unlimited Free, no risk of fines Far from the terminal (~10 minutes walk)
Cafe in the terminal (meeting inside) From 500 ₽ (coffee + dessert) Unlimited Comfortable, you can have a snack Do you have to pay for parking or walk

The most reliable option is order a taxi for a passenger (for example, via Yandex Go or Gett). Many taxi drivers know the legal places to wait and can drive right to the exit. If you want to meet a passenger in person, but are not ready to pay for parking, you can:

  • 🚶 Leave your car in the free parking lot near the metro station "Khovrino" (15 minutes walk to the terminal) or in the shopping center parking lot "Sheremetyevo-Mall" (free 2 hours).
  • 📱 Use the service "Meeting at the airport" from Sheremetyevo - for 500 ₽ Airport staff will meet the passenger with a sign and escort you to your car (even if it is parked at the exit from the highway).
💡

If a passenger is traveling on a flight Aeroflot or Rossiya, check if it fits the program "Priority Passenger". In this case, he can be escorted to the car for free - check with the airline.

What to do if a passenger is delayed?

The situation is familiar to many: the plane has arrived, but the passenger is stuck at passport control or with luggage. Your 15 minutes in the zone Kiss & Fly they expire, but I don’t want to leave. Here's what you can do:

  1. Park in a paid parking lot - first 20 minutes often given free of charge (check at the checkout). Even if you have to pay 200 ₽, it's cheaper than a fine.
  2. Use the “out-of-town trick” — travel outside the airport (for example, to a gas station Gazpromneft next to M11) and return after 10-15 minutes. The timer will be reset, but this does not always work (the system may remember the number).
  3. Meet inside the terminal — Park in the paid parking lot and go to the arrivals area. There is a cafe there where you can wait as long as you like (the main thing is to at least make an order).
⚠️ Attention: Some drivers try to “deceive” the system by moving the car within the same zone (for example, from one place Kiss & Fly to another). It doesn't work - the cameras are recording entry/exit, rather than a specific parking space. The fine will come even if there is a rearrangement.

If the delay is serious (more than 1 hour), it is cheaper and calmer:

  • 🅿️ Leave the car at long-term parking P4 (150 ₽/hour, but there are discounts when paying through the application).
  • 🚆 Get to the terminal using a free shuttle (runs every 10 minutes from the parking lot).

Map of Terminal B parking lots: where everything is

In order not to waste time searching, save the layout of parking zones at Terminal B:

Traffic and parking scheme:

  • 📍 Kiss & Fly Zone - immediately after leaving Sheremetyevskoe highway, to the left of the main entrance.
  • 📍 Short-term parking (P1) — underground parking under the terminal (entrance from the departures side).
  • 📍 Long-term parking (P4) — 500 meters from the terminal, there are covered places and sockets for charging electric cars.
  • 📍 Drop strip — along the sidewalk at the exit D6 (it is allowed to stand only with the emergency lights on).

The navigator may get the wrong route - it’s better to follow the signs "Parking" and «Kiss & Fly» at the entrance to the terminal. If you are coming from outside Lobnenskoye Highway, turn to first congress after the pointer "Terminal B" - this will shorten the path to the meeting area.

How to find a free seat in the Kiss & Fly zone during rush hour?

On weekdays from 18:00 to 22:00 and on weekends from 12:00 to 16:00 the area is usually congested. To find a place faster:

1. Approach from the side Terminal E — there are fewer cars there.

2. Use Yandex.Maps in the “Parking” mode - the workload is displayed there in real time.

3. If you see a car with the engine running and the trunk open, most likely it will leave soon. You can stand nearby and wait 1-2 minutes.

Fines and evacuation: what to do if violated?

If you still run into a fine or evacuation, here is the algorithm of actions:

Penalty for exceeding parking time:

  • 📄 Comes to the post office (if the car is registered to you) or to your personal account at Public services.
  • 💰 Amount: 2 500 ₽ (for the first 30 minutes over the limit) + 1 000 ₽ for every next hour.
  • ⏳ Payment term with 50% discount - 20 days.

Evacuation:

  • 🚛 The car is taken to the impound lot at: Sheremetyevskoe highway, ow. 3A.
  • 💸 Cost of evacuation: 5 000 ₽ + 1,000 ₽/day storage
  • 📋 To pick up the car, you need: license, STS, passport and receipt of payment of the fine.

If you think the fine is unfair (for example, the system made a mistake with the time), you can appeal:

  1. Write a complaint on the website traffic police or through Public services.
  2. Attach a photo/video from the parking lot (if there is evidence that you did it within 15 minutes).
  3. Review period: up to 10 days.
⚠️ Attention: If the car is towed, do not try to catch up with the tow truck - it is dangerous and useless. It’s better to go straight to the impound lot (coordinates can be clarified by phone +7 (495) 578-91-91).

Lifehacks from experienced drivers

Drivers who regularly meet passengers at Sheremetyevo share proven tips:

  • 🕒 Arrive 10 minutes before boarding - this way you will have time to find a place in the zone Kiss & Fly and you won't be nervous.
  • 📱 Use messengers with geolocation (for example, Telegram or WhatsApp) so that the passenger sends you his location immediately after leaving the terminal.
  • 🅿️ If the parking lot is busy, go to the level "Departure" — it’s usually freer there, and walking to "Arrival" only 3–5 minutes.
  • 💳 Link your card to your car number in the airport parking system - this way the fee will be debited automatically, and you won’t have to stand in line at the ticket counter.

Another useful trick - parking at the business terminal (Terminal C). There are zones Kiss & Fly less congested, and Terminal B can be reached on foot in 7-10 minutes along the covered gallery. Minus: if the passenger has luggage, this may be inconvenient.

If you often visit Sheremetyevo, register loyalty card (SVO Club). She gives discounts on parking (up to 30%) and free hours when you accumulate bonuses.

💡

The most reliable way to avoid fines is to arrive early and not exceed 15 minutes in the Kiss & Fly area. If a passenger is delayed, it is better to park in a paid parking lot or use alternative methods of meeting.

FAQ: Frequently asked questions about parking at Sheremetyevo (Terminal B)

Can I stand in the Kiss & Fly area for longer than 15 minutes if I don't get out of the car?

No, the system records time the car was in the zone, regardless of whether you are sitting inside or not. Tariffing will begin in 15 minutes.

What happens if I leave my car on the side of the road at the terminal without paying?

Most likely there will be a fine 5 000 ₽ for parking in the wrong place. In some cases, the car may be towed.

Is there free disabled parking at Terminal B?

Yes, on parking lot P1 Seats are allocated for disabled people (free for up to 2 hours). You must present a certificate and a “Disabled Person” sign on your car.

Is it possible to leave a car overnight at Terminal B?

Only on long-term parking P4 (from 800 ₽/day). Overnight stays are prohibited at short-term sites.

How can I pay for parking if I don't have a bank card?

You can pay in cash at the cash register at the parking lot exit or through self-service terminals (banknotes accepted).