Aeroport Metro Station opened in 1938 on Moscow’s Line 2 (Zamoskvoretskaya, green). The name is a historical hint rather than a travel promise: it comes from the nearby Khodynka Aerodrome, Moscow’s first airport.
The station interior is built as a single-vault hall with an aviation theme—most visibly through long, narrow relief strips that run through the vault like parachute slings.
Quick Facts
| Russian name | Аэропорт |
|---|---|
| Built / opened | 1938 |
| Architect(s) | V. Yershov and B. Vilensky |
| Address | Leningradsky Prospekt, Aeroport District, Moscow, Russia OpenStreetMap · Google Maps |
| District | Aeroport |
| Interchanges | Aeroport (Line 2 (Zamoskvoretskaya, green), the station itself, between Sokol and Dinamo, on Leningradsky Prospekt) |
| Opening hours | The Moscow Metro normally runs from early morning until around 1:00 at night, and the station is open to passengers during those hours.
Exact first and last train times were not confirmed, so check the Metro's official information (as of October 2026 – check the official site, mosmetro.ru). |
| Best time to visit | Mid-morning and early afternoon on weekdays are calmer, and late evening is quiet, which is the best time to look at the vault. The morning and evening rush hours are the busiest, when the platform is crowded.
The station works in every season, so it is a good stop on a cold or wet day. |
| Last updated | October 7, 2026 |
Why Visit Aeroport Metro Station?
For architecture and atmosphere. Aeroport Station is a rare kind of Metro interior: a single-vault hall designed around an aviation concept, with long relief strips that immediately “read” once you look up.
It also offers a quick, meaningful link to the area’s aviation past through its name—tied to Khodynka Aerodrome, Moscow’s first airport.
Highlights of Aeroport Metro Station
A hall with an aviation theme
The station’s aviation theme isn’t built around statues. Instead, the design is expressed through the hall shape and its relief work—something that reads clearly as soon as you look up.
Tip: Stand roughly in the middle of the platform and look directly at the vault overhead.
Single-vault platform hall
Aeroport uses a single-vault layout, giving the platform hall a wide, open feel rather than a forest of columns.
Tip: Compare your view from one end of the hall to the other—you’ll see how open it feels because of the vault structure.
Reliefs that resemble parachute slings
Long, narrow relief strips run through the vault area and are often likened to parachute slings—one of the station’s most recognizable visual details.
Tip: Follow the strips with your eyes along the length of the hall.
Named after the old Khodynka Aerodrome
The name “Aeroport” refers to the old Khodynka Aerodrome, not to today’s airports you might be planning to visit.
Tip: If you’re traveling to an airport, double-check station names—Vnukovo is served by Aeroport Vnukovo (Line 8).
Bus terminal nearby (Goraerovokzal)
Goraerovokzal (a bus terminal) in the Aeroport District has services toward major airports, which can be useful if you want to avoid changing within the Metro.
Tip: Check routes on the bus operator’s latest information; services can change.
Atmosphere
Aeroport Station has the feel of a working Metro stop: trains, announcements, and the echo of footsteps in a big, open space.
The single-vault hall makes the interior read as broad and airy when trains arrive and the crowd compresses and relaxes.
History of Aeroport Metro Station
Khodynka Aerodrome was founded on 17 June 1910 on Khodynka Field and served as Moscow’s main airport for decades before closing in 2003.
Aeroport Metro Station opened on 11 September 1938 as part of the Metro’s second stage. The station’s aviation theme is expressed through its single-vault design and relief strips running through the vault.
Tickets and Booking for Aeroport Metro Station
There’s no separate ticket just to enter Aeroport Station—it requires a standard Metro fare.
Reported fares for 2026 vary by payment type and source. To avoid surprises for international visitors, check the current fare and payment options on the official Moscow Metro website. Carrying some cash can help if you need to buy a fare at a ticket window.
- Troika card: typically sold and topped up at Metro ticket offices and machines, and also via the official Metro app (confirm the latest process).
- Contactless payments: reports vary on which cards work for foreign visitors; payment reliability can differ, so consider having a Troika card or cash as a backup.
- Buses to airports: handled separately by bus services at Goraerovokzal; fares and routes are not part of the Metro ticket.
Rush hours tend to be morning and evening on weekdays, so the station can feel crowded when you arrive.
Plan and Book
How to Get to Aeroport Metro Station
Aeroport is in Moscow’s Aeroport District on Leningradsky Prospekt.
- Metro: Aeroport (Line 2, Zamoskvoretskaya, green) between Sokol and Dinamo.
Specific exit-by-exit walking times to Khodynka Field and to Goraerovokzal were not verified. For a simple approach, use the station itself as your landmark and follow Leningradsky Prospekt north toward the Aeroport District.
Accessibility
Accessibility details (step-free routes, lifts, and exact depth/structure implications) were not confirmed. If you need step-free access or assistance, verify the latest information with the Moscow Metro through official channels before traveling.
Food Nearby
Leningradsky Prospekt and surrounding streets in the Aeroport District have cafés, restaurants, and shops. Specific venues and opening hours weren’t verified—check locally for the closest options.
What to Bring
Bring a camera or phone for the vault and the relief strips. It’s also practical to carry some cash in rubles in case you need to buy a fare at a ticket window.
Best Views and Photo Spots of Aeroport Metro Station
Middle of the platform, facing the vault
Look up at the vault and the aviation-themed relief strips running along it.
Best time: Mid-morning or early afternoon (often less crowded than rush hours).
Along the platform length, near one end
A longer, end-to-end view helps you understand the hall’s open, single-vault feel.
Best time: Late evening or between train arrivals when the platform clears slightly.
Photography Rules
Photography rules inside the station were not confirmed. In busy stations, expect crowded platforms—keep well back from the edge. Flash and tripods may be restricted in some Metro spaces, and drone rules in Moscow are strict and can change.
Family Suitability
Suitable for families who like visual puzzles and simple architectural details. The key is to keep children close at busy times, especially near the platform edge. Stroller access and lifts were not verified.
Moscow Vibes Tips
- If you came expecting to go to an airport, remember this station is named for the old Khodynka Aerodrome, not for Moscow’s current airports.
- For clearer photos of the vault, visit when the platform is less crowded (middle of the day tends to be calmer than rush hours).
- Take your time to look up: the most distinctive details are in the vault and the long relief strips.
- Use the line color and the adjacent stations (Sokol and Dinamo) to avoid mix-ups on Line 2.
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FAQ: Aeroport Metro Station
When did Aeroport Metro Station open?
Aeroport opened on 11 September 1938, as part of the Metro’s second stage.
Is Aeroport named for a current Moscow airport?
No. It’s named after the nearby Khodynka Aerodrome, Moscow’s first airport (founded in 1910 and closed in 2003). For Vnukovo Airport, use Aeroport Vnukovo on Line 8.
Which Metro line is Aeroport on?
Aeroport is on Line 2 (Zamoskvoretskaya, green), between Sokol and Dinamo.
What’s distinctive about the station interior?
It’s built as a single-vault hall with an aviation-themed design, including long narrow relief strips that resemble parachute slings.
Who designed the station?
The architects are given as V. Yershov and B. Vilensky.
Do I need a Metro ticket to enter?
Yes. There isn’t a separate “station entry” ticket—entering requires a Metro fare. See the booking and fares section for how to pay.
Are there buses from the area to airports?
There’s a bus terminal called Goraerovokzal nearby with services to major airports, but current routes are time-sensitive—check the operator’s latest information before relying on it.
How long does it take to see the station?
Plan about 10 minutes to look around the hall and get the key views of the vault and reliefs.
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