Craiova International Airport (LRCV)
Large airport · Craiova, Dolj County, Romania
Airport data
| Name | Craiova International Airport |
|---|---|
| ICAO | LRCV |
| IATA | CRA |
| Elevation | 626 ft (191 m) above mean sea level |
| Coordinates | N 44°19'5" E 23°53'19" 44.31810, 23.88860 |
| Location | Craiova, Dolj County, Romania |
| Scheduled service | Yes |
Runways
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08/26 | 8,203 ft (2500 m) | 148 ft | CON | Yes |
Craiova International Airport at a glance
Craiova International Airport is a large airport in Craiova, Dolj County, Romania, known to airline systems as CRA. The field elevation of 626 ft (191 m) is the number every arriving pilot dials against QNH — circuit heights and initial approach altitudes at LRCV are all figured from it. The airport handles scheduled commercial service, so expect controlled procedures, published approaches and commercial traffic in the pattern.
The single runway, 08/26, offers 8,203 ft (2500 m) of con surface, with runway lighting for night operations. Runway numbers give magnetic orientation: runway 08 points roughly 80° magnetic.
For the weather side of planning, the live METAR and TAF page for LRCV shows the current observation decoded line by line — wind on an instrument dial, visibility, cloud layers and the resulting flight rules — refreshed continuously from official sources.
Nearest airports to Craiova International Airport
Distances are great-circle, measured from the field reference point — planning distances along airways or roads will run longer.
| Airport | Code | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Dolna Mitropoliya Air Base | LBPL | 108 km (58 NM) |
| Sibiu International Airport | LRSB | 164 km (89 NM) |
| Bucharest Băneasa Aurel Vlaicu International Airport | LRBS | 177 km (96 NM) |
| Caransebeş Airport | LRCS | 178 km (96 NM) |
| Bucharest Henri Coandă International Airport | LROP | 178 km (96 NM) |
Flight-planning notes for Craiova International Airport
Density altitude is the quiet performance-killer at any field: on a hot day the 626 ft field elevation of Craiova International Airport can translate into a substantially higher density altitude, stretching take-off rolls and flattening climb rates — run the numbers rather than trusting the feel of a standard day. Expect published instrument procedures, controlled airspace and clearance requirements; slots and handling may apply to general aviation traffic.
This entry is one of 21 airports and airfields we list for Romania — the country index on the airports hub links the rest. Coordinates above are given in both DMS and decimal degrees so they can go straight into a GPS, a flight planner or a chart plot without conversion.
Where this data comes from
The reference layer behind this page builds on the OurAirports dataset — a public-domain, community-maintained register of the world's airports that many flight planners and apps rely on — with equity records preserved from documented historical listings where the dataset is silent. Figures are carried as published: elevations as surveyed, coordinates as filed, runway dimensions as recorded. Nothing is estimated to fill a gap, and the whole layer regenerates from source on every site build, so corrections upstream arrive here automatically.
Frequently asked questions about Craiova International Airport
What is the ICAO code of Craiova International Airport?
The ICAO identifier of Craiova International Airport is LRCV, and its IATA code is CRA. The ICAO code is the one used in flight plans, METAR reports and aeronautical charts.
How high is Craiova International Airport above sea level?
Craiova International Airport sits at an elevation of 626 feet (191 metres) above mean sea level. Field elevation is the reference for pattern altitudes and for setting the altimeter on the ground.
Where exactly is Craiova International Airport located?
The airport lies at 44.3181, 23.8886 — in Craiova, Dolj County, Romania, in the northern hemisphere. The closest listed field is Dolna Mitropoliya Air Base, about 108 km away.
Does LRCV publish METAR weather reports?
Where the station reports, the current METAR and TAF for LRCV appear on its live weather page on this site, refreshed continuously from the US NWS Aviation Weather Center feed.
How long is the runway at Craiova International Airport?
Craiova International Airport has one runway. The longest, 08/26, measures 8,203 ft (2500 m) with a CON surface.