Flying from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD) to Cluj-Napoca International Airport (CLJ): what you need to know
Cluj-Napoca is one hour ahead of Budapest and observes the UTC+2 timezone.
Your BUD to CLJ flight won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
Flying during a peak time like July? Public holidays and other high seasons can result in longer lines at airport checkpoints. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
If you want to explore another city along the way, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to Cluj-Napoca International Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between BUD and CLJ:
Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport
Orio al Serio International Airport
Frankfurt Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD) to Cluj-Napoca International Airport (CLJ)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to Cluj-Napoca International Airport flight is $62. A round-trip plane ticket right now is $265. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
It's usually best to book in advance if you want to find cheap tickets from BUD to CLJ. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
Finding cheap flights from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to Cluj-Napoca International Airport is easier if you can be flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the lowest fares throughout the month and land a great deal.
You don't need to check every day to see if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll send you an update as soon as a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from BUD to CLJ.
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Handy information about Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport, data shows 71.48% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Central Budapest to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport is around 24 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 30 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a journey time of around 1 hour.
Get your trip off to a relaxed start by staying near BUD. Whether you've booked an early flight from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to Cluj-Napoca International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are perfect:
Arriving at Cluj-Napoca International Airport (CLJ)
Consider staying in a hotel near CLJ if you're on a late Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to Cluj-Napoca International Airport flight. Check in to one of these options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Pick up a Cluj-Napoca International Airport rental car and discover Cluj-Napoca and beyond with your own wheels. Pricecarz, Klass Wagen and Surprice are popular providers to choose from here.
Reserving your vehicle from Cluj-Napoca International Airport about three weeks in advance gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.
Getting from Cluj-Napoca International Airport (CLJ) to central Cluj-Napoca
Cluj-Napoca International Airport to central Cluj-Napoca has a drive time of about 10 minutes. It's approximately 6 kilometres away.
It'll take around 35 minutes to get there using public transport.
When to fly to Cluj-Napoca International Airport (CLJ)
It's time to pick your dates for your flight from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to Cluj-Napoca International Airport. August is the busiest month to visit Cluj-Napoca. If you'd like a more laid-back vibe, go in February.
When reserving your flight from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to Cluj-Napoca International Airport, consider the type of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Cluj-Napoca, with temperatures ranging from 13ºC (55ºF) to 27ºC (81ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between -10ºC (14ºF) and 5ºC (41ºF). Search for cheap tickets from BUD to CLJ around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Romania
You've seen Cluj-Napoca, now it's time to discover other corners of Romania. Travel around 322 kilometres south-east to Bucharest to check off its must-visit sights. From Museum of the Palace of the Parliament to Old Town and Herastrau Park, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Iasi is another must-experience destination in Romania and is around 306 kilometres east of Cluj-Napoca. No trip is complete without visiting Palace of Culture, Saint Nicholas Church and Golia Monastery.