Airports Near Satu Mare
The closest airports to Satu Mare, RO: IATA codes, names and distances, each with a full airport guide covering terminals, lounges and transit.
The nearest airport to Satu Mare, RO is Satu Mare Airport (SUJ), about 7 mi (11 km) away — roughly 23 min by road. For long-haul flights, the main international gateway is Debrecen International Airport (DEB).
| Code | Airport | Distance | Transfer | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SUJ | Satu Mare AirportSatu Mare, Romania | 7 mi / 11 km | 23 min | Regional |
| BAY | Tautii Magheraus AirportBaia Mare, Romania | 30 mi / 48 km | 58 min | Regional |
| DEB | Debrecen International AirportDebrecen, Hungary | 62 mi / 100 km | 1 hr 51 min | International |
| UDJ | Uzhhorod International AirportUzhhorod, Ukraine | 64 mi / 103 km | 1 hr 55 min | International |
| OMR | Oradea International AirportOradea, Romania | 70 mi / 112 km | 2 hr 5 min | International |
| CLJ | Cluj-Napoca International AirportCluj-Napoca, Romania | 80 mi / 129 km | 1 hr 52 min | International |
| KSC | Kosice AirportKosice, Slovakia | 96 mi / 154 km | 2 hr 13 min | Regional |
| MCQ | Miskolc AirportMiskolc, Hungary | 99 mi / 159 km | 2 hr 18 min | Regional |
Distances are straight-line; transfer times are road estimates. "Type" flags major/international gateways.
Which airport is best?
For the shortest transfer, Satu Mare Airport (SUJ) is the most convenient at about 7 mi out. If you're flying internationally or want the widest choice of routes, Debrecen International Airport (DEB) (62 mi) is the bigger gateway — worth the extra distance for long-haul or cheaper fares.
Getting to and from the airport
Taxis and ride-hailing serve every airport here, and the larger ones usually add a rail, metro or bus link into Satu Mare. Allow extra time in peak traffic. For exact routes, times and fares, open the airport guide — start with SUJ.
Hotels near the airport
For early departures or late arrivals, a hotel near SUJ saves a stressful morning transfer.
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Travel tips
Compare the total door-to-door time, not just the airfare — a cheaper flight into a distant airport can cost more once you add the transfer. Check whether your airport has a direct train or metro before defaulting to a taxi, and for international arrivals, confirm any visa or transit rules in advance.
Frequently asked questions
The nearest airport to Satu Mare is Satu Mare Airport (SUJ), about 7 mi (11 km) away — roughly 23 min by road.