Sheremetyevo Halts Arrivals Until 08:00 MSK as Snowstorm Disrupts Operations

Record snowfall has slowed ground handling, prompting baggage delays with home delivery offered.

Overview

The airport announced the suspension of arriving flights in an early-morning Telegram post on January 10.
Temporary flight restrictions remain in effect until 08:00 MSK, according to the airport’s notice relayed by RIA Novosti.
Moscow was hit by a heavy snowstorm on Friday, with a daily precipitation record reported by local coverage.
Ground equipment is operating more slowly in the conditions, causing delays in processing and delivering bags to carousels on some flights.
Sheremetyevo said delayed luggage would be delivered to passengers’ homes to mitigate the disruption.