Cheap Flights from Chisinau to Bucharest Starting at $20

Flights from Chisinau to Bucharest are operated by several airlines — LC Busre SAC, HiSky, and Tarom. This allows passengers to flexibly choose flights based on departure time, cost, and additional services. The minimum ticket price starts at $20, making this destination accessible to travelers with different budgets. We help compare all available options in real time, so you can book tickets at the best value for money. The service ensures transparent search and lets you book affordable flights in just a few clicks.

Chișinău International Airport (KIV) is Moldova’s main international gateway and typically handles a mix of full-service and low-cost carriers serving regional and European routes. It functions as the country’s primary hub for international travel rather than a major transfer point, so fares can be competitive for direct flights but vary with season. The airport sits roughly 13–15 km northeast of the city center; taxis usually take 15–30 minutes depending on traffic, with typical fares in the mid-range for the region, while minibuses and buses take 25–40 minutes for a lower cost. Pros: compact terminal, relatively straightforward check-in and arrivals. Cons: limited late-night transport options and fewer lounge/amenity choices than larger hubs.

Bucharest is primarily served by Henri Coandă International Airport (OTP), the country’s main international gateway and hub for full-service and low-cost carriers alike, typically handling most long-haul and European flights. Located about 16–18 km north of the city center, travel times to central Bucharest usually range from 25 to 50 minutes depending on traffic; options include express train (around 20–30 minutes, modest fares), regional train or bus (30–60 minutes, low fares), taxis and ride-hailing (30–45 minutes, fares vary). Pros: comprehensive services, many connections and airline choices. Cons: can be busy at peak times and transfer times to the city vary with road congestion. Aurel Vlaicu International (Băneasa) used to handle commercial flights and now serves mostly business, general aviation and a small number of charter or seasonal services, positioning it as a smaller, more domestic-oriented field close to the city. It sits roughly 8–10 km north of central Bucharest, so surface transfers are short—taxi or ride-hail trips typically take 15–25 minutes—and local buses connect the area at low cost. Pros: proximity to the center and quicker transfers for light traffic; cons: limited scheduled commercial service and fewer on-site amenities compared with the main airport.