Flying from Istanbul to Chisinau Airport (RMO): What you need to know
There are a couple of main airports where your trip can begin in Istanbul. Explore your options leaving from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) or Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) when reserving your flight from Istanbul to Chisinau Airport (RMO).
Around 1 hour 35 minutes is how long you'll be in the air on a direct Istanbul to Chisinau Airport flight.
Chisinau is one hour behind Istanbul. Chisinau Airport is located in Chisinau, which follows the UTC+2 timezone.
The most popular route is from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to Chisinau Airport (RMO), with 35 direct weekly services. If you want to be on your way right away, the earliest flight from IST to RMO is the 1:20am Turkish Airlines service. If you need some extra time before takeoff, the last departure is at 8:10pm with Turkish Airlines.
Give yourself plenty of time to make your flight from Istanbul to RMO. Generally, it's best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Peak travel periods mean busier airports, so aim to get there even earlier. Give yourself at least two hours before a domestic flight and four hours for international journeys to stick to your schedule.
Airports in Istanbul
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) will have you travelling directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from Istanbul to Chisinau Airport (RMO) depart from this terminal.
You can get away on a direct flight from Istanbul to Chisinau Airport with Turkish Airlines. This top carrier operates departures from IST.
Turkish Airlines sees the most traveller bookings for flights from IST to RMO.
IST is about 48 kilometres from central Istanbul. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 50 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're using public transport, expect the travel time to be around 1 hour 45 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel near Istanbul Ataturk Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Istanbul to Chisinau Airport, these accommodation options will put you just around the corner from the terminal:
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
You can book a direct Istanbul to Chisinau Airport (RMO) flight ticket out of Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW). Work out whether leaving from SAW works best for your plans.
Board your direct flight from Istanbul to RMO with Pegasus. This is one of the top carriers that operates this route out of SAW.
Pegasus ranks number one in bookings on the SAW to RMO route.
You can get to SAW from the centre of Istanbul in approximately 55 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport will take roughly 1 hour 30 minutes to cover the 48 kilometres or so.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before boarding your Istanbul to RMO flight? Kick back in a hotel near Sabiha Gokcen International Airport before your holiday officially starts. These stays are calling your name:
As far as flight punctuality goes, Sabiha Gokcen International Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 76.93%.
About Chisinau Airport (RMO)
If you have a late flight from Istanbul to Chisinau Airport, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these hotels near RMO:
To get the best deal, reserve your vehicle around two weeks in advance of your Istanbul to Chisinau Airport flight.
Getting from Chisinau Airport (RMO) to central Chisinau
Chisinau Airport is roughly 10 kilometres from central Chisinau. How long it'll take to get to the centre in a car hire or cab will depend on the time of day. Do some research before your trip.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey of around 45 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul to Chisinau Airport (RMO)
ج.م. 951 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Istanbul to Chisinau Airport. Return flights start from ج.م. 1,808. These prices can change based on availability.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Istanbul to RMO if you book in advance. Airlines often have some great early bird deals.
Affordable Istanbul to Chisinau Airport tickets are easier to find when your travel dates are flexible. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare fares across each month and then pick the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Istanbul to Chisinau Airport (RMO)
Work out your travel style before deciding when to book your flight from Istanbul to Chisinau Airport (RMO). Chisinau buzzes in peak season, but hotel and flight prices are typically higher and attractions can get crowded. Visit in the off-season if you prefer a quieter vibe.
The warmest month in Chisinau is August, with temperatures ranging between 15ºC and 32ºC. Lock in your Istanbul to RMO flight ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
Search for cheap tickets from Istanbul to Chisinau Airport in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -7ºC and 6ºC.
More about Chisinau
Start your Chisinau trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Istanbul to Chisinau Airport, browse our selection of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to see and do in this city, it can be hard to know where to begin. ATU Winery, Stephen the Great Monument and National Palace are popular attractions which should feature on any well-planned Chisinau itinerary.
Explore more of Moldova
Cahul is just one of the many cities in Moldova waiting to be explored after you've seen Chisinau. Around 129 kilometres away to the south-west, popular attractions include Parcul Central, Focul Veșnic, Biserica Emanuel and La Gura Cuptorului.
Soroca is another must-experience destination in Moldova and is around 145 kilometres north of Chisinau. No trip is complete without seeing Soroca Fortress, Parcul Mihai Eminescu . And Parcul Central din Soroca.
