Travelling from Istanbul to Chisinau International Airport (RMO): What you need to know
Istanbul has two main airports where you can set off on your adventure. Explore your options for reserving a flight from Istanbul to Chisinau International Airport (RMO) leaving from Istanbul Airport (IST) or Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW).
Book a direct Istanbul to Chisinau International Airport flight and you'll be travelling for around 1 hour 35 minutes.
The timezone in Chisinau is UTC+2, which is one hour behind Istanbul. Chisinau International Airport is located in Chisinau.
Istanbul Airport (IST) to Chisinau International Airport (RMO) is the most popular route. There are 43 direct flights a week to choose from. If you have things to do before heading off, hop on the last flight with Turkish Airlines at 8:10pm. Choose the first IST to RMO departure with Turkish Airlines at 1:20am if you'd rather get a move on.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Be at the airport with enough time to catch your flight from Istanbul to RMO.
Travelling during a popular month such as August? Major public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Istanbul
Istanbul Airport (IST)
Take the express route from Istanbul Airport (IST). Direct flights from Istanbul to Chisinau International Airport (RMO) are available from here.
You'll find a direct flight from Istanbul to Chisinau International Airport with Turkish Airlines. This leading airline operates services from IST.
Most passengers prefer to book seats with Turkish Airlines from IST to RMO.
The journey from central Istanbul to IST takes around 1 hour 10 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a taxi, you'll cover the 40 kilometres in 45 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
In search of a convenient hotel near Istanbul Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Istanbul to Chisinau International Airport, these accommodation options will put you a quick hop from check-in:
Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
Think about kicking off your journey from Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW). You can book a direct Istanbul to Chisinau International Airport (RMO) plane ticket from this popular hub.
From SAW, direct flights from Istanbul to RMO are offered by Pegasus.
Pegasus Airlines is the top choice for travellers flying from SAW to RMO.
SAW is about 48 kilometres from central Istanbul. It'll take you 1 hour 5 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour 40 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before boarding your Istanbul to RMO flight? Relax in a hotel near Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport before your trip officially starts. These stays have your key waiting:
68% of all departures from Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport stick to their scheduled arrival time.
About Chisinau International Airport (RMO)
Reserve a hotel near RMO if you're catching a late flight from Istanbul to Chisinau International Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options and say goodnight sooner:
Booking your ride around two weeks in advance of your Istanbul to Chisinau International Airport flight can help you score a better rate.
Getting from Chisinau International Airport (RMO) to central Chisinau
Chisinau International Airport is around 13 kilometres from central Chisinau. It takes around 20 minutes or so to drive to the city.
It'll take around 35 minutes when travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul to Chisinau International Airport (RMO)
Right now, Rs14,543 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Istanbul to Chisinau International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is Rs31,406. Remember fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
To find cheap flights from Istanbul to RMO, book ahead. Airlines generally offer lower prices when flights first go on sale.
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The best time to fly from Istanbul to Chisinau International Airport (RMO)
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Istanbul to Chisinau International Airport (RMO). August is the peak month for travel to Chisinau. If you like your getaways a little more chill, think about going in February.
Book a Istanbul to RMO plane ticket departing in August if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Chisinau to range from 15ºC to 33ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from Istanbul to Chisinau International Airport in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -7ºC and 8ºC.
More about Chisinau
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Chisinau right here. Check out these options as soon as you've booked your flight from Istanbul to Chisinau International Airport:
Your Chisinau visit should come with a side of sightseeing. Major attractions that are worth your time include National Palace, Stephen the Great Monument and Triumphal Arch.
Explore more of Moldova
Cahul is just one of the many places in Moldova waiting to be discovered after you've seen Chisinau. Around 129 kilometres away to the southwest, its top attractions include Catedrala episcopală „Sfinţii Arhangheli Mihail şi Gavriil”, Muzeul Ţinutului Cahul and Mănăstirea Roșu "Sfânta Treime".
Around 145 kilometres north of Chisinau, Soroca is another essential stop in Moldova. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Soroca Fortress, Catedrala serghianistă "Adormirea Maicii Domnului", Patriarhia Moscovei and Muzeul de istorie si etnografie "Nicolae Bulat".
