Aeroflot few days Moscow stopover?

[edwardandtubs]

I've just seen a cheap Aeroflot ticket BKK-LON return. I wouldn't mind spending a few days in Moscow. Is it possible to arrange a longer stopover while keeping the same low fare?

[Mario2008]

Often depends on the ticket conditions if they will allow it. Best to ask the airline directly or your travel agent.

[craigt3365]

I've found layovers add a bit to the ticket price. As mentioned above, either call the airlines or have an agent help you out.

Moscow ain't cheap!!!!

[edwardandtubs]

Budget airlines are flying London to Moscow these days so I think it would be cheaper to do it that way on the return leg.

[MeowBundit]

You can ask airline first, but... Do you have a Russian visa? Moscow is not a Hong Kong, where a lot of nationals can go outside airport to enjoy shopping.

[andyandythai]

Check out the Visa situation first as its not as straight forward as other countries to get one, you need a letter of invitation and things like that to apply. I once looked at the same option and didn't bother in the end, it was too much hassle and costs soon add up! Depends how much you want to visit Moscow I suppose!!

Andy

[geordieman2]

Indeed, check your visa possibilities!

Been there/done that just a few months ago.

Getting a Russian tourist visa is a tad more complicated then a Thai visa, you need insurance, and two pieces of paper from a licensed Russian tour agency (tourist voucher and receipt).

Funnily enough, if you want a double entry visa you need to provide an HIV-free certificate!

Additionally, the Russian embassy in Bangkok only issues visa's to Thai nationals and to foreigners having either Thai residency, or a 1 year extension from immigration.