Flying from Istanbul to Cluj-Napoca International Airport (CLJ): what you need to know
Istanbul is home to a couple of airports that could be the jumping-off point for your adventure. Explore your options for reserving a flight from Istanbul to Cluj-Napoca International Airport (CLJ) leaving from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) or Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW).
The average length of a direct flight from Istanbul to Cluj-Napoca International Airport is 1 hour 36 minutes.
The timezone in Cluj-Napoca is UTC+2, which is 1 hour behind Istanbul. Cluj-Napoca International Airport is located in Cluj-Napoca.
The busiest route is from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to Cluj-Napoca International Airport (CLJ), with 9 direct services every week. If you want to get going as soon as possible, the earliest flight from IST to CLJ is the 07:05 Turkish Airlines service. If you prefer to leave later in the day, the final departure is at 20:00 with Turkish Airlines.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Istanbul to CLJ. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.
During popular months such as August, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.
Airports in Istanbul
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) makes it easy to travel directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from Istanbul to Cluj-Napoca International Airport (CLJ) can be booked from this terminal.
When taking off from IST, you can take a direct flight from Istanbul to Cluj-Napoca International Airport with Turkish Airlines.
Think about adding a stopover to possibly find a cheaper flight from Istanbul to CLJ. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST). Break up your trip (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these popular airports:
Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW)
Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP)
IST is about 48 kilometres from the centre of Istanbul. To work out how to get there, use Google Maps. This essential traveller tool will show you the best route and available public transport options.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to Istanbul Ataturk Airport? If you're boarding an early flight from Istanbul to Cluj-Napoca International Airport, these stays will have you moments from your departure gate:
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
Planning to leave from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)? You can book a direct flight from Istanbul to Cluj-Napoca International Airport (CLJ) out of this popular hub.
Break up your flight from Istanbul to Cluj-Napoca International Airport with a stop so you can recharge or perhaps go somewhere you've never been before. Some top stopovers between Sabiha Gokcen International Airport and CLJ are:
Orio al Serio International Airport (BGY)
Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP)
Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
SAW is about 48 kilometres from central Istanbul. It'll take you 57 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes.
Want to spoil yourself with an extra night away before your flight from Istanbul to CLJ? Kick back in a hotel near Sabiha Gokcen International Airport before your break officially starts. Here's where you can stay:
About Cluj-Napoca International Airport (CLJ)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Istanbul to Cluj-Napoca International Airport. Book one of these accommodation options near CLJ instead:
Getting from Cluj-Napoca International Airport (CLJ) to central Cluj-Napoca
From Cluj-Napoca International Airport, Cluj-Napoca is approximately 6 kilometres away. It takes around 12 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It'll take around 37 minutes if you're using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul to Cluj-Napoca International Airport (CLJ)
Lock in a one-way ticket from Istanbul to Cluj-Napoca International Airport from 37 € or travel return from just 83 €. Fares listed are subject to change and may differ when you make your booking.
8 months is how far we recommend booking ahead to lock in cheap tickets from Istanbul to CLJ.
May is the cheapest month for tickets from Istanbul to Cluj-Napoca International Airport. If you want to travel at a different time of year, use the 'Whole month' search feature to see the lowest prices across every month.
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The best time to fly from Istanbul to Cluj-Napoca International Airport (CLJ)
It's time to choose your dates for your flight from Istanbul to Cluj-Napoca International Airport. August is the busiest month to visit Cluj-Napoca. If you like a quieter vibe, go in February.
The warmest month in Cluj-Napoca is August, with temperatures ranging between 13ºC and 27ºC. Lock in your flights from Istanbul to CLJ in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
January has average temperatures of between -10ºC and 5ºC. Search for cheap flights from Istanbul to Cluj-Napoca International Airport around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Cluj-Napoca
Start your Cluj-Napoca trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Istanbul to Cluj-Napoca International Airport, explore our range of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be hard to work out where to start. St. Michael's Church, Hoia Baciu Forest and Banffy Palace are highlights which should be on any well-planned Cluj-Napoca itinerary.
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