Chișinău Eugen Doga Intl (LUKK/RMO) — Chisinau, Moldova, Republic of
Chișinău Eugen Doga Intl (LUKK/RMO) serves Chisinau, Moldova, Republic of. This is a mid-sized airport with 2 runways (08/26, 09/27). Field elevation is 399 ft AMSL. Data on this page is maintained by the aviation community — contribute to keep it accurate.
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Basic Airport Information
- ICAO: LUKK
- Name: Chișinău Eugen Doga Intl
- Type: medium_airport
- Category: International
- Latitude: 46.9277
- Longitude: 28.931
- Elevation: 399 ft
- Country: Moldova, Republic of
- Municipality: Chisinau
- IATA Code: RMO
- FAA Code: N/A
- FIR: LUUU
- Timezone: Europe/Chisinau
- Distance from City: 13.1 km
- VFR: Yes
- IFR: Yes
Runways
Runway 08/26
- Designation: 08/26
- Dimensions: 11778 X 148
- Surface: Concrete
- PCN: 051/R/C/W/T
- Lighting: HIRL, ALS, PAPI
- NAVAIDs: ILS/DME (110.30 RWY08 IRG, 109.90 RWY26 ILD), VOR-DME (KIV 113.70)
- Approach Types: ILS CAT II (RWY08), ILS CAT I (RWY26), RNAV (GNSS), VOR/DME
- Remarks: Primary runway. Blast pad 100m. ILS localizer sensitive area protected within 4NM from touchdown. LVP commenced when RVR 550m or less / ceiling at or below 200ft.
Runway 09/27
- Designation: 09/27
- Dimensions: 7818 X 148
- Surface: Concrete
- PCN: 055/R/C/W/T
- Lighting: Edge lights, ALS
- NAVAIDs: VOR-DME (KIV 113.70)
- Approach Types: VOR/DME RWY 09, VOR/DME RWY 27, RNP RWY 09, RNP RWY 27
- Remarks: Secondary runway. Opened Sep 2018. Activated only when RWY 08/26 is closed; used as Taxiway D when 08/26 is active. Aircraft vacate via TWY B1 then B2.
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Frequencies
- Tower: 118.100 MHz
- Ground: 121.800 MHz
- Operations: 125.900 MHz
- Traffic/Approach: 133.300 MHz
- ATIS: 133.700 MHz
Operation Hours
Chișinău Eugen Doga Intl operates 24 hours (H24). See all 24-hour airports worldwide →
- Extra Hours On Request: No
- Remarks: Airport and ATC H24. Admin hours Mon-Fri 06:00-15:00 UTC. DST: last Sunday Mar to last Sunday Oct (UTC+3 summer, UTC+2 winter).
Contacts
- AIS Tel: +373 22 502810
- ARO Tel: N/A
- MET Tel: N/A
- Admin Tel: +373 22 526060
- Health Tel: N/A
- Police Tel: N/A
- Authorities Tel: N/A
- Website: https://airport.md
- Remarks: Flight info: +373 22 525111. Customs: +373 22 811581. Immigration: +373 22 259717. Hotline: +373 22 525939 / [email protected]. Airport ops: [email protected], [email protected]. ATC (MoldATSA): +373 22 502805, [email protected]. Civil Aviation Authority: +373 22 823500, [email protected]. IATA code changed from KIV to RMO on 18 Jan 2024. Airport renamed to Eugen Doga International Airport on 17 Jul 2025, honoring composer Eugen Doga (1937-2025).
Slots / PPR
- Slot Required: No
- PPR Required: No
- PPR Contact: N/A
- Remarks: No slots or PPR required. Start-up clearance needed even for VFR flights.
Customs
- Open: 00:00
- Close: 23:59
- Phone: N/A
- Extra Hours On Request: No
- Remarks: Customs H24. Tel: +373 22 811581. Cargo terminal customs also H24.
Fees
- Landing Fee: EUR 7.00 per ton MTOW
- Parking Fee: 155 MDL per tonne MTOW per 24 hours
- Handling Mandatory: Yes
- Currency: MDL
- Remarks: Handling mandatory. Agents: Euro Jet (+420 233 343362), Aeroport Handling, MGH Ground Handling, Jetz Handling ([email protected]), FCG Ops ([email protected], +371 67 207721). GA handling+landing+parking approx EUR 50-100 for short stays.
Fuel Information
- Fuel Type: JET A-1
- Price/L: N/A
- Last Updated: 2026-04-04
- Remarks: Available H24. Advance arrangement recommended for large uplift.
- Fuel Type: 100LL
- Price/L: N/A
- Last Updated: 2026-04-04
- Remarks: Available from Jetz Handling (drums). Advance arrangement required.
Immigration
- Port of Entry: Yes
- GENDEC Required: Yes
- GAR Required: No
- Remarks: International port of entry. Immigration H24. Tel: +373 22 259717. General Declaration required on apron. Flight plan filing at least 2 hours ahead required. Email notification to airport with aircraft details required.
Restrictions
- Curfew Start: N/A
- Curfew End: N/A
- Noise Chapter Min: Chapter 3
- Remarks: Bird hazard at dusk and dawn. Wingspan >30m must use taxiways B2, D, C1 from parking. Fire category 7.
Alternates
LRIA
- ICAO: LRIA
- Name: Iasi
- Distance (NM): 55.7
- Has IFR: Yes
- Port of Entry: Yes
- Immigration Remarks: Non-Schengen EU airport. Full immigration checks on arrival at Iasi. Valid passport mandatory; visa requirements per national law.
LUBM
- ICAO: LUBM
- Name: Marculesti Intl
- Distance (NM): 63.3
- Has IFR: Yes
- Port of Entry: Yes
- Immigration Remarks: International port of entry at Marculesti. Immigration and customs clearance mandatory. Prior coordination recommended for GA flights.
LUCH
- ICAO: LUCH
- Name: Cahul Intl
- Distance (NM): 70.7
- Has IFR: Yes
- Port of Entry: Yes
- Immigration Remarks: Full border controls at Cahul Intl. Passport required for all arrivals. Visa requirements per national immigration law. Gen dec required 24h prior.
LUBL
- ICAO: LUBL
- Name: Balti Intl
- Distance (NM): 71.9
- Has IFR: Yes
- Port of Entry: Yes
- Immigration Remarks: International port of entry at Balti Intl. Immigration and customs clearance mandatory. Prior coordination recommended for GA flights.
UKOO
- ICAO: UKOO
- Name: Odesa
- Distance (NM): 77.9
- Has IFR: Yes
- Port of Entry: Yes
- Immigration Remarks: International airports are designated ports of entry. APIS submission required. Visa required for many nationalities. NOTE: Airport operational status must be confirmed due to ongoing conflict.
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Moldova, Republic of Permit Requirements
- Overflight Permit: Conditional
- Landing Permit: Yes
- Overflight Lead Time: 3 working days before planned flight
- Landing Lead Time: 3 working days
Overflight and landing permits required. Apply 3 working days in advance.
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Explore HistoryFrequently Asked Questions
- What is the tower frequency at LUKK?
- The tower frequency at Chișinău Eugen Doga Intl is 118.1 MHz.
- What fuel is available at LUKK?
- Chișinău Eugen Doga Intl offers JET A-1, 100LL.
- Does LUKK require landing permits?
- Yes, landing permits are required for Chișinău Eugen Doga Intl (Moldova, Republic of).
- Is customs available at LUKK?
- Yes, customs at Chișinău Eugen Doga Intl is available from 00:00 to 23:59.
- Where is LUKK located?
- Chișinău Eugen Doga Intl (LUKK) is located in Chisinau, Moldova, Republic of.
- What is the IATA code for LUKK?
- The IATA code for Chișinău Eugen Doga Intl is RMO.
- How long is the runway at LUKK?
- The main runway at Chișinău Eugen Doga Intl (08/26) measures 11778 X 148.
- Does LUKK have an ILS approach?
- Yes, Chișinău Eugen Doga Intl has ILS (Instrument Landing System) approaches on runway 08/26.
- Is LUKK a port of entry?
- Yes, Chișinău Eugen Doga Intl is a port of entry where international flights can clear customs and immigration.