Traveling from Bilbao Airport (BIO) to Cluj-Napoca International Airport (CLJ): what you need to know
Cluj-Napoca is one hour ahead of Bilbao and is in the UTC+2 timezone.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to catch your BIO to CLJ flight.
Traveling during a peak month like July? Public holidays and other popular periods can result in longer lines at security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Bilbao Airport to Cluj-Napoca International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Popular stopovers between BIO and CLJ include:
Franz Josef Strauss Airport
Frederic Chopin Airport
Zurich Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Bilbao Airport (BIO) to Cluj-Napoca International Airport (CLJ)
Right now, $45 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Bilbao Airport to Cluj-Napoca International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $135. Keep in mind that fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
It's a good idea to book as early as possible if you're looking for cheap tickets from BIO to CLJ. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
Finding cheap flights from Bilbao Airport to Cluj-Napoca International Airport is easier if you're flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' function to see the lowest prices throughout the month and land a great deal.
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Handy information about Bilbao Airport (BIO)
Bilbao Airport gets top marks for its on-time performance. 82.76% of flights that take off from BIO reach their destination without delay.
Bilbao Airport is about 4 miles from central Bilbao. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the center, it'll take you 10 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
You can expect a journey time of roughly 30 minutes when using public transport.
Searching for a convenient hotel close to BIO? If you've booked an early flight from Bilbao Airport to Cluj-Napoca International Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from check-in:
Arriving at Cluj-Napoca International Airport (CLJ)
The last thing you want is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're landing late on a Bilbao Airport to Cluj-Napoca International Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near CLJ instead:
Grab a Cluj-Napoca International Airport rental car and discover Cluj-Napoca and beyond with your own wheels. Pricecarz, Klass Wagen and Surprice are top outlets to choose from here.
Lock in the best rate by reserving your ride from Cluj-Napoca International Airport around three weeks before your travel date.
Getting from Cluj-Napoca International Airport (CLJ) to central Cluj-Napoca
Cluj-Napoca International Airport is roughly 4 miles from the center of Cluj-Napoca. Driving there takes about 10 minutes.
Getting to the center by public transport takes about 35 minutes.
When to fly to Cluj-Napoca International Airport (CLJ)
August is the busiest month for flights from Bilbao Airport to Cluj-Napoca International Airport. For a quieter experience, visit Cluj-Napoca in February.
Before locking in your flight from Bilbao Airport to Cluj-Napoca International Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Cluj-Napoca, with temperatures ranging from 55ºF to 81ºF.
January sees average temperatures of between 14ºF and 41ºF. Look for cheap tickets from BIO to CLJ sometime then if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of Romania
Cluj-Napoca has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of Romania you should also see. About 200 miles south-east of Cluj-Napoca, a visit to Bucharest will keep you on the move. Start with attractions like Museum of the Palace of the Parliament, Old Town and Herastrau Park.
Around 190 miles east of Cluj-Napoca, Iasi is another essential stop in Romania. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Palace of Culture, Saint Nicholas Church and Golia Monastery.