Flying from Bucharest to Chisinau International Airport (RMO): What you need to know
Planning your trip begins with figuring out where you'll leave from in Bucharest. Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP) is the city's main base, so check out your options for reserving a flight from Bucharest to Chisinau International Airport (RMO) taking off from here.
Around 1 hour 5 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct Bucharest to Chisinau International Airport flight.
Bucharest and Chisinau (where Chisinau International Airport is located) share the UTC+2 timezone. That means you won't need to adjust your watch once you land.
The busiest route is Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP) to Chisinau International Airport (RMO). You can choose from 34 direct services each week.
Leave plenty of time to get on your flight from Bucharest to RMO. As a rule of thumb, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a peak month such as July? Major public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in Bucharest
Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP)
You can find a direct flight from Bucharest to Chisinau International Airport (RMO) departing from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP).
You'll have your choice of airlines offering direct flights from Bucharest to Chisinau International Airport leaving from OTP. Book your seat with one of these:
TAROM sees the most traveller bookings for flights from OTP to RMO.
OTP is around 16 kilometres from central Bucharest. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the journey time to be around 35 minutes.
Want a leisurely start to your journey? Stay near Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from Bucharest to Chisinau International Airport or prefer not to rush, these hotels are just what you're after:
78% of flights departing from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport reach their destination on schedule.
Baneasa Airport (BBU)
The distance from Bucharest's city centre to BBU is around 8 kilometres. Consider the available transport options and possible delays when planning the fastest way to get to the airport.
Get a head start on your holiday with an additional night away from home. Before catching your Bucharest to RMO flight, stay in one of these hotels close to Baneasa Airport:
The majority of flights that depart Baneasa Airport land at their destination as planned. It boasts a strong on-time performance rate of 82%.
About Chisinau International Airport (RMO)
Book a hotel close to RMO if you're catching a late flight from Bucharest to Chisinau International Airport. Pick one of these accommodation options and call it a night faster:
Booking your ride around two weeks ahead of your Bucharest to Chisinau International Airport flight can help you lock in a great deal.
Getting from Chisinau International Airport (RMO) to central Chisinau
From Chisinau International Airport, central Chisinau is around 13 kilometres away. It takes about 20 minutes to get to the city centre by car.
It'll take around 35 minutes if you're using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Bucharest to Chisinau International Airport (RMO)
₹ 2,755 is currently the best price for a one-way ticket from Bucharest to Chisinau International Airport. Return flights start from ₹ 4,602. These prices can change depending on demand and availability.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Bucharest to RMO if you book in advance. Airlines often have some great early bird discounts.
The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest Bucharest to Chisinau International Airport tickets across the month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your plans are flexible.
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The best time to fly from Bucharest to Chisinau International Airport (RMO)
February is the quietest month for flights from Bucharest to Chisinau International Airport (RMO), while August is the busiest. Figure out the best time to go to Chisinau based on whether you like a lively atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
When booking your Bucharest to RMO plane ticket, consider what kind of weather works for you. August is the warmest month in Chisinau, with temperatures ranging from 15ºC to 33ºC.
January has temperatures of between -7ºC and 8ºC. Search for cheap tickets from Bucharest to Chisinau International Airport around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Chisinau
Once you've booked your flight from Bucharest to Chisinau International Airport, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these options your base for exploring Chisinau:
Your Chisinau visit won't be complete without checking out the sights. Major attractions that belong on your itinerary include National Palace, Stephen the Great Monument and Triumphal Arch.
Explore more of Moldova
Chisinau has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of Moldova just waiting to be explored. Around 129 kilometres southwest of Chisinau, a trip to Cahul will keep your itinerary packed. Start with popular sights like Catedrala episcopală „Sfinţii Arhangheli Mihail şi Gavriil”, Muzeul Ţinutului Cahul and Mănăstirea Roșu "Sfânta Treime".
Around 145 kilometres north of Chisinau, Soroca is another favourite stop in Moldova. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Soroca Fortress, Catedrala serghianistă "Adormirea Maicii Domnului", Patriarhia Moscovei and Muzeul de istorie si etnografie "Nicolae Bulat".
