Romania’s air network links bustling regional centres, mountain resorts and the Black Sea coast, making it easy to move across varied landscapes. Whether you’re planning business travel, a city break or a seaside holiday, the country’s airports provide practical access to every region.
There are 15 Airports in Romania, ranging from Arad International Airport to Târgu Mureș Transilvania Airport. The list is organised with Codes (IATA/ICAO),Location (city, county),Traffic & notes (annual passengers yr; max 15 words), and you’ll find it below.
Which Romanian airports regularly handle international scheduled flights?
Major international services concentrate at Bucharest Henri Coandă, Cluj-Napoca, Timișoara, Iași and Constanța, with others offering seasonal or charter connections; always check current airline schedules and visa/entry rules before you travel.
Where do the passenger numbers and codes come from and how current are they?
Traffic figures and IATA/ICAO codes are drawn from airport reports and national aviation sources; years vary by entry, so use the listed “annual passengers (yr)” and consult the airport’s official site for the latest updates.
Airports in Romania
| Airport | Codes (IATA/ICAO) | Location (city, county) | Traffic & notes (annual passengers yr; max 15 words) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Henri Coandă International Airport | OTP/LROP | Bucharest, Ilfov | 12,400,000 (2023); Romania’s busiest international airport |
| Aurel Vlaicu (Băneasa) Airport | BBU/LRBS | Bucharest, Bucharest | 40,000 (2023); City airport, mainly business and general aviation |
| Avram Iancu Cluj International Airport | CLJ/LRCL | Cluj-Napoca, Cluj | 2,800,000 (2023); Major regional hub in north-west Romania |
| Traian Vuia Timișoara Airport | TSR/LRTR | Timișoara, Timiș | 1,700,000 (2023); Western Romania’s primary international airport |
| Iași International Airport | IAS/LRIA | Iași, Iași | 1,200,000 (2023); Key regional airport serving the Moldavia region |
| Sibiu International Airport | SBZ/LRSB | Sibiu, Sibiu | 800,000 (2023); Important for tourism, near Transylvania attractions |
| Craiova Airport | CRA/LRCV | Craiova, Dolj | 170,000 (2023); Regional airport with limited scheduled flights |
| Mihail Kogălniceanu (Constanța) Airport | CND/LRCK | Constanța, Constanța | 60,000 (2023); Military base with seasonal civil flights |
| Oradea International Airport | OMR/LROD | Oradea, Bihor | 130,000 (2023); Regional airport serving north-west Romania |
| Satu Mare Airport | SUJ/LRSM | Satu Mare, Satu Mare | 40,000 (2023); Small regional airport near Hungarian border |
| Baia Mare Airport | BAY/LRBM | Baia Mare, Maramureș | 90,000 (2023); Regional airport serving Maramureș county |
| Bacău Airport | BCM/LRBC | Bacău, Bacău | 160,000 (2023); Regional airport with charter and scheduled services |
| Suceava “Ștefan cel Mare” Airport | SCV/LRSV | Suceava, Suceava | 150,000 (2023); Northern regional airport serving Bukovina area |
| Târgu Mureș Transilvania Airport | TGM/LRTM | Târgu Mureș, Mureș | 120,000 (2023); Central Romania regional airport |
| Arad International Airport | ARW/LRAR | Arad, Arad | 13,000 (2023); Small international airport near western border |
Images and Descriptions
Henri Coandă International Airport
Serve as Romania’s busiest airport near Bucharest (Otopeni). Handle most international and long-haul flights. Offer rail, bus, and road links to the city and major airline services.
Aurel Vlaicu (Băneasa) Airport
Function as Bucharest’s secondary airport close to the city center. Host business, private, and some charter flights. Note limited commercial service and easy road access to central Bucharest.
Avram Iancu Cluj International Airport
Serve Cluj-Napoca and Transylvania as a major regional airport. Operate many international routes to Europe. Provide modern terminal services and ground transport to the city.
Traian Vuia Timișoara Airport
Serve Timișoara and the Banat region in western Romania. Operate domestic and international flights. Offer passenger and cargo services with good road and bus links.
Iași International Airport
Serve Iași and northeastern Romania near the Moldova border. Operate international and domestic routes. Provide a modern terminal and direct road connections to the city.
Sibiu International Airport
Serve Sibiu and central Romania, supporting tourism and business. Operate seasonal and regular international flights. Provide easy access to the historic city and nearby attractions.
Craiova Airport
Serve Craiova and the Oltenia region in the southwest. Operate domestic and selected international flights. Support regional travel, occasional charters, and some cargo operations.
Mihail Kogălniceanu (Constanța) Airport
Serve Constanța and the Black Sea coast near the city of Mangalia. Combine civilian seasonal flights with military use. Support summer tourism and charter services to coastal resorts.
Oradea International Airport
Serve Oradea and northwestern Romania near the Hungarian border. Operate regional international routes and low-cost services. Provide cross-border connections and local ground transport.
Satu Mare Airport
Serve Satu Mare and the northwest border area. Operate domestic and regional international flights. Support local travel and links to nearby hubs such as Budapest.
Baia Mare Airport
Serve Baia Mare and the Maramureș region in northern Romania. Handle regional domestic and some international flights. Provide access to mountain tourism and cultural sites.
Bacău Airport
Serve Bacău and the Moldavia region in eastern Romania. Operate domestic and international routes and occasional charters. Act as a regional transport hub with road connections to nearby cities.
Suceava “Ștefan cel Mare” Airport
Serve Suceava and the historical Bukovina region in the northeast. Handle international seasonal flights and domestic services. Provide access to cultural sites and mountain resorts.
Târgu Mureș Transilvania Airport
Serve Târgu Mureș and central-northern Romania in Transylvania. Operate domestic and regional international flights. Provide links for business travel and regional tourism.
Arad International Airport
Serve Arad and western Romania near the Hungarian border. Operate regional international and cargo flights. Support low-cost airlines, cross-border travel, and local freight services.
