Travelling from Warsaw to Chisinau Airport (RMO): What you need to know
Warsaw has two main airports where you can start your adventure. Check out your options for reserving a flight from Warsaw to Chisinau Airport (RMO) taking off from Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW) or Warsaw-Modlin Airport (WMI).
1 hour 50 minutes is the average travel time for a direct Warsaw to Chisinau Airport flight.
Chisinau is one hour ahead of Warsaw. Chisinau Airport is located in Chisinau, which runs on the UTC+2 timezone.
The most popular route is from Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW) to Chisinau Airport (RMO), with 19 direct services every week. If you'd rather get moving right away, the earliest flight from WAW to RMO is the 6:10am Wizz Air service. If a later flight fits your day better, the final departure is at 6:30pm with Wizz Air.
Leave plenty of time to get on your flight from Warsaw to RMO. It's generally best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Delays at security and check-in are likely if you're jetting off during high season, so give yourself some extra breathing room. The recommendation for peak times? Arrive up to four hours early for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
Airports in Warsaw
Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW)
Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW) makes it easy to travel directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from Warsaw to Chisinau Airport (RMO) leave from this terminal.
When taking off from WAW, you can catch a direct flight from Warsaw to Chisinau Airport with LOT - Polish Airlines.
Most travellers prefer to fly with LOT - Polish Airlines from WAW to RMO.
Travelling from central Warsaw to WAW takes about 1 hour 10 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a cab, you'll cover the 8 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Want a leisurely start to your holiday? Stay near Frederic Chopin Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from Warsaw to Chisinau Airport or prefer not to feel hurried, these hotels offer the perfect solution:
When it comes to Frederic Chopin Airport's on-time performance, 77.68% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Warsaw-Modlin Airport (WMI)
WMI is about 40 kilometres from central Warsaw. It'll take 50 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 1 hour.
Taking off bright and early? Think about staying at one of these accommodation options near Warsaw-Modlin Airport the day before your Warsaw to RMO flight:
About Chisinau Airport (RMO)
If you have a late flight from Warsaw to Chisinau Airport, nothing tops the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these hotels near RMO:
For the lowest price, reserve your vehicle around two weeks in advance of your Warsaw to Chisinau Airport flight.
Getting from Chisinau Airport (RMO) to central Chisinau
Chisinau Airport is around 10 kilometres from central Chisinau. The time it takes to get to the centre in a car hire or cab depends on the time of day. Do a little research before you go.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey of around 45 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Warsaw to Chisinau Airport (RMO)
Right now, R 487 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Warsaw to Chisinau Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 974. Keep in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
To find cheap flights from Warsaw to RMO, book early. Airlines typically offer the most competitive fares when tickets first go on sale.
If you're flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the cheapest price across the month when searching for your Warsaw to Chisinau Airport ticket.
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The best time to fly from Warsaw to Chisinau Airport (RMO)
Visit Chisinau during peak season if you want the full experience, but remember that prices are typically higher. Alternatively, book your flight from Warsaw to Chisinau Airport (RMO) in the off-season for a quieter (and cheaper) experience.
Lock in a Warsaw to RMO plane ticket departing in August if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Chisinau to range from 15ºC (59ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Warsaw to Chisinau Airport in January when temperatures are between -7ºC (19ºF) and 6ºC (43ºF).
More about Chisinau
After booking your flight from Warsaw to Chisinau Airport, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Chisinau:
Your Chisinau trip won't be complete without checking out the sights. Major attractions that belong on your itinerary include ATU Winery, Stephen the Great Monument and National Palace.
Explore more of Moldova
You've done Chisinau, now it's time to explore more of Moldova. Journey around 129 kilometres south-west to Cahul to tick off its top attractions. From Parcul Central, Focul Veșnic to Biserica Emanuel and La Gura Cuptorului, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Soroca is another sought-after 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.
