Bucharest Băneasa – Aurel Vlaicu International Airport is open, operational, and regular flights are expected to start in March 2023.
Regular flights at Băneasa Airport will appear starting March 2023. Băneasa Airport was reopened in August, with scheduled commercial flights thus being resumed after a 9-year break. Three companies are already prepared to start scheduled and charter flights at Băneasa, namely Ryanair, Air Connect, and Fly One, the director of Bucharest Airport previously stated.
Ryanair is looking for solutions to increase its aircraft base in Romania, Air Connect is authorized for Otopeni but has announced its intention to also operate from Băneasa for short-haul flights with ATR aircraft, and Fly One, registered in the Republic of Moldova, wants to operate charter flights between Băneasa and Chișinău, the director specified. For Băneasa Airport, which is smaller in size, the arrival time will be reduced to one hour before boarding.
Frequently Asked Questions
When will regular flights resume at Băneasa Airport?
Scheduled commercial flights are expected to resume at Băneasa Airport starting in March 2023, following a 9-year hiatus.
Which airlines are planning to operate from Băneasa?
Currently, Ryanair, Air Connect, and Fly One have expressed their readiness to operate scheduled and charter flights from the airport.
What is the recommended arrival time for passengers at Băneasa Airport?
Due to the airport’s smaller size and efficient processing, passengers are advised to arrive only one hour before their flight’s boarding time.