Arad International Airport - Flight Information and Guide (ARW)

Arad International Airport serves the city of the same name in western Romania, near the borders with Hungary and Serbia.

Located approximately 4 km from the city center, among the closest airports in Romania.

Content verified on 04/09/2026

Official source: www.aeroportularad.ro

How to get to Arad International Airport

Arad city centre is only about 4 km from the airport: transfer takes approximately 10-15 minutes by taxi.

By Car

Visitors arriving by car reach Arad city centre in approximately 10-15 minutes.

By Train

The railway does not reach this airport.

By Bus

Public bus connections are limited, so many opt for a taxi.

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Tips Arad is close to the borders with Hungary and Serbia: if you're combining multiple countries, verify distances and border crossing times.

Average travel time to ARW

TrainNot available

Shuttle busLimited service

Taxi / Private hire10-15 minutes (very low fares)

Parking near Arad International Airport

In front of the terminal is a small parking area.

Parking costs are standard for the area.

How to get to Arad from ARW

By Train

There is no direct train to the airport.

By Bus

Public transportation options are limited: most people get around by taxi.

By Taxi

Taxi fares to the city center are generally quite affordable given the short distance (about 4 km).

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Car rental at Arad International Airport

Only a few car rental companies have a desk in the arrivals area.

Those with EU citizenship do not need the International Driving Permit: just a driving licence, passport and credit card are sufficient.

Hotels near Arad International Airport

Arad Airport is about 3-4 km from the city centre: a taxi takes 10-15 minutes, the city bus 20-25 minutes. Given the closeness, the centre remains the simplest choice even for early-morning departures, with a single international chain hotel acting as a stable reference point among the city's many independent places to stay.

City centre

Taxi from the airport in 10-15 minutes for about 3-4 km; city bus in 20-25 minutes.

Best for: Those who want the centre of Arad, between the town hall and the Palace of Culture, a few minutes from the airport.

Pros

5 minutes on foot from the town hall, the Palace of Culture and the pedestrian centre
A consistent international chain standard, rare among the city's accommodations

Cons

Breakfast judged average in some reviews, not the property's strong point
A more limited choice of independent restaurants in the area than in larger cities like Timişoara

Recommended hotels

Best Western Central Hotel On Strada Horia, 5 minutes on foot from Arad's town hall and Palace of Culture; 42 air-conditioned rooms with free Wi-Fi, buffet breakfast included. View availability

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Airport services

The airport serves Arad, a city near the borders with Hungary and Serbia, with connections to several European destinations.

Shopping & Duty Free

The duty-free space is limited in size.

Lounges & relaxation

No dedicated lounges are available, consistent with the airport's modest traffic levels.

Connectivity & Wi-Fi

The public areas of the terminal are covered by Wi-Fi.

Families & Children

For families with children, assistance is limited to basic services in the waiting areas.

Terminal guide

Domestic connections and some European routes are managed by this terminal of modest size.

Travellers on these flights should allow 2 hours' margin.

Map of Arad International Airport

Frequently asked questions

Q. Can you pay in euros in Arad despite its proximity to Hungary and the euro area?

No, most shops and restaurants only accept Romanian lei: despite being close to the border, Romania has not adopted the euro, so it's best to get local currency from an ATM.