Bucharest to Craiova flights
Craiova lies 184 km (114 mi) west of Bucharest, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 59 min gate to gate, based on the distance and typical cruise speed with taxi and climb allowed for; connecting itineraries add the layover on top.
| Bucharest | Craiova | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Romania | Romania |
| Population | 1.9 million | 234,140 |
| Elevation | 83 m (272 ft) | 105 m (344 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+3 (Europe/Bucharest) | UTC+3 (Europe/Bucharest) |
| Nearest large airport | BBU, 8 km out | CRA, 7 km out |
Airports at each end
Leaving Bucharest
Bucharest is served by 2 airports with scheduled flights within 100 km. The closest large one is Bucharest Băneasa Aurel Vlaicu International Airport (BBU), 8 km (5 mi) from the centre, whose 10,499-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft. The alternatives are Bucharest Henri Coandă International Airport (OTP, 16 km).
Arriving in Craiova
Craiova is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Craiova International Airport (CRA), 7 km (4 mi) from the centre, with a longest runway of 8,203 ft, which limits it to short and medium-haul aircraft.
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Craiova International Airport | CRA | 7 km (4 mi) | 8,203 ft | 626 ft |
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Common questions
How far is Craiova from Bucharest?
184 km (114 mi) in a straight line, west of Bucharest.
How long does it take to get from Bucharest to Craiova by air?
About 59 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Bucharest and Craiova?
No, both are on Europe/Bucharest at the moment.
Which airports are used for Bucharest to Craiova flights?
Typically Bucharest Băneasa Aurel Vlaicu International Airport (BBU) to Craiova International Airport (CRA).
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.