Chișinău airport is small and manageable, which makes it easier to navigate with children. The terminal is compact and distances are short.
Inside the airport
After landing, you go through passport control and then to baggage claim. Allow extra time when several flights land together. Luggage trolleys are available near the carousel. There is not much in the way of food or play areas, so have snacks ready for the kids.
Fixed-price private transfer
KIV Chișinău City Center
From€47for 2 passengers
4 passengers: €65 per vehicle, about €16 per person
- Fixed price, no meter
- Flight tracked
- 60 min free waiting
- Driver meets you at arrivals
- Free cancellation up to 24 h before pickup
The child seat situation
Check the current Moldovan child restraint rules with the national authorities before you travel. Taxis at the airport rank often will not have child seats, and ride-hailing apps may not offer them.
If your children need car seats, request them when you book a transfer and specify their ages and weights so the right seats are arranged. Confirm availability at booking.
Luggage space
Families travel heavy. If you have more than two large bags plus a stroller, request a larger vehicle when booking your transfer, as a standard sedan may not fit everything.
The ride into town
The ride into central Chișinău is short; journey time depends on traffic.
What we recommend for families
Book a transfer in advance with child seats requested. If included in your booking, the driver meets you in arrivals with a name sign, which helps when you are managing children and bags. The price is per vehicle and fixed at booking (see the live From price on this page). Have some Moldovan lei on hand for small purchases; the transfer itself can be paid online in advance.
Sources (checked 2026-10-17)
- Trolleybus single-trip fare of 7 lei (municipal decision 88-d of 31 March 2026), operator Regia Transport Electric: https://rtec.md/tarife
- Trolleybus routes and timetables (confirm route 30 times here): https://rtec.md
When a private transfer from KIV is the right choice
- Travelling with small children: child seats are requested at booking for the exact ages, so you are not relying on a taxi that may have none.
- Strollers, cots and luggage: a minivan takes everything in one go, door to door, with no stairs or platform changes.
- Three or more people: a 4-seat car to Chișinău City Center is from €65, about €16 per person, usually level with or below separate public-transport tickets once you count the walk, the wait and the last mile with bags.
KIV → Chișinău City Center from €47Fixed price, flight tracked, free cancellation up to 24 h before pickup.
Fixed-price private transfer
KIV Chișinău City Center
From€47for 2 passengers
4 passengers: €65 per vehicle, about €16 per person
- Fixed price, no meter
- Flight tracked
- 60 min free waiting
- Driver meets you at arrivals
- Free cancellation up to 24 h before pickup