Travelling from Faro Airport (FAO) to Cluj-Napoca International Airport (CLJ): what you need to know
The timezone in Cluj-Napoca is UTC+2, which is two hours ahead of Faro.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your FAO to CLJ flight.
Flying during a peak month such as August? School holidays and other popular seasons can result in longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Faro Airport to Cluj-Napoca International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Top stopovers between FAO and CLJ include:
Franz Josef Strauss Airport
Frankfurt Airport
Beauvais-Tille Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Faro Airport (FAO) to Cluj-Napoca International Airport (CLJ)
37 € is the lowest price for a one-way Faro Airport to Cluj-Napoca International Airport flight. Return flights start at 93 €. These fares can change based on demand.
To find cheap tickets from FAO to CLJ, book ahead. Airlines generally offer lower fares when flights are first made available.
Finding cheap flights from Faro Airport to Cluj-Napoca International Airport is easier if you can be flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the best prices across the month and snap up a great deal.
There's no need to check every day to see if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as there's a better deal on cheap flights from FAO to CLJ.
Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Faro Airport to Cluj-Napoca International Airport.
Handy information about Faro Airport (FAO)
When it comes to Faro Airport's on-time performance, data shows 76.66% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
Faro Airport is around 10 kilometres from central Faro. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The journey when using public transport takes roughly 1 hour 35 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel near FAO? If you're boarding an early flight from Faro Airport to Cluj-Napoca International Airport, these stays will have you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Cluj-Napoca International Airport (CLJ)
The last thing you want is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Faro Airport to Cluj-Napoca International Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near CLJ instead:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Cluj-Napoca International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Pricecarz, Klass Wagen or Surprice and explore beyond Cluj-Napoca's usual tourist stops.
Booking your vehicle from Cluj-Napoca International Airport around three weeks in advance increases your chances of getting a good deal.
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 10 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Getting to the centre on public transport takes about 35 minutes.
When to fly to Cluj-Napoca International Airport (CLJ)
It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from Faro Airport to Cluj-Napoca International Airport. August is the busiest month to head to Cluj-Napoca. If you want a more relaxed vibe, go in February.
The warmest month in Cluj-Napoca is August, with the temperature ranging between 13ºC (55ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF). Book your flights from Faro Airport to Cluj-Napoca International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from FAO to CLJ in January. Average temperatures are between -10ºC (14ºF) and 5ºC (41ºF) then.
Explore more of Romania
You've done Cluj-Napoca, now it's time to discover other parts of Romania. Journey about 322 kilometres south-east to Bucharest to check off its top sights. From Museum of the Palace of the Parliament to Old Town and Herastrau Park, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
If you want to check out another side of Romania, head for Iasi, roughly 306 kilometres east of Cluj-Napoca. Palace of Culture, Saint Nicholas Church and Golia Monastery are key highlights.