Arad

Overview

Arad International Airport is a medium-sized airport serving Arad in western Romania, offering a straightforward gateway for travellers heading to the city and the surrounding region. Identified by IATA code ARW and ICAO code LRAR, the airport is small enough to feel manageable on arrival yet established enough to support regular air operations. For visitors, that usually means shorter walking distances, a simpler layout, and an easier start or finish to a trip compared with much larger hubs.

Airfield details

• The airport sits at an elevation of 352 feet (107 m), which is standard and unremarkable for most passengers but useful for aviation-minded travellers.
• Arad International Airport has one runway, 09/27, measuring 6,562 feet and built with a concrete surface.
• The runway is lighted, which supports operations in lower-light conditions and adds flexibility for scheduling.
• Local time is Europe/Bucharest, so international visitors should check flight times carefully when planning onward transport or hotel check-in.

What travellers should know

Because Arad International Airport is focused on serving Arad rather than functioning as a giant transfer hub, it is best approached as a practical regional airport. That can work in a traveller’s favour: navigation is generally simpler, and arriving passengers can move on to local ground transport without the complexity of a sprawling terminal system. As always, it is wise to confirm flight status, check-in requirements, and any airport-specific passenger information before departure.

Official information

For the most reliable current details, travellers should use the airport’s official website at http://www.aeroportularad.ro/. That is the best place to verify operational updates, passenger guidance, and contact information before flying to or from Arad International Airport.