PRESS RELEASE – Cluj Airport announces direct Cluj-Belgrade flights with Air Serbia from May 31, 2027
PRESS RELEASE
Cluj International Airport announces the premiere launch of direct flights to BELGRADE operated by the airline AIR SERBIA
Cluj-Napoca, October 20, 2026 – International Airport Avram Iancu Cluj, an autonomous region under the authority of the Cluj County Council, announces the launch of a new air route, which will connect, for the first time, Cluj-Napoca to the capital of Serbia, Belgrade, starting on May 31, 2027. Direct flights to Belgrade will be operated by Air Serbia, the national airline of Serbia, with a frequency of 4 flights per week, on Mondays, Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays.
The introduction of direct flights to Belgrade represents a new step in diversifying the network of destinations available from Cluj International Airport, offering passengers additional travel opportunities both to Serbia and to numerous international destinations served by Air Serbia.
The flights will be operated with ATR 72 aircraft, with a capacity of 72 seats, and tickets are already available for booking on the airline's website, www.airserbia.com.
Cluj-Napoca – Belgrade flight schedule, starting May 31, 2027 (local times):
| Operating days | Belgrade - Cluj Napoca | Cluj-Napoca - Belgrade |
|---|---|---|
| Luni și vineri | 13:10 – 15:30 | 16:00 – 16:20 |
| Thursday and Saturday | 00:50 – 03:10 | 04:40 – 05:00 |
Note: The operating hours are those available in the Air Serbia booking system, but may be subject to further changes.
The new route features a particular interest in the opportunities to connect to Air Serbia's international network, facilitating the access of passengers from Cluj-Napoca and the entire Transylvania region to important destinations in the United States of America and Canada, as well as New York, Chicago, Miami (starting June 24, 2027) and Toronto, via Belgrade Airport. At the same time, Air Serbia's route network offers connection possibilities to Asia, including Shanghai (China), the Middle East and numerous European destinations, thus contributing to diversifying travel options and expanding the international connectivity of Cluj Airport.
Mr. Alin Tișe, President of the Cluj County Council, stated: "A new route, new opportunities for Cluj County!" The introduction of direct flights to Belgrade will contribute to the development of economic and trade relations, to the stimulation of tourism and to the creation of new opportunities for Cluj County and the entire Transylvania region. We are glad that Cluj International Airport continues to attract new airlines and expand the network of destinations available to passengers, and the Cluj County Council will continue to support the development of the airport and the necessary investments to consolidate its position as the main air gateway of Transylvania.”
Mr. Viorel Federiga, President of the Board of Directors of Cluj International Airport mentioned on this occasion: "We are pleased that the efforts of the Cluj International Airport management to develop the route network are materializing by attracting a new airline, introducing a new destination and expanding connection possibilities. This achievement is all the more important in the current economic and geopolitical context, marked by numerous challenges for the aviation industry, and confirms the capacity of Cluj Airport to attract new air operators and consolidate its position on the regional airport market."
Mr. David Ciceo, General Manager of Cluj "Avram Iancu" International Airport, stated: "We are pleased to announce the launch of direct flights to Belgrade, operated by Air Serbia, a prestigious airline, internationally recognized for the quality of the services offered. The new route responds to the existing potential for this destination and offers passengers numerous connection possibilities, complementary to those currently available at Cluj International Airport. An important advantage is the access to destinations in North America, for which there is significant demand, but also to other international destinations in the Air Serbia network. We are confident in the success of this new route and in the prospects for developing a solid and long-term partnership with Air Serbia."
The launch of direct flights to Belgrade will also contribute to the development of economic, commercial, tourist and cultural relations between Cluj County and the entire region served by Cluj International Airport with Serbia, offering new opportunities for collaboration and mobility for the business environment and passengers.
By introducing this new destination, Cluj International Airport consolidates its role as the regional leader of airports in Romania and an important air connectivity point for Transylvania, continuing the strategy of diversifying the route network and attracting new air operators.
About the airline Air Serbia
Air Serbia is the national airline of the Republic of Serbia, with a tradition in aviation dating back to 1927, with the establishment of Aeroput. Under its current name, Air Serbia has been operating since October 2013, offering scheduled, seasonal and charter flights to over 100 destinations in Europe, the Mediterranean region, North America, Asia and Africa.
One of Air Serbia's strategic objectives is the continuous modernization of its aircraft fleet, control systems and technical support infrastructure, as well as the permanent improvement of its crews.
The company carries out its main operations from Belgrade Nikola Tesla Airport and operates a diversified fleet, consisting of aircraft types: Airbus A319, A320 and A330-200, ATR 72-600 and Embraer E195.
Through the continuous development of its route network and fleet modernization, Air Serbia has strengthened its international connectivity, including long-haul flights to North America and Asia.
