Pendik, Istanbul to Chişinău (SAW–RMO) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
While no nonstop service exists between SAW and RMO, connecting options are available through 24 hubs.
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Chişinău from Pendik, Istanbul
| Metric | SAW→RMO | IST→RMO |
|---|---|---|
| Distance from SAW | – | 40 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 0 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 0 | 7 |
Travel Essentials
SAW: +03 · RMO: EET
When it's 6:00 PM in Pendik, Istanbul, it's 5:00 PM in Chişinău.
Turkish passport holders enter Moldova visa-free for up to 90 days within any 180-day period. No advance application is needed. Passport must be valid for the duration of stay. You receive a stamp at immigration. A return or onward ticket and proof of accommodation may be requested.
At Chisinau International Airport (KIV), immigration is quick. Moldova is not part of the Schengen Area or the EU, so a Schengen visa is not required. Turkey and Moldova have a bilateral visa exemption agreement that covers tourism, business visits, and transit. If planning to work or study, arrange the appropriate permit through the Moldovan Embassy in Ankara before departure.
Turkish Airlines operates direct flights from Istanbul (IST) to Chisinau in about 2 hours 15 minutes. Pegasus Airlines and FlyOne also serve the route. Moldova uses the Moldovan leu (MDL), trading at roughly 2 MDL per TRY 1. ATMs are available in Chisinau. Card payments work at hotels, supermarkets, and restaurants in the capital. Outside Chisinau, carry cash. Minibuses (rutiere) connect Chisinau to all major towns. Moldova is known for its wine: the Cricova and Milestii Mici underground wine cellars are among the largest in the world and offer guided tours from about MDL 300 (TRY 150).
SAW–RMO Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Connecting Options and Alternatives
24 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 5 hours via EVN. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Istanbul (IST).