Flying from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Cluj-Napoca International Airport (CLJ): what you need to know
Cluj-Napoca is nine hours behind Melbourne and observes the UTC+2 timezone.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Be at the airport with enough time to catch your MEL to CLJ flight.
Travelling during a peak time like January? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer lines at security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Cluj-Napoca International Airport (CLJ)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Cluj-Napoca International Airport flight is ₹ 47,389. A round-trip fare right now is ₹ 86,907. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
It's a good idea to book early if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from MEL to CLJ. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Cluj-Napoca International Airport across the entire month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your travel plans aren't set in stone.
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Discover the perfect flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Cluj-Napoca International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by departure and arrival times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
Of all flights leaving Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, 67.71% land on time at their destination.
To get to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport from central Melbourne, it'll take about 30 minutes if you're travelling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 24 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The journey when using public transport will take about 40 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel close to MEL? If you're catching an early flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Cluj-Napoca International Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Cluj-Napoca International Airport (CLJ)
Reserve a hotel close to CLJ if you're taking a late Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Cluj-Napoca International Airport flight. Pick one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:
Follow your own route with a Cluj-Napoca International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Pricecarz, Klass Wagen or Surprice and chase adventure across Cluj-Napoca and beyond.
Lock in the best rate by booking your vehicle from Cluj-Napoca International Airport about three weeks before your departure date.
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.
Travelling to the centre by public transport will take you around 35 minutes.
When to fly to Cluj-Napoca International Airport (CLJ)
The quietest month for a flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Cluj-Napoca International Airport is February, while August is the busiest. Choose the best time to go to Cluj-Napoca based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
The warmest month in Cluj-Napoca is August, with the temperature ranging between 13ºC and 27ºC. Lock in your flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Cluj-Napoca International Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
Look for cheap tickets from MEL to CLJ in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -10ºC and 5ºC on average.
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 attractions. From Museum of the Palace of the Parliament to Old Town and Herastrau Park, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Iasi is another must-experience destination in Romania and is around 306 kilometres east of Cluj-Napoca. No trip is complete without dropping by Palace of Culture, Saint Nicholas Church and Golia Monastery.
