Travelling from Melbourne to Cluj Avram Iancu International Airport (CLJ): What you need to know
Cluj Avram Iancu International Airport is located in Cluj-Napoca. The city operates on the UTC+2 timezone and is nine hours behind Melbourne.
To ensure you get on your flight from Melbourne to CLJ, leave enough time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
You'll want to head there even earlier during popular months like December. Aim for two hours before domestic departures and as much as four hours for international journeys. After checking in, you can use any extra time to relax or grab something to eat.
Airports in Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
MEL is around 24 kilometers from central Melbourne. If you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the journey time to be around 35 minutes.
In search of a convenient hotel near Melbourne Tullamarine Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Melbourne to Cluj Avram Iancu International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, 68% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Avalon Airport (AVV)
Using public transport, you can travel from central Melbourne to AVV in around 1 hour 20 minutes. The terminal is roughly 56 kilometers away, and making the journey by car takes approximately 1 hour 5 minutes.
You're going on holiday, so why not spend another night away at a hotel near Avalon Airport? Before your Melbourne to CLJ flight, make yourself comfortable at Corio Bay Motel.
Avalon Airport has a reputation for reliability and timeliness. 80% of flights leaving here arrive right when they're supposed to.
About Cluj Avram Iancu International Airport (CLJ)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Melbourne to Cluj Avram Iancu International Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options near CLJ instead:
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Getting from Cluj Avram Iancu International Airport (CLJ) to central Cluj-Napoca
Central Cluj-Napoca is roughly 5 kilometers from Cluj Avram Iancu International Airport. Journey times by taxi or car hire will vary depending on time of day, so do a little research before you go.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey of around 35 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne to Cluj Avram Iancu International Airport (CLJ)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Melbourne to Cluj Avram Iancu International Airport is P36,708. For a return flight on this route, the best price is P69,673. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares may change.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Melbourne to CLJ if you book in advance. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird rates.
Cheap Melbourne to Cluj Avram Iancu International Airport tickets are easier to find when you have flexibility in your schedule. Use the 'Whole month' search function to compare fares throughout the month and then fly out on the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Melbourne to Cluj Avram Iancu International Airport (CLJ)
Think about the kind of holiday you want when picking your flight dates. January is the quietest month to go to Cluj-Napoca. July is when most people book flights from Melbourne to Cluj Avram Iancu International Airport (CLJ), which may be perfect if you enjoy travelling when it's busier.
The warmest month in Cluj-Napoca is August, with temperatures ranging between 13ºC (55ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF). Book your Melbourne to CLJ plane ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Melbourne to Cluj Avram Iancu International Airport in January when temperatures are between -10ºC (14ºF) and 5ºC (41ºF).
More about Cluj-Napoca
Start your Cluj-Napoca trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Melbourne to Cluj Avram Iancu International Airport, browse our selection of hotels including:
There are so many things to see and do in this city, it can be difficult to know where to begin. Târgul de Crăciun, St. Michael's Church and Museum Square are top sights which should be on every Cluj-Napoca itinerary.
Explore more of Romania
You've visited Cluj-Napoca, now it's time to explore other corners of Romania. Travel around 225 kilometers southwest to Timisoara to tick off its top sights. From Timișoara to Piata Victoriei and Timișoara Orthodox Cathedral, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Craiova is another favourite destination in Romania and is around 274 kilometers south of Cluj-Napoca. No journey is complete without experiencing "Alexandru Buia" Botanical Garden, Nicolae Romanescu Park and Craiova's Art Museum.
