Traveling from Bucharest to Cluj Avram Iancu International Airport (CLJ): What you need to know
Your route to adventure begins at Bucharest's main airport, Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP). Explore your options for booking a flight from Bucharest to Cluj Avram Iancu International Airport (CLJ) departing from this base.
Expect to be traveling for 55 minutes. On average, that's the time it takes for a direct Bucharest to Cluj Avram Iancu International Airport flight.
Cluj-Napoca (where Cluj Avram Iancu International Airport is located) and Bucharest share the UTC+2 timezone. You can fly without needing to calculate any time difference.
The most popular route is from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP) to Cluj Avram Iancu International Airport (CLJ), with 49 direct services every week. If you're ready to head out sooner, the earliest flight from OTP to CLJ is the 5:20am TAROM service. If you need some extra time before takeoff, the final departure is at 10:20pm with TAROM.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your flight from Bucharest to CLJ.
Flying during a peak month such as July? School holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer queues and delays at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in Bucharest
Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP)
Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP) will have you traveling directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from Bucharest to Cluj Avram Iancu International Airport (CLJ) operate out of this terminal.
When taking off from OTP, you can catch a direct flight from Bucharest to Cluj Avram Iancu International Airport with TAROM.
The airline most travelers choose when flying between OTP and CLJ is TAROM.
TAROM stands out as the most punctual carrier on this route, with 88.7% of services arriving as scheduled.
Located around 10 miles from central Bucharest, OTP can be reached in about 30 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport will take roughly 35 minutes.
Want a hassle-free start to your vacation? Stay near Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from Bucharest to Cluj Avram Iancu International Airport or prefer not to rush, these hotels are just what you're after:
Of all flights departing from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport, 78% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Baneasa Airport (BBU)
From central Bucharest, BBU is around 5 miles away. When planning the quickest way to get there, check whether public transport is available or if it's better to drive.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before boarding your Bucharest to CLJ flight? Kick back in a hotel near Baneasa Airport before your trip officially starts. Here's where you can stay:
Flights from Baneasa Airport have a reputation for punctuality, with 82% of them touching down right on cue.
About Cluj Avram Iancu International Airport (CLJ)
Have a late flight from Bucharest to Cluj Avram Iancu International Airport? Don't let it stretch your travel day into tomorrow. Check in to one of these hotels near CLJ and turn out the lights sooner:
To get the lowest price, book your ride around three weeks ahead of your Bucharest to Cluj Avram Iancu International Airport flight.
Getting from Cluj Avram Iancu International Airport (CLJ) to central Cluj-Napoca
Cluj Avram Iancu International Airport to the center of Cluj-Napoca is roughly 3 miles. If you're renting a car or taking a cab, do some research to make your trip as smooth as possible. Journey times can vary based on the time of day and traffic conditions.
Traveling by public transport will take you roughly 35 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Bucharest to Cluj Avram Iancu International Airport (CLJ)
Currently, $34 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Bucharest to Cluj Avram Iancu International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is $80. Remember fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Book one month before you want to fly. Pricing trends suggest that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from Bucharest to CLJ.
The best month for picking up cheap Bucharest to Cluj Avram Iancu International Airport tickets is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare prices, then select the dates offering the lowest fares.
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The best time to fly from Bucharest to Cluj Avram Iancu International Airport (CLJ)
It's time to decide your travel dates for your flight from Bucharest to Cluj Avram Iancu International Airport (CLJ). July is the most popular month to visit Cluj-Napoca. If you're all about a more relaxed kind of trip, think about going in January.
Before locking in your Bucharest to CLJ plane ticket, consider the kind of weather forecast you're hoping for. August is the warmest month in Cluj-Napoca, with temperatures ranging from 55ºF to 86ºF.
January sees temperatures of between 14ºF and 41ºF. Look for cheap tickets from Bucharest to Cluj Avram Iancu International Airport around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Cluj-Napoca
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the top stays in Cluj-Napoca right here. Check out these hotels once you've locked in your flight from Bucharest to Cluj Avram Iancu International Airport:
All great vacations should include a little sightseeing. St. Michael's Church, Museum Square and Romanian Orthodox Church of Transfiguration are attractions you won't want to skip in Cluj-Napoca.
Explore more of Romania
Timisoara is just one of the many cities in Romania waiting to be discovered after you've seen Cluj-Napoca. Around 140 miles away to the southwest, its best attractions include Piata Victoriei, Timișoara Orthodox Cathedral and Thomas Ede Palace.
If you want to check out another side of Romania, consider Craiova, about 170 miles south of Cluj-Napoca. "Alexandru Buia" Botanical Garden, Nicolae Romanescu Park and Craiova's Art Museum are among its highlights.
