CRA - Craiova Airport
Craiova, Romania
IATA Code: CRA · Craiova, Romania
The airport code CRA is the IATA identifier for Craiova Airport. You may also find it referred to as Craiova Airport (CRA).
Craiova Airport (CRA) serves Craiova, Romania, in the Europe fuel pricing region. It provides essential air connectivity for travelers in the area.
CRA is the IATA airport code for Craiova Airport, located in Craiova, Romania. The airport is situated at coordinates 44.3181°N, 23.8886°E. The current jet fuel price in the Europe region is $5.51/gallon as of 2026-05-16.
Current Jet Fuel Price (Europe)
$5.51/gallon
⚠️ Global Fuel Price Surge 2026: Prices affected by 108%
Airport Information
- IATA Code
- CRA
- City
- Craiova
- Country
- Romania
- Timezone
- Europe/Bucharest
- Latitude
- 44.3181°
- Longitude
- 23.8886°
- Type
- airport
- Fuel Region
- Europe
Flight Distances & Estimated Fuel Costs from CRA
Estimated fuel costs based on current jet fuel prices and standard narrowbody aircraft consumption.
| Destination | Distance | Est. Fuel Cost | Fuel Surcharge* |
|---|---|---|---|
| SBZ - Sibiu | 164 km | $2,530 | $5/passenger |
| BBU - Bucharest | 177 km | $2,731 | $5/passenger |
| OTP - Bucharest | 177 km | $2,731 | $5/passenger |
| CSB - Caransebes | 178 km | $2,746 | $5/passenger |
| SOF - Sofia | 184 km | $2,839 | $6/passenger |
| GOZ - Gorna Orechovica | 196 km | $3,024 | $6/passenger |
| INI - Nis | 196 km | $3,024 | $6/passenger |
| TGM - Tirgu Mures | 242 km | $3,734 | $7/passenger |
| SZR - Stara Zagora | 259 km | $3,996 | $8/passenger |
| TSR - Timisoara | 260 km | $4,011 | $8/passenger |
| PDV - Plovdiv | 262 km | $4,042 | $8/passenger |
| CLJ - Cluj-napoca | 275 km | $4,243 | $8/passenger |
| JAM - Yambol | 287 km | $4,428 | $9/passenger |
| BEG - Belgrade | 289 km | $4,459 | $9/passenger |
| ARW - Arad | 291 km | $4,490 | $9/passenger |
| BJY - Batajnica | 295 km | $4,551 | $9/passenger |
| PRN - Pristina | 301 km | $4,644 | $9/passenger |
| SKP - Skopje | 320 km | $4,937 | $10/passenger |
| VAR - Varna | 338 km | $5,215 | $10/passenger |
| OMR - Oradea | 338 km | $5,215 | $10/passenger |
| BCM - Bacau | 340 km | $5,246 | $10/passenger |
| QND - Novi Sad | 341 km | $5,261 | $11/passenger |
| BOJ - Bourgas | 351 km | $5,415 | $11/passenger |
| CND - Constanta | 366 km | $5,647 | $11/passenger |
| BAY - Baia Mare | 373 km | $5,755 | $12/passenger |
| KVA - Kavala | 383 km | $5,909 | $12/passenger |
| SUJ - Satu Mare | 384 km | $5,924 | $12/passenger |
| TCE - Tulcea | 390 km | $6,017 | $12/passenger |
| DEB - Debrecen | 394 km | $6,079 | $12/passenger |
| TZL - Null | 411 km | $6,341 | $13/passenger |
| OSI - Osijek | 420 km | $6,480 | $13/passenger |
| SCV - Suceava | 420 km | $6,480 | $13/passenger |
| AXD - Alexandroupolis | 421 km | $6,495 | $13/passenger |
| SKG - Thessaloniki | 429 km | $6,619 | $13/passenger |
| IAS - Iasi | 430 km | $6,634 | $13/passenger |
| OHD - Ohrid | 433 km | $6,680 | $13/passenger |
| TGD - Podgorica | 434 km | $6,696 | $13/passenger |
| SJJ - Sarajevo | 447 km | $6,896 | $14/passenger |
| CWC - Chernovtsk | 467 km | $7,205 | $14/passenger |
| TIA - Tirana | 469 km | $7,236 | $14/passenger |
| TIV - Tivat | 469 km | $7,236 | $14/passenger |
| KZI - Kozani | 479 km | $7,390 | $15/passenger |
| PEV - Pécs-Pogány | 480 km | $7,405 | $15/passenger |
| KSO - Kastoria | 481 km | $7,421 | $15/passenger |
| TEQ - Çorlu | 483 km | $7,452 | $15/passenger |
| KIV - Chisinau | 488 km | $7,529 | $15/passenger |
| BZY - Saltsy | 493 km | $7,606 | $15/passenger |
| DBV - Dubrovnik | 494 km | $7,621 | $15/passenger |
| UDJ - Uzhgorod | 496 km | $7,652 | $15/passenger |
| BUD - Budapest | 498 km | $7,683 | $15/passenger |
* Estimated fuel surcharge per passenger. Actual surcharges vary by airline and booking class.
How Jet Fuel Prices Affect Your CRA Flights
Jet fuel typically accounts for 25-35% of airline operating costs. When fuel prices rise due to global events like conflicts or supply disruptions, airlines pass these costs to passengers through fuel surcharges.
Currently, the Europe region has jet fuel priced at $5.51/gallon. This is approximately 108% higher than normal due to Brent crude elevated. EIA Gulf Coast jet fuel at $5.21/gal (2026-05-16). Airlines implementing surcharges globally. IATA reports $175/barrel global average.
Tips to Save on Flights from CRA
- Book during periods of lower fuel prices (typically Q1)
- Choose airlines with fuel-efficient aircraft (787, A350)
- Consider nearby alternative airports
- Book direct flights to avoid multiple fuel surcharges
Climate & Weather at Craiova
Craiova experiences a temperate climate with distinct seasons. Summers are generally pleasant (18-28°C / 64-82°F), while winters can be cold and may bring snow or ice that occasionally affects flight schedules. Travelers arriving in winter should be prepared for potential weather-related delays and dress in warm layers.
Traveler Guide: Flying Through CRA
As a European airport, CRA falls within the Europe fuel pricing zone. European airports typically offer excellent rail and public transit connections to city centers. If traveling within the Schengen Area, border checks are minimal for intra-Schengen flights. Travelers from outside the EU/Schengen zone should ensure visa requirements are met before departure.
Planning Your Trip via CRA
- Arrival time: Arrive 2 hours early for domestic flights, 3 hours for international flights at Craiova Airport
- Ground transportation: Check current gasoline costs for driving to/from CRA
- Fuel impact awareness: The Europe region currently prices jet fuel at $5.51/gallon — compare this with other regions to understand route pricing
- Alternative airports: The nearest airports to CRA are SBZ, BBU, OTP — consider these for potentially lower fares