Chişinău International Airport
Daylight today(Aug 29, 2026, local time)
About 13h 32m of daylight. Civil twilight (dawn/dusk) approximates the FAA definition of night for logging and currency. Times are computed and approximate — verify with official sources.
About Chişinău International Airport
Chișinău Eugen Doga International Airport is Moldova's main international airport, located 13 kilometres southeast of the centre of Chișinău, the capital city. It is the 13th-busiest airport in post-Soviet states as well as 85th-busiest airport in Europe. It is the only airport in Moldova with regular passenger flights.
Summary from Wikipedia, photo via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC BY-SA.
Live weather
LUKKNOTAMs
LUKKReference only — not an official briefing. Always obtain a certified briefing (e.g. 1800wxbrief.com / your AIS) before flight.
NOTAM data via the FAA NOTAM system.
Live departures & arrivals
Flight data by AeroDataBox. Times are estimates — not for navigation; confirm with the airline.
Where you can fly from here
Current scheduled routes & daily frequency by AeroDataBox. Approximate — confirm bookable schedules with the airline.
Live traffic nearby
Aircraft currently within ~40 nm, from live ADS-B. Positions are approximately real-time — not for navigation.
Live ADS-B by adsb.lol & the OpenSky Network. Not for navigation.
Map
Runway centrelines, navaids and overlapping airspace. Tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors. Reference only — not for navigation.
Runways (2)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08 / 26 | 11,778 ft / 3,590 m | 148 ft | Con | Lighted | Open |
| 09 / 27 | 7,818 ft / 2,383 m | 148 ft | Con | Lighted | Open |
Radio frequencies (4)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| APP | APP | 125.900 MHz |
| ATIS | ATIS | 133.700 MHz |
| GND | GND | 121.800 MHz |
| TWR | TWR | 118.100 MHz |
Services & operations
Parking is open 24/7.
From the airport’s official website — details may change, so confirm with the airport. Official site
Navaids(1)
Airspace in this area(6)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CHISINAU CTA | Class C | Controlled | 4000 ft MSL | FL660 |
| CHISINAU TMA-2 | Class C | Controlled | 2500 ft MSL | FL095 |
| CHISINAU TMA-1 | Class C | Controlled | 1500 ft MSL | 2500 ft MSL |
| LUKK CTR | Class C | CTR | GND | 2500 ft MSL |
| LU-D6 DUBASARI H24 | Special use | Danger | GND | FL055 |
| LU-D15 CALARASI | Special use | Danger | GND | FL055 |
Approximate bounding-box match from OpenAIP · all Moldova airspace. Reference only — consult official charts for exact boundaries and status.
Weather by month
Share of VFR / marginal-VFR / IFR / low-IFR conditions by month over the last 8 years, with the prevailing wind and typical density altitude. Historical climatology — not a forecast.
Prevailing wind: N (from about 0°), on 18% of observations, averaging 8 kt.
| Month | VFR / MVFR / IFR / LIFR | % VFR | Median DA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 52% | -1,379 ft | |
| Feb | 63% | -1,299 ft | |
| Mar | 76% | -747 ft | |
| Apr | 86% | -74 ft | |
| May | 91% | 610 ft | |
| Jun | 94% | 1,292 ft | |
| Jul | 96% | 1,530 ft | |
| Aug | 98% | 1,471 ft | |
| Sep | 93% | 713 ft | |
| Oct | 78% | -58 ft | |
| Nov | 46% | -829 ft | |
| Dec | 36% | -1,232 ft |
VFR MVFR IFR LIFR· density altitude ranges ~-1,379–1,530 ft through the year· Source: NWS/IEM ASOS archive.
Tall obstacles nearby
| Obstacle | Height AGL | Top (MSL) | Lit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Turnul de televiziune din Chișinău | 643 ft | 676 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 492 ft | 318 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 394 ft | 121 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 328 ft | 138 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 253 ft | 367 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 371 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 449 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 364 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Chişinău International Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Chişinău International Airport?
The ICAO code for Chişinău International Airport is LUKK, and its IATA code is RMO.
Where is Chişinău International Airport located?
Chişinău International Airport is large airport located in Chişinău, Moldova, at an elevation of 399 ft (122 m).
How many runways does Chişinău International Airport have?
Chişinău International Airport has 2 runways, the longest being 11,778 ft / 3,590 m.
What time zone is Chişinău International Airport in?
Chişinău International Airport is in the Europe/Chisinau time zone (UTC+03:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Chişinău International Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Chişinău International Airport is approximately 7.3° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Chişinău International Airport?
The nearest airport to Chişinău International Airport is Horeshti Airfield (MD-0003), about 5.6 nm to the ssw, followed by Vadul lui Voda Airfield and Tiraspol Airfield.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Chişinău International Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.