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Iaşi International Airport

Iaşi, Romania

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Iaşi International Airport

Iaşi, Romania
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12
Routes out
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Destinations
LRIA
ICAO
411 ft
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Northeast Romania's primary gateway to Europe.

Opened
1933
Location
Iaşi, Romania
Iaşi International Airport (IATA: IAS, ICAO: LRIA) serves the city of Iaşi, the second-largest city in Romania and the cultural capital of Moldavia. Located approximately 8 kilometres northeast of the city centre, it is the main air hub for northeastern Romania and handles both domestic and international traffic. The airport has undergone significant modernisation and expansion over the years to accommodate growing passenger demand, particularly driven by the large Romanian diaspora travelling to and from Western Europe. It serves a range of destinations primarily across Europe, operated by low-cost and regional carriers. As one of Romania's busier regional airports, Iaşi International plays an important economic and connectivity role for the broader Moldavia region, linking the area to major European cities including Rome, London, Milan, and Vienna.
Terminals
The airport operates a single passenger terminal that has been expanded and modernised to handle increased traffic volumes.
Getting to & from
The airport is connected to Iaşi city centre by public bus services and taxi, with the journey taking approximately 20–30 minutes.
Airlines here
Major carriers operating at Iaşi include TAROM, Wizz Air, Ryanair, and Blue Air (historically), offering connections to numerous European destinations.
Notable facts
  • ›Iaşi is one of Romania's top five busiest airports by passenger traffic.
  • ›The airport serves a large diaspora community travelling to Italy, the UK, and other Western European countries.
  • ›It is located in close proximity to the Romanian-Moldovan border, making it a regional hub for cross-border travel.
  • ›The airport's runway was extended as part of modernisation efforts to accommodate larger aircraft.
  • ›Iaşi Airport handled over 1 million passengers annually in recent pre-pandemic years.
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Gateway to Moldova's historic capital on Romania's northeastern frontier

Iaşi International Airport serves one of Romania's oldest and most culturally rich cities, a university town and former princely capital near the Moldovan border. The airport has undergone significant modernisation over recent years to handle growing passenger volumes driven by the Romanian diaspora and regional tourism. It connects Iaşi to major European hubs, functioning as the primary air gateway for northeastern Romania.

Terminals
  • Passenger Terminal — A single modernised terminal handling all domestic and international arrivals and departures with standard facilities including check-in, security, and a small retail and food area.
Ground Transport
  • Public bus routes connecting the airport to the city centre
  • Taxi services available at the designated rank outside arrivals
  • Rideshare apps such as Bolt and Uber operating in Iaşi
  • Car rental desks from international and local providers inside the terminal
  • Private transfer services bookable in advance online
Nearby Hotels
  • Hotel Unirea Iaşi
  • Grand Hotel Traian
  • Ramada by Wyndham Iaşi City Centre
  • Hotel Moldova Iaşi
  • Crowne Plaza Iaşi
Dining

Inside the terminal, passengers will find a limited selection of cafés and snack bars suitable for light meals and beverages before departure. The city of Iaşi, roughly 8 kilometres away, offers far more extensive dining options including traditional Moldavian cuisine in the historic centre. Travellers with time to spare are encouraged to head into town for a fuller culinary experience.

Traveller Tips
  • Arrive at least 90 minutes before departure as the terminal can become congested during peak diaspora travel periods.
  • Bolt is generally cheaper and more reliable than street taxis for the journey into the city centre.
  • Iaşi's old town attractions including the Palace of Culture are easily visited on a layover of several hours.
  • Currency exchange rates inside the terminal are less favourable; use ATMs or exchange offices in the city.
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Route map (7 destinations)

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Routes

IAS → FCOAZ · 733
IAS → TRNAZ · 733
IAS → BLQAZ · 733
IAS → OTPAZ · AT7 AT5
IAS → VIEOS · DH4
IAS → BLQRO · 733
IAS → FCORO · 733
IAS → TLVRO · 733
IAS → TRNRO · 733
IAS → VIERO · DH4
IAS → LTNRO · 733
IAS → OTPRO · AT7 AT5
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Iași International Airport
Encyclopaedia

Iași International Airport is an international airport located in Iași, Romania, 8 km (5 mi) east of the city centre. One of the oldest accredited airports in Romania and the most important in the historical region of Moldavia, Iași Airport is the third-busiest airport in Romania in terms of passenger traffic.

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