KIV - Chişinău International Airport
Chisinau, Moldova
IATA Code: KIV · Chisinau, Moldova
The airport code KIV is the IATA identifier for Chişinău International Airport. You may also find it referred to as Chisinau Airport (KIV).
Chişinău International Airport (KIV) serves Chisinau, Moldova, in the Europe fuel pricing region. It provides essential air connectivity for travelers in the area.
KIV is the IATA airport code for Chişinău International Airport, located in Chisinau, Moldova. The airport is situated at coordinates 46.9277°N, 28.9310°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
- KIV
- City
- Chisinau
- Country
- Moldova
- Timezone
- Europe/Chisinau
- Latitude
- 46.9277°
- Longitude
- 28.9310°
- Type
- airport
- Fuel Region
- Europe
Flight Distances & Estimated Fuel Costs from KIV
Estimated fuel costs based on current jet fuel prices and standard narrowbody aircraft consumption.
| Destination | Distance | Est. Fuel Cost | Fuel Surcharge* |
|---|---|---|---|
| IAS - Iasi | 103 km | $1,589 | $3/passenger |
| BZY - Saltsy | 134 km | $2,067 | $4/passenger |
| ODS - Odessa | 144 km | $2,222 | $4/passenger |
| BCM - Bacau | 160 km | $2,468 | $5/passenger |
| TCE - Tulcea | 208 km | $3,209 | $6/passenger |
| SCV - Suceava | 212 km | $3,271 | $7/passenger |
| NLV - Nikolayev | 227 km | $3,502 | $7/passenger |
| VIN - Vinnitsa | 258 km | $3,980 | $8/passenger |
| CWC - Chernovtsk | 266 km | $4,104 | $8/passenger |
| KHE - Kherson | 274 km | $4,227 | $8/passenger |
| CND - Constanta | 287 km | $4,428 | $9/passenger |
| KGO - Kirovograd | 308 km | $4,752 | $10/passenger |
| HMJ - Khmeinitskiy | 308 km | $4,752 | $10/passenger |
| OTP - Bucharest | 343 km | $5,292 | $11/passenger |
| KWG - Krivoy Rog | 345 km | $5,323 | $11/passenger |
| BBU - Bucharest | 348 km | $5,369 | $11/passenger |
| TGM - Tirgu Mures | 348 km | $5,369 | $11/passenger |
| CKC - Cherkassy | 358 km | $5,523 | $11/passenger |
| ZTR - Zhytomyr | 372 km | $5,739 | $11/passenger |
| IFO - Ivano-Frankivsk | 384 km | $5,924 | $12/passenger |
| SBZ - Sibiu | 392 km | $6,048 | $12/passenger |
| CLJ - Cluj-napoca | 399 km | $6,156 | $12/passenger |
| IEV - Kiev | 402 km | $6,202 | $12/passenger |
| KBP - Kiev | 406 km | $6,264 | $13/passenger |
| GML - Kiev | 419 km | $6,464 | $13/passenger |
| VAR - Varna | 420 km | $6,480 | $13/passenger |
| BAY - Baia Mare | 420 km | $6,480 | $13/passenger |
| UKS - Sevastopol | 437 km | $6,742 | $13/passenger |
| SIP - Simferopol | 442 km | $6,819 | $14/passenger |
| RWN - Rivne | 457 km | $7,051 | $14/passenger |
| SUJ - Satu Mare | 464 km | $7,159 | $14/passenger |
| UCK - Lutsk | 487 km | $7,513 | $15/passenger |
| CRA - Craiova | 488 km | $7,529 | $15/passenger |
| LWO - Lvov | 488 km | $7,529 | $15/passenger |
| DNK - Dnepropetrovsk | 489 km | $7,544 | $15/passenger |
| GOZ - Gorna Orechovica | 490 km | $7,560 | $15/passenger |
| OZH - Zaporozhye | 492 km | $7,591 | $15/passenger |
| BOJ - Bourgas | 497 km | $7,668 | $15/passenger |
| PLV - Poltava | 500 km | $7,714 | $15/passenger |
| CEJ - Chernigov | 523 km | $8,069 | $16/passenger |
| OMR - Oradea | 533 km | $8,223 | $16/passenger |
| UDJ - Uzhgorod | 533 km | $8,223 | $16/passenger |
| JAM - Yambol | 537 km | $8,285 | $17/passenger |
| CSB - Caransebes | 541 km | $8,347 | $17/passenger |
| DEB - Debrecen | 556 km | $8,578 | $17/passenger |
| SZR - Stara Zagora | 568 km | $8,763 | $18/passenger |
| ARW - Arad | 592 km | $9,133 | $18/passenger |
| TSR - Timisoara | 595 km | $9,180 | $18/passenger |
| ERD - Berdyansk | 595 km | $9,180 | $18/passenger |
| KHC - Kerch | 601 km | $9,272 | $19/passenger |
* Estimated fuel surcharge per passenger. Actual surcharges vary by airline and booking class.
How Jet Fuel Prices Affect Your KIV 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 KIV
- 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 Chisinau
Chisinau 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 KIV
As a European airport, KIV 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 KIV
- Arrival time: Arrive 2 hours early for domestic flights, 3 hours for international flights at Chişinău International Airport
- Ground transportation: Check current gasoline costs for driving to/from KIV
- 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 KIV are IAS, BZY, ODS — consider these for potentially lower fares