Flying from London to Cluj-Napoca International Airport (CLJ): what you need to know
When organising a flight from London to Cluj-Napoca International Airport (CLJ), you'll have your pick of airports to take off from. Consider London Heathrow Airport (LHR) and London Gatwick Airport (LGW) for your departure options. Other possibilities include Stansted Airport (STN), London Luton Airport (LTN) and London City Airport (LCY).
Cluj-Napoca is 2 hours ahead of London. Cluj-Napoca International Airport is located in Cluj-Napoca, which operates on the UTC+2 timezone.
The most popular route is from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Cluj-Napoca International Airport (CLJ), with 19 direct services every week. If you want to head off as soon as possible, the earliest flight from LHR to CLJ is the 06:25 Ryanair service. If you have other commitments or plans on your day of travel, the last departure is at 22:00 with Wizz Air Malta.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Be at the airport on time to catch your flight from London to CLJ.
Be prepared for bigger queues during popular months such as July and other peak seasons. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Consider adding a stopover to possibly find a cheaper flight from London to CLJ. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from London Heathrow Airport (LHR). Break up the journey at one of these airports:
Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW)
The distance from central London to LHR is approximately 31 kilometres. Use travel apps like Google Maps for the quickest route, whether you plan to drive or take public transport.
Want a handy hotel near London Heathrow Airport? If you've booked an early flight from London to Cluj-Napoca International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Looking to fly out of London Gatwick Airport (LGW)? You can reserve a direct flight from London to Cluj-Napoca International Airport (CLJ) out of this hub.
Get on your direct flight from London to CLJ with Wizz Air Malta. This is one of the top carriers that operates this route out of LGW.
Break up your flight from London to Cluj-Napoca International Airport with a stop so you can freshen up or cross another place off your list. Popular stopovers between London Gatwick Airport and CLJ are:
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW)
You can reach LGW from the centre of London in about 1 hour and 19 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The journey on public transport will take roughly 1 hour and 26 minutes to travel the 80 kilometres or so.
Start your holiday sooner with an additional night away from home. Before your flight from London to CLJ, kick back in one of these hotels close to London Gatwick Airport:
About Cluj-Napoca International Airport (CLJ)
If you have a late flight from London to Cluj-Napoca International Airport, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these hotels near CLJ:
Getting from Cluj-Napoca International Airport (CLJ) to central Cluj-Napoca
Cluj-Napoca International Airport to the centre of Cluj-Napoca takes about 12 minutes in a car. It's approximately 6 kilometres away. See what options are available, such as cabs, car rentals or ride-sharing.
Travelling to the centre by public transport will take you roughly 37 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from London to Cluj-Napoca International Airport (CLJ)
Book a one-way ticket from London to Cluj-Napoca International Airport from Rs5,547 or travel return from just Rs10,338. The prices shown are based on availability and could change when you book.
We suggest booking as soon as you can to secure cheap tickets from London to CLJ. You're more likely to score a great deal and enjoy a larger selection of departure times and dates.
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The best time to fly from London to Cluj-Napoca International Airport (CLJ)
It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from London to Cluj-Napoca International Airport. August is the most popular month to travel to Cluj-Napoca. If you want a more relaxed vibe, go in February.
Think about the type of weather that'll suit your plans for Cluj-Napoca. The warmest month is August. Lock in your flights from London to CLJ during then and you can expect temperatures of between 13ºC and 27ºC.
If you like cooler conditions, lock in a cheap flight from London to Cluj-Napoca International Airport in January when temperatures average between -10ºC and 5ºC.
More about Cluj-Napoca
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Cluj-Napoca right here. Check out these hotels as soon as you've locked in your flight from London to Cluj-Napoca International Airport:
One of the best ways to get to know Cluj-Napoca is to visit its most popular attractions. Essential stops include St. Michael's Church, Hoia Baciu Forest and Banffy Palace.
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Hop behind the wheel of one of our car rentals in Cluj-Napoca and explore the city at your own pace. Easily compare prices from trusted providers in one go after booking your hotel and cheap flights from London to Cluj-Napoca International Airport.