Originally Posted by
Chuvash
Answer is yes. I've done it twice. On your Transit visa application you should indicate "Transit to Japan" at some point, and they'll almost certainly ask to see the tickets.
From SVO you can get to Moscow on the express train, which is the best way to avoid Moscow's traffic, transfer on the green line and hop off at Teatralnaya to get to the red square.
It says on the airport's site that the access to the lounge is limited to 3 hours. Not sure if it's enforced but just be aware of it.
What I am worried about is the fact that I arrived at midnight, which means public transportation maybe limited and dangerous. That's the reason that I am trying to sort out a way to remain at the airport with comfort(if possible) and visit Moscow after dawn.
I have SkyTeam Elite Plus, which allows me to visit SU lounge.
On the websites, they say:
"your stay in the lounges is limited: no more than four hours before departure, except for transit/transfer passengers"
I understand it as I, as a transit passenger, am not confined to the four hours limitation. Is it correct?