Flights to Moscow (MOW)

Flights from Simferopol

Cheap flights from Simferopol in the Autonomous Republic of Crimea, Ukraine, are readily available on one of the many airlines operating through Simferopol International Airport. Using Orbitz.com, you can book reservations to leave the area on air carriers such as Aeroflot, Ural Airlines, Wizz Air, Ukraine International Airlines and Air Onix. The airport is only seven miles from the city, making it easily reached by the area's population of 340,000.

Parking at the Simferopol International Airport

Parking is provided at Simferopol International Airport in a parking lot with round-the-clock security for about $2.40 a day.

Transportation to the Airport

Getting from the center of town to the airport is possible by trolleybus. Trolleybus #9 runs from the train station to the airport, and it leaves every 10 to 15 minutes. The trip takes 28 minutes. A minibus is also available from the train station, leaving every 10 to 20 minutes and taking only 15 minutes to complete the trip. For more convenience, have a taxi pick you up and take you directly to the airport.

Eating at Simferopol International Airport

Several restaurants in Simferopol can provide you with a memorable meal before you leave town. Kafe Marakand, for instance, features delicious Central Asian dishes, such as plov, manty and lepeshshky, providing you with a great last taste of the regional cuisine. For a broader selection of foods from all over Eastern Europe, try the Flamingo restaurant. However, if you're running out of time before catching one of the cheap flights from Simferopol, stop by the airport café for a light meal.

Airports in Moscow

Moscow Domodedovo Airport is the main airport for Moscow, Russia. The airport is connected to the capital by a modern speedway, and it is located 22 kilometers southeast of the city. Cheap flights to Moscow generally fly into this airport. Book your flight on Orbitz.com to find great deals on your air travel needs.

Transportation From the Moscow Domodedovo Airport

Transportation to and from the airport is simple. You can take public transportation, taxis, or private cars to get to your destination quickly. The Aeroexpress train travels from the Paveletsky Rail Terminal to the city in approximately 45 minutes. This costs between 320 and 700 rubles.

Weather in Moscow, Russia

Temperatures in Moscow vary quite a bit, but the average overall temperature is 39 degrees Fahrenheit. It is warmest in July, at around 75 degrees Fahrenheit, and coldest in January and February, when temperatures get as low as seven degrees Fahrenheit.

Moscow's Major Attractions

No matter what you prefer to do, Moscow has an attraction that you'll enjoy. There is a multitude of museums, including the Pushkin Museum of Fine Arts and the Tretyakov Gallery, a range of religious buildings, such as the Krutitsy or Epiphany Monastery, and a wide variety of theaters, such as the Maly Theatre and the Lenkom Theatre. Moscow has a rich history, and you'll be able to experience the many facets of its culture. Book cheap flights to Moscow with Orbitz.com, and you can plan additional day trips for your visit as well.

June, July, and August are the most crowded months in Moscow, and getting into popular attractions like the Kremlin can be difficult. It’s worth braving the crowds, though, to see the golden domes, bright white bell tower, intricate Fabergé eggs, and the rest of the impressive complex. There are sure to be crowds in Red Square during the summer, too, but you can’t miss St. Basil’s fairytale-like Cathedral, Lenin’s Mausoleum, the fanciful Kazan Cathedral, and the popular, upscale GUM shopping mall. Keep an eye on the forecast. Temperatures in summer reach into the 90s and it’s the rainiest period in Moscow.

Spring is shoulder season in Moscow, as well as a pretty time to visit. The flowers around the city come into bloom. To celebrate the end of a long winter, Maslenitsa, a religious and folk holiday, ushers in the new season with pancake feasts, traditional (and friendly!) fist fighting, bonfires, and other celebrations. Temperatures warm up to the 50s and 60s during the day, so enjoy a visit to one of Moscow’s many parks; there are almost 300 square feet of parks per person here. Kolomenskoye is a nice one, with a beautiful church that dates back to 1532.

Tourists are in shorter supply during the winter due to Moscow’s notorious cold, but if you enjoy a snowy landscape, pack some warm boots and go. The Russian Winter Festival at the end of December and beginning of January is a fun way to celebrate the best of the season—troika rides, ice hockey games, snowmen, and plenty of warm tea. Especially in winter, make use of the (heated) Metro public transit. Many of the underground stations feature art, including statues, stained glass windows, mosaics, and chandeliers.