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Din 18 ianuarie 2024, Aeroportul Internațional Chișinău își va schimba abrevierea în RMO (Republica Moldova). Fosta abreviere KIV provenea de la denumirea rusă pentru Chișinău și nu va mai apărea pe panoul de plecare. Așa a declarat vicepremierul Andrei Spinu.
Să reamintim că mai devreme aeroportul din Chișinău a fost trecut în concesiunea companiei AviaInvest, dar în noiembrie 2022 a revenit sub controlul statului.
Acum autoritățile analizează din nou posibilitatea transferului aeroportului în concesiune.
12.20.2023
From 18 January 2024, the airport’s abbreviation becomes RMO (Republic of Moldova).
The former code KIV came from the Russian name for Chișinău and will no longer appear on the departures board.
The change was announced by Deputy Prime Minister Andrei Spînu (as stated in the text).
Authorities are also reviewing again the possibility of transferring the airport into a concession arrangement.
Context: the airport was previously in concession (AviaInvest) and in November 2022 returned under state control.
What changes: KIV → RMO
Din 18 ianuarie 2024, Aeroportul Internațional Chișinău își va schimba abrevierea în RMO (Republica Moldova). Fosta abreviere KIV provenea de la denumirea rusă pentru Chișinău și nu va mai apărea pe panoul de plecare. Așa a declarat vicepremierul Andrei Spinu.
External source: newsmd.md (link)
Context: concession history and state control
Să reamintim că mai devreme aeroportul din Chișinău a fost trecut în concesiunea companiei AviaInvest, dar în noiembrie 2022 a revenit sub controlul statului.
Acum autoritățile analizează din nou posibilitatea transferului aeroportului în concesiune.
What travelers should watch for
If your booking confirmation or older emails still show KIV, you may see RMO in newer airport displays and in some updated systems. In practice, you should rely on the city name (Chișinău) and the flight details (date, time, flight number).
If anything looks inconsistent, confirm with your airline or agency — especially for connecting itineraries where segments and airports must match precisely.
What to do (simple, practical)
1) If you still see KIV in older documents, cross-check using “Chișinău” and your flight number.
2) Keep the original source link handy in case you need to explain the code change.
3) For connections, double-check each segment: dates, times, airline, and the city name.
4) When searching in apps, try both “Chișinău” and the codes “RMO/KIV” if the platform updates gradually.
1-day itinerary in Chișinău (if you have a layover)
Morning: a relaxed walk in the city center and a coffee stop.
Afternoon: a quick lunch, then a nearby park or museum.
Evening: head back to the airport early, especially during busy travel periods.
2-day itinerary (easy pace)
Day 1: explore central Chișinău, strolls and parks.
Day 2: a relaxed city plan, then travel to the airport with time for check-in and security.
If you see KIV in older confirmations but RMO on displays, rely on the city name and flight details.
How to get there (flights & connections): what to verify
No matter whether a system shows KIV or RMO, always verify: date, local time, flight number, and airline.
If you booked long ago or through a third party, confirm that the city is Chișinău and that your itinerary segments match correctly.
FAQ — common questions
What does RMO mean?
The text says the airport abbreviation becomes RMO (Republic of Moldova).
When does the change take effect?
According to the text: from 18 January 2024.
Why is KIV being removed?
The text states KIV came from the Russian name for Chișinău and will no longer appear on the departures board.
If my booking still shows KIV, is it a problem?
Not necessarily. Use the city name (Chișinău) and flight details; confirm with your airline if unsure.
Who announced the change?
The text attributes the announcement to Deputy Prime Minister Andrei Spînu.
Does this change affect flight schedules?
The text describes a code/display change, not a schedule change.
Where can I find the source?
The article keeps the external link under “Source here”.
What should I always double-check before flying?
Date, local time, flight number, airline, and the city name “Chișinău”.
Was the airport previously in a concession arrangement?
The text mentions it was transferred into concession to AviaInvest in the past.
When did the airport return under state control?
The text states: November 2022.
Is concession being discussed again?
Yes, the text says authorities are analyzing the possibility again.
If I can’t find KIV on a departures board, what should I do?
Search by “Chișinău” or by the new code RMO, and confirm the flight number.
