Chisinau is the capital of Moldova and one of the closest eastern European capitals to Turkiye. The centre gathers around Stefan cel Mare Boulevard, with parks, Soviet-era public buildings, a triumphal arch and a cathedral, while the best known draw sits just outside the city: the Cricova and Milestii Mici wine cellars, built into kilometres of limestone galleries. Turkish Airlines, Pegasus and AJet fly direct from both Istanbul airports, with flights from Antalya as well, and the flight from Istanbul takes about 1 hour 40 minutes. Turkish citizens can enter Moldova without a visa.
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See flights to Chisinau →When to visit Chisinau
May to June and September to October are the best stretches for the city and the vineyards. The harvest falls in early October, when National Wine Day is held. Summers are hot and dry and winters cold and snowy, while the cellars stay around twelve degrees all year.
Things to do in Chisinau
The Milestii Mici cellars
Ride through the underground galleries holding the bottle collection that entered the Guinness records.
The wine city of Cricova
Tour the underground wine city with its named streets and signposts, and see the tasting halls.
Stefan cel Mare Park
Walk the city's oldest park and follow the boulevard to the triumphal arch and cathedral square.
Orheiul Vechi
See the monastery cut into the cliff above a bend of the Raut river and the village below, about 60 km from the city.
The Central Market
Browse local cheeses, pickles and homemade wine at the Piata Centrala.
Moldovan cooking
Try mamaliga, placinta and the local table served with wine at the small restaurants.
Flights from Turkey to Chisinau
Chisinau is served by Chisinau International Airport (KIV), about 13 km from the city centre, reached in about 20 minutes by bus or taxi. There are direct flights from both Istanbul airports and from Antalya. Cricova is about 15 km from the centre and Milestii Mici about 20 km.
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Which airport serves Chisinau and how do I reach the city?
Flights land at Chisinau International Airport (KIV), about 13 km from the centre, reached in about 20 minutes by bus or taxi.
Are there direct flights from Turkiye to Chisinau, and is a visa needed?
Yes. Turkish Airlines, Pegasus and AJet fly direct from both Istanbul airports, with flights from Antalya too, and the flight takes about 1 hour 40 minutes. Turkish citizens can enter Moldova without a visa.
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