Travelling from Budapest Airport (BUD) to Cluj-Napoca Airport (CLJ): what you need to know
Cluj-Napoca's timezone is UTC+2, which makes Cluj-Napoca one hour ahead of Budapest.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to board your BUD to CLJ flight.
During popular months like June, it's best to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're flying during a high season in general.
If you want to explore another city along the way, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Budapest Airport to Cluj-Napoca Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between BUD and CLJ:
Frankfurt am Main Airport
Bucharest Otopeni Airport
Milan Bergamo Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Budapest Airport (BUD) to Cluj-Napoca Airport (CLJ)
At the moment, 37 € is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Budapest Airport to Cluj-Napoca Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is 88 €. Remember that fares could change due to availability when booking.
To find cheap tickets from BUD to CLJ, book in advance. Airlines tend to offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first made available.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Budapest Airport to Cluj-Napoca Airport throughout the month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your travel plans aren't set in stone.
Finding cheap flights from BUD to CLJ is a piece of cake with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you when a lower fare pops up.
Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Budapest Airport to Cluj-Napoca Airport.
Handy information about Budapest Airport (BUD)
Budapest Airport scores high marks for its on-time performance. 81% of flights that depart BUD land on time.
Central Budapest to Budapest Airport is around 16 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 25 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a journey time of around 40 minutes.
Looking for a handy hotel near BUD? If you're boarding an early flight from Budapest Airport to Cluj-Napoca Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Cluj-Napoca Airport (CLJ)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Budapest Airport to Cluj-Napoca Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near CLJ instead:
Travel at your own speed with a Cluj-Napoca Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Pricecarz, Klass Wagen or Surprice and find adventure across Cluj-Napoca and beyond.
Secure the lowest price by booking your ride from Cluj-Napoca Airport around three weeks in advance of your trip.
Getting from Cluj-Napoca Airport (CLJ) to central Cluj-Napoca
Cluj-Napoca Airport is roughly 10 kilometres from the centre of Cluj-Napoca. The drive time takes about 20 minutes.
It takes around 35 minutes to get there by public transport.
When to fly to Cluj-Napoca Airport (CLJ)
The quietest month for a flight from Budapest Airport to Cluj-Napoca Airport is March, while July is the most popular. Choose the best time to visit Cluj-Napoca based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
Lock in your flight from Budapest Airport to Cluj-Napoca Airport for August if you want to visit Cluj-Napoca during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 13ºC (55ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF).
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from BUD to CLJ in January. Average temperatures are between -10ºC (14ºF) and 5ºC (41ºF) then.
Explore more of Romania
You've visited Cluj-Napoca, now it's time to explore other corners of Romania. Journey around 322 kilometres south-east to Bucharest to check off its popular sights. From Caru' cu Bere to National Bank of Romania Museum and Museum of the Palace of the Parliament, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
If you're ready to explore another corner of Romania, head for Iasi, roughly 306 kilometres east of Cluj-Napoca. Galata Monastery, The Catholic Cathedral Saint Mary and Monastery of the Three Holy Hierarchs are key highlights.