Brașov International Airport, everything you need to know

The Brașov-Ghimbav International Airport is the first international airport built from scratch in Romania in the last 50 years. It is equipped with state-of-the-art technology and a virtual tower, ensuring enhanced safety and reducing implementation costs. The airport was inaugurated in June 2023 and offers charter flights to popular holiday destinations, as well as regular flights to several European cities.

Brașov International Airport, everything you need to know
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Introduction

Brasov is considered one of the most beautiful cities in Romania, with its mountain landscapes, medieval architecture, and rich history attracting millions of tourists every year. In the last year alone, it recorded over 1.2 million visitors. To cope with the increasing number of tourists, a new international airport will be built in the Ghimbav area, which is 12 km away from the city of Brasov.
 
Brasov Airport Landing Strip
Brasov Airport Landing Strip

A modern European airport

The Brașov-Ghimbav International Airport is the only international airport in Romania that has been built from scratch in the last 50 years. The project and plan cost around 70 million euros. The airport was built with state-of-the-art technology and positioned centrally to be easily accessible for both tourists and airlines.
Virtual Control Tower of the Brașov Airport
Virtual Control Tower of the Brașov Airport
One interesting aspect of this airport is that it is the first to use a virtual tower, a state-of-the-art technology that reduces implementation costs by 50% while increasing safety. In fact, this is only the second terminal in the world to use virtual tower technology.

Flight Destinations

Currently, there are several travel options available to and from Brasov through various airlines. DAN AIR offers regular flights from Rome, Stuttgart, Nuremberg, Madrid, Barcelona, Munich, Valencia, and London, with direct flights to and from Brasov. WIZZ AIR also provides regular flights between London and Brasov. In addition, AEGEAN operates charter flights connecting Heraklion and Brasov, while ANIMAWINGS offers charter flights between Antalya and Brasov.
These airlines provide easy and convenient ways to travel to and from Brasov, making it more accessible to tourists.
Landing of an airplane at the airport
Landing of an airplane at the airport

How to reach the Brașov airport?

Public transport bus in Brașov
Public transport bus in Brașov
Getting to Brașov International Airport - Ghimbav is easy and convenient through the A1 express line, a public transport service that runs directly between Brașov CFR Train Station and Brașov Airport. The service operates 13 times a day, with fixed departure times every hour, making it simple and practical to plan your journey. The fare for the trip is only 4 lei, which can be paid easily through the 24pay application using your bank card or mobile phone. This transport option provides an affordable and comfortable way to quickly reach the airport, making it an excellent choice for those traveling to and from Brașov Airport. Please note that the A1 express line operates only between 7 am and 7 pm, as the airport is open during this time.
If you prefer a more personalized mode of transportation, you can opt for a taxi, Uber, or Bolt, as the airport is located close to the city, and the fare for a ride will be accessible. Alternatively, if you prefer to drive, the airport offers free parking, which adds an extra layer of convenience to your trip.
Brașov-Ghimbav International Airport is a modern terminal equipped with state-of-the-art technology, ensuring a smooth and safe passenger flow. With this new international airport, tourism in Brașov and the surrounding areas is sure to develop more rapidly and efficiently, making it easier for tourists to access this wonderful destination.
Andrei

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Meet Andrei, a resident of Brașov and a passionate blogger. Andrei loves to explore the city's rich history and culture, and he shares his experiences and knowledge with his readers through his blog.

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