Traveling from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Cluj-Napoca International Airport (CLJ): what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from Zurich Airport to Cluj-Napoca International Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 2 hours.
Cluj-Napoca is one hour ahead of Zurich and follows the UTC+2 timezone.
Take your pick of four weekly Zurich Airport to Cluj-Napoca International Airport flights. The 06:50 departure with SWISS is the earliest you can take. SWISS operates the latest service of the day at 11:40.
To ensure you get on your ZRH to CLJ flight, leave plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Flying during a peak time like July? School holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer queues and delays at security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
SWISS offers direct flights from Zurich Airport to Cluj-Napoca International Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to tick off the sights in Cluj-Napoca — and maybe even more of Romania if your schedule allows.
The airline with the highest passenger demand on this route is SWISS.
With 73.08% of its services landing as planned, SWISS is the most punctual carrier offering ZRH to CLJ flights.
How to find the cheapest flights from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Cluj-Napoca International Airport (CLJ)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Zurich Airport to Cluj-Napoca International Airport flight is $111. A return fare right now is $177. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
Score cheap tickets from ZRH to CLJ by booking six months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.
Schedule your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Zurich Airport to Cluj-Napoca International Airport. If your travel dates are flexible, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across every month.
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Select your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Zurich Airport to Cluj-Napoca International Airport.
Handy information about Zurich Airport (ZRH)
69.02% of flights taking off from Zurich Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
Zurich Airport is about 8 miles from central Zurich. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the center, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The trip on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 35 minutes.
Get your break off to a stress-free start by staying near ZRH. Whether you're catching an early flight from Zurich Airport to Cluj-Napoca International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Arriving at Cluj-Napoca International Airport (CLJ)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Zurich Airport to Cluj-Napoca International Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near CLJ instead:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Cluj-Napoca International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Pricecarz, Klass Wagen or Surprice and see more of Cluj-Napoca and beyond.
Lock in the lowest price by booking your vehicle from Cluj-Napoca International Airport about three weeks in advance of your trip.
Getting from Cluj-Napoca International Airport (CLJ) to central Cluj-Napoca
From Cluj-Napoca International Airport, Cluj-Napoca is approximately 4 miles away. It takes around 10 minutes to drive to the center.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey of around 35 minutes.
When to fly to Cluj-Napoca International Airport (CLJ)
The quietest month for a flight from Zurich Airport to Cluj-Napoca International Airport is February, while August is the most popular. Pick the best time to visit Cluj-Napoca based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
When reserving your flight from Zurich Airport to Cluj-Napoca International Airport, consider the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Cluj-Napoca, with the temperature ranging from 55ºF to 81ºF.
If you like traveling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from ZRH to CLJ in January. Temperatures average between 14ºF and 41ºF then.
Explore more of Romania
Bucharest is just one of the many places in Romania waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Cluj-Napoca. Around 200 miles away to the south-east, popular attractions include 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 this destination's highlights firsthand at Palace of Culture, Saint Nicholas Church and Golia Monastery.
