World Cup 2018 Part 5 – Vnukovo Airport: The fifth and final in our series of entry airports for the World Cup 2018, this dual-runway airport is located 28km Southwest of the center of Moscow. It will be a major gateway for operators planning missions to Russia for the FIFA World Cup taking place between June 14 and July 15.
Vnukovo International Airport
IATA code: VKO
ICAO code: UUWW
Latitude/ longitude: N55-36.0 / E037-16.4
Elevation: 686 FT / 209 M
Magnetic variation: 10E
AOE: Yes
Time zone: UTC + 3 hours
Operates: 24/7
Operational Information
PPR: Required
Permits: Landing permits are required for private and non-scheduled flights
Slots: Slots are required
Parking: Parking will be subject to availability
Alternative Airport: UUMO
Fuel: TS-1 is available
Visas: It is recommended to check visa requirements with your ITP as most nationalities require visas while traveling to Russia. However, crew visas can be obtained on arrival at this airport.
Non-EU nations that have bilateral agreements with the Russian Federation should contact their local Russian Consulate to confirm the VISA requirements.
Crew visas are available on arrival.
Fan ID: This document is required to access the stadiums throughout the World Cup. Please visit Fan ID website to for more information https://www.fan-id.ru/
Check out the operational information for Domodedovo International Airport here:
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