Suceava Stefan cel Mare Airport (SCV)
Suceava, RO 🇷🇴 Medium Airport Scheduled Service
ICAO
LRSV
IATA
SCV
Elevation
1375 ft
Region
RO-SV
Local Time
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GPS Code: LRSV
Local Code: Not available
Location: 47.6875° N, 26.354099° E
Continent: Europe
Type: Medium Airport
What Travelers Say
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Online Reviews Summary
Traveler sentiment at Suceava Stefan cel Mare Airport (SCV) is mixed. While some appreciate its small size and efficiency, many express frustration with overcrowding and a lack of essential facilities, especially during peak hours.
What Travelers Love
- Small Size and Efficiency: When not crowded, the airport's compact nature can lead to quicker processing for some travelers.
- On-Time Flights: Several reviews indicate that flights tend to depart and arrive on schedule.
- Good Public Transport: An efficient public bus service runs hourly, and a shuttle bus connects to the main Suceava train station.
- Secure Parking Options: The airport offers CCTV-monitored parking, with private options like Hello Parking and Palagheanu Air Park providing additional security features like covered parking and free airport transfers.
- Schengen Advantage: Romania's entry into Schengen has reduced border control procedures, which is beneficial given the small arrivals hall.
Common Complaints
- Overcrowding and Lack of Seating: A significant and frequent complaint is the airport becoming extremely crowded with insufficient seating, particularly when multiple flights are departing.
- Limited Terminal Facilities: Travelers note a scarcity of shops, food, and beverage options (only two shops), and a lack of ATMs in the arrivals area.
- Slow Baggage Claim: Retrieving luggage can take longer than expected.
- Car Rental Issues: Some travelers have reported negative experiences with certain car rental companies.
- Security and Immigration Bottlenecks: While immigration wait times are estimated at around 8 minutes, and security at 29-31 minutes, families with small children may face challenges at passport control.
Overall, Suceava Stefan cel Mare Airport serves as a functional gateway to the region but its limited infrastructure struggles to handle passenger traffic, leading to common complaints about overcrowding and a lack of amenities. Travelers should plan for potential discomfort due to crowding and consider pre-booking private transfers or parking if seeking more convenience.
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Airport Routes
Suceava Stefan cel Mare Airport (SCV) offers 18 flight routes operated by 6 airlines. Major carriers include Wizz Air Malta, TAROM, Wizz Air UK and others. Popular destinations from Suceava include Dortmund, Bucharest Henri Coandă Int'l, London Luton, Birmingham Int'l and Larnaca Int'l.
Route Network Map
Top Routes (by observations)
- Dortmund (DTM) 2
- Bucharest Henri Coandă Int'l (OTP) 2
- London Luton (LTN) 2
- Birmingham Int'l (BHX) 1
- Larnaca Int'l (LCA) 1
- Malpensa Int'l (MXP) 1
- Orio al Serio Int'l (BGY) 1
- Bologna (Guglielmo Marconi) (BLQ) 1
- Treviso (Sant'Angelo) (TSF) 1
- Leonardo da Vinci Int'l (Fiumicino Int'l) (FCO) 1
- Vienna Int'l (Schwechat) (VIE) 1
- Brussels South Charleroi (CRL) 1
Newly Discovered
- London Luton (LTN) new
- Birmingham Int'l (BHX) new
- Bucharest Henri Coandă Int'l (OTP) new
- Treviso (Sant'Angelo) (TSF) new
- Larnaca Int'l (LCA) new
- Allgau (FMM) new
- Vienna Int'l (Schwechat) (VIE) new
- Brussels South Charleroi (CRL) new
- Dortmund (DTM) new
- Orio al Serio Int'l (BGY) new
- Baden Airpark (FKB) new
- Bologna (Guglielmo Marconi) (BLQ) new
Popular Flight Routes
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Top Airlines
Operating at Suceava Stefan cel Mare AirportAirlines by Flight Activity
Based on observed flight operations and route network| Airline | Routes | Flights | Destinations | Last Activity |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Wizz Air Malta
WMT
/ W4
|
13 | 167 | 13 | Feb 5, 2026 |
|
TAROM
ROT
/ RO
|
1 | 47 | 1 | Feb 5, 2026 |
|
Wizz Air UK
WUK
/ W9
|
1 | 47 | 1 | Jan 1, 2026 |
|
AnimaWings
AWG
/ A2
|
1 | 14 | 1 | Feb 5, 2026 |
Wizz Air
WZZ
/ W6
|
1 | 10 | 1 | Jan 1, 2026 |
Corendon Airlines
CAI
/ XC
|
1 | 2 | 1 | Jul 18, 2025 |
For Pilots
| Designation | Length | Width | Surface | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
16/34 |
8070 ft | 148 ft | CON | Active Lighted |
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| GCA | PRECISION | 120.9 MHz |
| TWR | TWR | 118.3 MHz |
Ground Transportation
Taxis
Taxis are readily available directly outside the arrivals terminal. The trip to Suceava city center typically takes 15-20 minutes. Ride-sharing services such as Uber and Bolt are also available and can be booked via their respective mobile apps.
Rental Cars
Several car rental companies operate at the airport, with service desks located inside the terminal building in the arrivals hall. Options include international and local providers like Avis, Sixt, Europcar, and Autonom. Pre-booking your vehicle online is highly recommended for better rates and guaranteed availability.
Public Transportation
The local public transport company (TPL) operates bus route 8, which connects the airport to the Suceava city center and the main train station (Gara Suceava). This is the most affordable option, though schedules can be infrequent and are often timed to coincide with flight arrivals and departures.
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