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Transportation to Chisinau Airport from the City Center

 

Chisinau, the capital of Moldova, is a large industrial city located along the river Bâc. Chisinau International Airport opens its doors to passengers who want to visit Chisinau, Moldova's most developed and populated city. Chisinau is divided into two main regions, the old part of the city and the new part of the city, which is considered the city center. Stefan cel Mare Street and Stefan cel Mare Park make up the city center. The Chisinau railway station is located in the city center and is the only train station in the city. Despite the presence of railways, urban rail transportation is not provided in the city. Buses are not a very popular method of transportation within the city either.

Trolleybuses and minibuses called "rutiera" are very important methods of public transportation in the city. You need to buy tickets to travel on public transportation vehicles in the city. Once on board you must show your ticket to the ticket collector. You can purchase a single-use ticket or monthly tickets. Monthly tickets are a better option for those who are planning on a longer stay in the city.

Traveling by taxi or rental car are other convenient alternatives in addition to public transportation. You can get to the airport from the city center via private airport shuttles or minibuses. These vehicles depart from the city center, which is accessible via public transportation vehicles from almost any part of the city.

The airport is also accessible via taxi or rental car. Both alternatives provide direct and quick transportation from the city center to the airport.

Shuttle

Chisinau International Airport's own private shuttle provides transportation from the city center to the airport. The route starts at Dimitrie Cantemir Square, and continues to Ştefan cel Mare şi Sfînt Street, C. Negruzzi Street, Yuri Gagarin Street, Decebal Street, Dacia Street, and then ends at the airport.

Minibus (Rutieră)

Minibuses are the most convenient option to get to the airport from the city center. Minibuses cost the same as the airport shuttle services do, however they run more frequently than the shuttle does. Minibuses that provide transportation to the airport run every 10 minutes. Minibus line 165 passes by Ismail Street, Dimitrie Cantemir Street, Yuri Gagarin Ave., Decebal Street, Trandafirilor, and Dacia Ave before arriving at the airport.

Ticket prices are quite affordable but if you have a large suitcase you might have to pay an extra fee. Usually there is an assistant sitting next to the driver. If there is an assistant in the vehicle, and the vehicle does not have an automatic door system, the minibus doors are opened by that assistant.

There aren’t that many designated minibus stops but drivers will usually stop wherever you want to get off. However, according to new legislation issued recently, the driver is technically only allowed to let you off at designated minibus stops. Some minibus lines can travel on more than one route within the city. So it would be beneficial to follow the route display screen on board to understand where the vehicle is going. To hail a minibus in the street, simply raise your hand.

Trolleybus

The airport is not directly served by trolleybus from the city center. However, you can access minibus and airport shuttles that travel to the airport by trolleybus. One of the most important means of public transport in Chisinau is by trolleybus.

There are twenty-two trolleybus lines that operate in the city. These lines include, line 1 the str. Bariera Sculeni – str. Sarmizegetusa route, line 4 the Gradina Botanica – str. Zelinski route, line 5 the parcul "La izvor" route, line 17 the Schinossa 1 route, line 20 the str. Dokuceaev route, and line 28 the or. Durlești – bd. Gagarin route, all of which connect with the Chisinau railway station.

Bus

In Chisinau, traveling bus isn’t very common within the city. However, buses are a popular alternative for transportation between cities and to other countries. So if you want to travel to nearby areas from Chisinau, then traveling by bus is a convenient option. There are 3 bus terminals in Chisinau, the Central Station, Gara de Nord and Gara de Sud.

Train

Just as with buses, trains provide transit services between cities or between countries. Located in the city center, the Chisinau Central Railway Station provides public transportation services to Romania, Russia, Ukraine and other CIS countries.

Taxi

There are about forty taxi companies operating in the city. These companies provide transportation both within the city and outside of the city. You can easily hail a cab in the street or arrange one over the phone. When you contact the taxi company by phone often there is someone who speaks English. Taxi rates are much more expensive when compared to public transportation alternatives.

Rental Car

Another transportation alternative to get to the airport is by rental car. There are various rental car offices located in the city that you can choose from. Renting a car is a fast and convenient way to get to the airport. You can also reserve a vehicle in advance online.

Airport Information

Located 13 km southeast of the city center, Chisinau International Airport is Moldova's main international airport. The airport has a private area for VIP guests. This area features private car parking, free Wi-Fi access, and special service personnel that will take care of your flight operations.

Passengers who want to go shopping can enjoy a wide range of tax-free products at the Duty Free stores located at the airport.

The airport also offers passengers private conference rooms, children’s play areas, baby care rooms, medical aid units, and special areas throughout the terminal that offer free Wi-Fi.

Last Updated: 03 Apr 2017

Transportation to San Antonio City Center from Airport

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It is possible to travel to the city center from San Antonio International Airport within 20-35 minutes under normal traffic conditions.

Taxi, car rental, hotel shuttle and shuttle bus are among the alternatives offering the fastest transportation to the city center. If you prefer travelling by bus, it can take longer to arrive the city center. You should decide whether you want a comfortable and fast transportation or a budget-friendly transportation. Then, you can take the road to the city center.

Taxi

The cost of travelling to the city center from the airport by taxi is 27-29 dollars. If you are travelling as a crowded group and have much luggage, you can demand a larger taxi. There are taxi stands at the exit of the both terminals. The travel to the city center from the airport by taxi lasts about 20 minutes.

Ride-Sharing

You can easily get a ride by downloading Uber, Lyft or GetMe applications on your smart phone and get to the city center at a budget-friendly cost. Keep in mind that the prices can vary according to the company and hour. These vehicles pick passengers up from B-19 and B-20 points at the end of the Terminal B.

Car Rental

There are 9 car rental companies offering service at the airport. In the baggage claim area of the Terminal A, there are free phones that you can use to get in contact with the car rental companies. With the vehicle you rent, you can reach the city center in less than 20 minutes by following the directions. There are also 18 limousine rental companies for those who prefer travelling to the city center in a more comfortable way.

Shuttle

The Super Shuttle company offers private shuttle service from the airport to the main points of the city center and the hotels. This service is the most expensive transportation method that you can use to travel from San Antonio International Airport to the city center and other parts of the city if you are traveling with more than 2 people.

Travelling to the city center from the airport by private shuttle costs 19 dollars per person. If you are going to a place outside the city center and this is not a hotel, the cost can increase to 29 dollars. For this reason, if you plan to go to Riwer Walk or the bus station, it would be more cost-effective to give the name of a nearby hotel.

Bus

It is possible to reach the city center by getting on the bus route 5. The travel lasts about 35 minutes under normal traffic conditions. One-way ticket price is 1,30 dollars. The bus route starts operating at 05:00 am and offers service until 10:00 pm. Bus is among the most preferred transportation alternatives since many hotels in the city center are within walking distance to the bus stop.

Another important point to take into consideration is that the bus changes its number as 30 when it reaches the borders of the city center but passengers getting on the bus at the airport don’t have to pay any transfer fee. You can also buy a daily ticket by paying 2,75 dollars if you will again get on a bus in the rest of the day.

Hotel Shuttle

Hotels located around the airport offer free shuttle service for their guests and you can benefit from this service by specifying your demand in advance. However, the hotels in the city center don’t offer shuttle service for their guests. If you still demand a shuttle from your hotel, they can arrange you one for your transportation to your hotel.

Last Updated: 22 Feb 2018

San Antonio Intl. Airport

It is possible to reach the city center from San Antonio International Airport in 20-35 minutes under normal traffic conditions.

Taxi, rental cars, hotel shuttles and shuttle buses will take you to the city center in a shorter time while you only lose a maximum of 15 minutes if you prefer taking bus. You can evaluate your transfer options by deciding whether time and comfort or cost is more important to you.

Taxi

The cost of going to the city center from the airport by taxi is 27-29 dollars. If you are a crowded group or if you have a lot of baggage, you can ask for a bigger taxi. There are taxi stops at the exit of both terminals. You journey by taxi lasts 20 minutes on average.

Car-sharing

You can download Uber&Lift or GetMe applications to your smart phone and you can benefit from the shared-car opportunity in order to get to the city center at affordable prices. Please note that the prices may vary by the company and departure time. The shared cars pick their passengers from B-19 and B-20 points at the end of terminal B.

Rent a car

There are 9 car rental companies in the airport. At the baggage reclaim area of terminal A, you can also benefit from toll-free calls to contact the car rental companies. You can reach the city center in less than 20 minutes by following the US-281 S motorway. There are also 18 different limousine rental companies at the airport for those who prefer to travel more comfortably.

Shuttle Services

The Super Shuttle company offers private shuttle service from the airport to the hotels and main points in the city center. This service is the most expensive way to travel from San Antonia International Airport to the city center and other parts of the city if you are travelling as 2 or more people.

It costs 19$ per person to go to the city center with shuttle service. If you want to go to a point outside the city center and if this is not a hotel, the fee goes up to 29 dollars. Therefore, if you are planning to go to the River Walk or the bus station, it would be more cost-effective for you to give the name of a hotel nearby.

Bus

It is possible to reach the city center by taking the bus number 5. The bus departs every 30 minutes and reaches the city center in 35 minutes under normal traffic conditions. The one-way ticket price for adults only costs 1.30$. The bus service starts at 5 o’clock in the morning and continue until 10 o’clock in the night. Many hotels in the city center are just within walking distance from the bus stop; so, bus is one of the most commonly preferred means of transportation.

One important thing to keep in mind is that the bus number changes from 5 to 30 when it enters the city center; the airport passengers do not have to pay an extra transfer fare. In addition, you can also get a daily ticket for 2.75$ if you need to board the bus again for the rest of the day.

Hotel Shuttle Services

The hotels around the airport offer free of charge shuttle services for their guests and you can benefit from this service by informing your request in advance. However, the hotels in the city center do not offer such a service. Still, they can arrange a shuttle service for you at the airport upon your arrival if you request in advance.

 

Last Updated: 07 Dec 2016

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The flight distance between Chisinau-San Antonio is 10013 kilometers in total. The flight between the two cities takes 12 hour 30 minutes.

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When the average prices are examined, the most suitable day for Chisinau-San Antonio flights is Monday.

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