Introduction
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

Chisinau travel guide

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With 635,994 inhabitants, Chisinau is the most populous city in Moldova. It is the most popular tourist destination in the country. We recommend you stay at least 6 days in order to fully appreciate everything Chisinau has to offer.

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When to visit Chisinau

Chisinau in December
Estimated hotel price
C$ 215
1 night at 3-star hotel
Chisinau in December
Estimated hotel price
C$ 215
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Chisinau in July, when the average temperature is 20 °C, and the highest can go up to 25 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as -5 °C, with an average temperature of -2 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in June, when precipitation is around 70 mm. In contrast, January is usually the driest month of the year in Chisinau, with an average rainfall of 20 mm.

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How to Get to Chisinau

Plane

When flying to Chisinau, you’ll arrive at Chișinău Intl (RMO), which is located 11 km from the city centre

Train

Located 2.9 km from the city centre, Chisinau Chisinau central bus station is the busiest station in Chisinau. Another popular train station is Chisinau Chisinau central station, located 0.8 km from the centre.

Bus

The most popular bus station is Chisinau Autogara Nord, located 1.8 km from downtown Chisinau. Chisinau Mitropolit Varlaam is also a commonly used station, and is 1.4 km from the city centre.

Plane

When flying to Chisinau, you’ll arrive at Chișinău Intl (RMO), which is located 11 km from the city centre

Train

Located 2.9 km from the city centre, Chisinau Chisinau central bus station is the busiest station in Chisinau. Another popular train station is Chisinau Chisinau central station, located 0.8 km from the centre.

Bus

The most popular bus station is Chisinau Autogara Nord, located 1.8 km from downtown Chisinau. Chisinau Mitropolit Varlaam is also a commonly used station, and is 1.4 km from the city centre.

Airports near Chisinau

RMOChișinău Intl

Airlines serving Chisinau

Lufthansa
Good (7,046 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,334 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,791 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,446 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (781 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,069 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (967 reviews)
Eurowings
Good (276 reviews)
Pegasus Airlines
Good (621 reviews)
Air Serbia
Good (196 reviews)
Transavia France
Good (343 reviews)
airBaltic
Good (178 reviews)
EL AL
Good (532 reviews)
TAROM
Good (71 reviews)
Aegean Airlines
Excellent (739 reviews)
Wizz Air
Good (357 reviews)
Azerbaijan Airlines
Excellent (8 reviews)
Wizz Air
Good (1,051 reviews)
SunExpress
Good (164 reviews)
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Where to stay in Chisinau

From 5-star hotels such as the Radisson Blu Leogrand Chisinau to great affordable options like the Vila Iris, Chisinau offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around C$ 73 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to C$ 172 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Chisinau

Most booked hotels in Chisinau

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Bed & Breakfast Olsi
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
C$ 71+
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Vila Iris
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
C$ 66+
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Aria Hotel Chisinau
4 stars
Excellent (8.1, Excellent reviews)
C$ 43+
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Renting a car in Chisinau

Renting a car in Chisinau costs C$ 38 per day, on average, or C$ 228 if you want to rent it for 6 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 1% more expensive than at Chișinău Intl.

Expect to pay C$ 1.80 per litre in Chisinau (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between C$ 21.60 and C$ 28.80. The most frequently booked car type in Chisinau is Full-size (Volkswagen Multivan or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Mini rental cars (Kia Picanto or similar) are, on average, 49% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Chisinau costs C$ 38 per day, on average, or C$ 228 if you want to rent it for 6 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 1% more expensive than at Chișinău Intl.

Expect to pay C$ 1.80 per litre in Chisinau (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between C$ 21.60 and C$ 28.80. The most frequently booked car type in Chisinau is Full-size (Volkswagen Multivan or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Mini rental cars (Kia Picanto or similar) are, on average, 49% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

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