SVO - Sheremetyevo International Airport
Moscow, Russia
IATA Code: SVO · Moscow, Russia
The airport code SVO is the IATA identifier for Sheremetyevo International Airport. You may also find it referred to as Moscow Airport (SVO).
Sheremetyevo International Airport (SVO) serves Moscow, Russia, in the Europe fuel pricing region. It provides essential air connectivity for travelers in the area.
SVO is the IATA airport code for Sheremetyevo International Airport, located in Moscow, Russia. The airport is situated at coordinates 55.9726°N, 37.4146°E. The current jet fuel price in the Europe region is $5.51/gallon as of 2026-05-16.
Current Jet Fuel Price (Europe)
$5.51/gallon
⚠️ Global Fuel Price Surge 2026: Prices affected by 108%
Airport Information
- IATA Code
- SVO
- City
- Moscow
- Country
- Russia
- Timezone
- Europe/Moscow
- Latitude
- 55.9726°
- Longitude
- 37.4146°
- Type
- airport
- Fuel Region
- Europe
Flight Distances & Estimated Fuel Costs from SVO
Estimated fuel costs based on current jet fuel prices and standard narrowbody aircraft consumption.
| Destination | Distance | Est. Fuel Cost | Fuel Surcharge* |
|---|---|---|---|
| CKL - Shchyolkovo | 42 km | $648 | $1/passenger |
| VKO - Moscow | 43 km | $663 | $1/passenger |
| OSF - Moscow | 52 km | $802 | $2/passenger |
| BKA - Moscow | 56 km | $864 | $2/passenger |
| ZIA - Ramenskoe | 66 km | $1,018 | $2/passenger |
| DME - Moscow | 70 km | $1,080 | $2/passenger |
| KLD - Tver | 139 km | $2,144 | $4/passenger |
| KLF - Kaluga | 172 km | $2,654 | $5/passenger |
| IWA - Ivanovo | 242 km | $3,734 | $7/passenger |
| IAR - Yaroslavl | 243 km | $3,749 | $7/passenger |
| RYB - Rybinsk | 254 km | $3,919 | $8/passenger |
| KMW - Kostroma | 298 km | $4,598 | $9/passenger |
| OEL - Oakley | 350 km | $5,400 | $11/passenger |
| LNX - Smolensk | 363 km | $5,600 | $11/passenger |
| CEE - Cherepovets | 369 km | $5,693 | $11/passenger |
| BZK - Bryansk | 371 km | $5,724 | $11/passenger |
| LPK - Lipetsk | 389 km | $6,001 | $12/passenger |
| GOJ - Nizhniy Novgorod | 396 km | $6,109 | $12/passenger |
| VGD - Vologda | 398 km | $6,140 | $12/passenger |
| VLU - Velikiye Luki | 424 km | $6,541 | $13/passenger |
| TBW - Tambow | 440 km | $6,788 | $14/passenger |
| VTB - Vitebsk | 454 km | $7,004 | $14/passenger |
| URS - Kursk | 475 km | $7,328 | $15/passenger |
| VOZ - Voronezh | 477 km | $7,359 | $15/passenger |
| MVQ - Mogilev | 518 km | $7,992 | $16/passenger |
| SKX - Saransk | 537 km | $8,285 | $17/passenger |
| GME - Gomel | 565 km | $8,717 | $17/passenger |
| PKV - Pskov | 583 km | $8,995 | $18/passenger |
| PEZ - Penza | 584 km | $9,010 | $18/passenger |
| EGO - Belgorod | 595 km | $9,180 | $18/passenger |
| LED - St. Petersburg | 599 km | $9,241 | $18/passenger |
| CSY - Cheboksary | 617 km | $9,519 | $19/passenger |
| MSQ - Minsk 2 | 642 km | $9,905 | $20/passenger |
| JOK - Yoshkar-Ola | 651 km | $10,044 | $20/passenger |
| CEJ - Chernigov | 654 km | $10,090 | $20/passenger |
| DGP - Daugavpils | 668 km | $10,306 | $21/passenger |
| MHP - Minsk | 672 km | $10,368 | $21/passenger |
| HRK - Kharkov | 677 km | $10,445 | $21/passenger |
| PES - Petrozavodsk | 683 km | $10,537 | $21/passenger |
| TAY - Tartu | 696 km | $10,738 | $21/passenger |
| ULV - Ulyanovsk | 712 km | $10,985 | $22/passenger |
| PLV - Poltava | 740 km | $11,417 | $23/passenger |
| KZN - Kazan | 742 km | $11,448 | $23/passenger |
| VUS - Veliky Ustyug | 742 km | $11,448 | $23/passenger |
| ULY - Ulyanovsk | 743 km | $11,463 | $23/passenger |
| RTW - Saratov | 749 km | $11,556 | $23/passenger |
| KBP - Kiev | 761 km | $11,741 | $23/passenger |
| GML - Kiev | 765 km | $11,802 | $24/passenger |
| KVX - Kirov | 770 km | $11,880 | $24/passenger |
| IEV - Kiev | 773 km | $11,926 | $24/passenger |
* Estimated fuel surcharge per passenger. Actual surcharges vary by airline and booking class.
How Jet Fuel Prices Affect Your SVO Flights
Jet fuel typically accounts for 25-35% of airline operating costs. When fuel prices rise due to global events like conflicts or supply disruptions, airlines pass these costs to passengers through fuel surcharges.
Currently, the Europe region has jet fuel priced at $5.51/gallon. This is approximately 108% higher than normal due to Brent crude elevated. EIA Gulf Coast jet fuel at $5.21/gal (2026-05-16). Airlines implementing surcharges globally. IATA reports $175/barrel global average.
Tips to Save on Flights from SVO
- Book during periods of lower fuel prices (typically Q1)
- Choose airlines with fuel-efficient aircraft (787, A350)
- Consider nearby alternative airports
- Book direct flights to avoid multiple fuel surcharges
Climate & Weather at Moscow
Moscow has a subarctic or polar climate with long, cold winters and brief, cool summers. Winter temperatures can drop well below -20°C (-4°F), and severe weather can impact flight operations. During winter months, it's advisable to monitor weather forecasts closely and allow extra time for potential delays or diversions.
Traveler Guide: Flying Through SVO
As a European airport, SVO falls within the Europe fuel pricing zone. European airports typically offer excellent rail and public transit connections to city centers. If traveling within the Schengen Area, border checks are minimal for intra-Schengen flights. Travelers from outside the EU/Schengen zone should ensure visa requirements are met before departure.
Planning Your Trip via SVO
- Arrival time: Arrive 2 hours early for domestic flights, 3 hours for international flights at Sheremetyevo International Airport
- Ground transportation: Check current gasoline costs for driving to/from SVO
- Fuel impact awareness: The Europe region currently prices jet fuel at $5.51/gallon — compare this with other regions to understand route pricing
- Alternative airports: The nearest airports to SVO are CKL, VKO, OSF — consider these for potentially lower fares