November 12, 2009
Rates guide

For more precise figures see descriptions of individual driver listed on the MAIN PAGE and double check with the individual driver.

Average figures that make sense to both clients and providers of these services are as follows:

An English speaking driver with e-mail, able to communicate with the client directly, may justifiably expect $80 for a ride from any one of Moscow's airports to the city center. Again, that applies to a driver who will be there ahead of time, who will not whine about waiting extra, and who will be able to orient the guest about usual touristy matters. The fee will normally includes parking and a reasonable amount of waiting but please double-check with your driver. On the way back to the airport that $80 type driver will have an hour extra just in case, will make sure your flight is there, help you find your way in the airport and otherwise do more than dumping your body and driving off. The trip will usually take a good part of a day so a lower price cannot be considered appropriate if the driver has to plan around your arrival or departure.

Be warned that from a gypsy cab driver you can easily get a ride for the equivalent of $40 in a crisis-hit Moscow. At the airport the average rate is an equivalent of $70-80.

Add something extra if going to the distant outskirts of the city. Waiting time is usually in the $20-25 range as of the last update of this page (November 2009).

The average fair rate between Sheremetyevo & Domodedovo is $120-140. On an average day it is a full day's project. 

Most drivers listed here are able to do errands like buying tickets or assisting you with shopping. Suitable "per errand" compensation is $25.

Given distances, traffic situation, and the cost of vehicle upkeep I consider the above rates "proper". If these are beyond what you can comfortably pay, take a chance with gypsy cabs or better see

 FROM SHEREMETYEVO BY PUBLIC TRANSIT

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FROM DOMODEDOVO BY PUBLIC TRANSIT
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