Flying from Cluj-Napoca International Airport (CLJ) to Melbourne: what you need to know
Melbourne is nine hours ahead of Cluj-Napoca, where Cluj-Napoca International Airport is located. Melbourne observes the UTC+11 timezone.
For stress-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your CLJ to Melbourne flight.
Delays at security and check-in are likely if you're flying during high season, so allow some extra breathing room. A good rule for peak periods? Arrive up to four hours early for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
CLJ is around 5 kilometres from central Cluj-Napoca. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 10 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the trip time to be around 35 minutes.
Want an easy start to your holiday? Stay near CLJ. Whether you're taking an early flight from Cluj-Napoca International Airport to Melbourne or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are all about convenience:
72.0% of flights that depart Cluj-Napoca International Airport land at their destination on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Cluj-Napoca International Airport (CLJ) to Melbourne
441 € is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Cluj-Napoca International Airport to Melbourne flight. A round-trip plane ticket right now is 912 €. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares may change.
To pick up cheap flights from CLJ to Melbourne, book in advance. Airlines tend to offer their most competitively priced fares when flights first go on sale.
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Airports in Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) is around 24 kilometres from the centre of Melbourne. If you're getting a cab or a ride-share, the drive will take roughly 30 minutes.
It'll take around 40 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Cluj-Napoca International Airport to Melbourne, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these accommodation options near MEL:
Follow your own route with a Melbourne Tullamarine Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Bargain Car Rentals, East Coast or Sixt and chase adventure across Melbourne and beyond.
Reserving your ride from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport around four weeks in advance of your flight from CLJ to Melbourne can help you secure the lowest rate.
Avalon Airport (AVV)
Once your flight from Cluj-Napoca International Airport to Melbourne has arrived, you can reach the city centre in around 50 minutes by car. Central Melbourne is roughly 56 kilometres from Avalon Airport (AVV).
The journey will take roughly 2 hours 5 minutes on public transport.
There are some terrific places to stay within an easy drive of AVV. Ease into relaxation mode at Corio Bay Motel after your CLJ to Melbourne flight.
Forget about inconvenient public transport schedules or cab lines. Grab an Avalon Airport rental car and blaze your own trail. Compare offers from Sixt, Kangaroo Rental and yesaway car hire.
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your ride from AVV three weeks ahead of time. You'll also have access to a greater selection of vehicles.
Essendon Airport (MEB)
Step off your flight from Cluj-Napoca International Airport to Melbourne and go straight to your hotel or start taking in the sights right away. The centre of Melbourne is around 19 kilometres from Essendon Airport (MEB) and typically takes 25 minutes to reach driving.
If you go by public transport, the journey time is around 1 hour 15 minutes.
Enjoy a low-stress, comfortable start to your break by choosing a hotel near MEB after your CLJ to Melbourne flight. Unwind after a day of travel or just give yourself time to find your footing in a new place at:
Start your travels without stressing about how to get to your destination with an Essendon Airport rental car. You can book your wheels with reliable suppliers here like East Coast, Ace Rental Cars and Goldcar.
If you're looking for a particular kind of vehicle, booking early increases your chances of getting what you want. Book your ride from MEB a few weeks ahead of your flight from Cluj-Napoca International Airport to Melbourne.
Best time to go to Melbourne
Before securing your flights from Cluj-Napoca International Airport to Melbourne, consider which time of year works best for you. Peak season in Melbourne offers a bustling atmosphere and plenty of things to do, while the low season means you'll get cheaper hotel rates and smaller crowds.
The warmest month in Melbourne is January, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Lock in your Cluj-Napoca International Airport to Melbourne plane ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from CLJ to Melbourne in July when temperatures average between 4ºC (39ºF) and 13ºC (55ºF).
More about Melbourne
After booking your flight from Cluj-Napoca International Airport to Melbourne, find a hotel that offers both comfort and a great location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Melbourne:
Every great journey has to include a little sightseeing. National Gallery of Victoria, Federation Square and Eureka Skydeck 88 are must-do's during your Melbourne adventure.
Explore more of Australia
You've done Melbourne, now it's time to discover other parts of Australia. Travel about 467 kilometres north-east to Canberra to check off its popular sights. From Australian War Memorial to National Gallery of Australia and Parliament House, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Around 451 kilometres south-east of Melbourne, Launceston is another essential stop in Australia. Experience major highlights starting with City Park, Tamar Island Wetlands and James Boag Brewery Experience.