Traveling from Cluj-Napoca International Airport (CLJ) to Palese Airport (BRI): what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from Cluj-Napoca International Airport to Palese Airport and you'll be traveling for an average of 1 hour 40 minutes.
Bari is one hour behind Cluj-Napoca and follows the UTC+1 timezone.
To ensure you get on your CLJ to BRI flight, leave plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
During popular months like August, it's best to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight when you fly during a high season in general.
Jetting into Bari (and then discovering more of Italy!) is easy with Wizz Air Malta. This popular carrier has direct flights from Cluj-Napoca International Airport to Palese Airport.
The airline with the highest booking volume on this route is Wizz Air Malta.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Cluj-Napoca International Airport to Palese Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or visit a new city along the way. Check out these options between CLJ and BRI:
Franz Josef Strauss Airport
Orio al Serio International Airport
Brussels S. Charleroi Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Cluj-Napoca International Airport (CLJ) to Palese Airport (BRI)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Cluj-Napoca International Airport to Palese Airport flight is $22. A round-trip fare right now is $64. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
Book eight months before flying. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from CLJ to BRI.
Plan your trip for July. That's the cheapest month for flights from Cluj-Napoca International Airport to Palese Airport. If your travel dates are flexible, try out the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfare across each month.
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Handy information about Cluj-Napoca International Airport (CLJ)
72.0% of flights that take off from Cluj-Napoca International Airport reach their destination on time.
Cluj-Napoca International Airport is about 4 miles from central Cluj-Napoca. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the center, it'll take you 10 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a trip time of around 35 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Cluj-Napoca International Airport to Palese Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these hotels close to CLJ:
Arriving at Palese Airport (BRI)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Cluj-Napoca International Airport to Palese Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near BRI instead:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Palese Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Surprice, Felirent or Noleggiare and explore beyond Bari's usual tourist stops.
To get the lowest price, book your ride from Palese Airport around two weeks ahead.
Getting from Palese Airport (BRI) to central Bari
Palese Airport is approximately 8 miles from central Bari. The drive time takes around 25 minutes.
If you're traveling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 45 minutes.
When to fly to Palese Airport (BRI)
It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from Cluj-Napoca International Airport to Palese Airport. July is the most popular month to head to Bari. If you like a more relaxed vibe, go in January.
The warmest month in Bari is August, with the temperature ranging between 70ºF and 88ºF. Lock in your flights from Cluj-Napoca International Airport to Palese Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Look for cheap tickets from CLJ to BRI in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 39ºF and 55ºF on average.
Explore more of Italy
Bari has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of Italy just waiting to be discovered. Around 230 miles west of Bari, a trip to Rome will keep your itinerary packed. Start with leading sights like Colosseum, World’s smallest country Vatican City tour - City of Rome Capital, Italy (Self-Guided free walking tour) by FreeGuides.com and Trevi Fountain.
Around 140 miles west of Bari, Naples is another essential stop in Italy. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at National Archaeological Museum, Castel dell'Ovo and Royal Palace of Naples.