Destinations
Through its current and future development projects, Cluj International Airport aims to develop the infrastructure, create new opportunities for the development of the route network and attract airlines to operate new destinations, increase operating frequencies by providing marketing support in line with the market national and European air transport, in order to increase air traffic and determine the economic and touristic development of the region.
Domestic destinations
Bucharest Romania)
Henri Coandă Bucharest International Airport is located approximately 15 km from the center of Bucharest. Bucharest is the capital and the largest city in Romania. It has a special status in the Romanian administration, in the sense that it is the only municipality that does not belong to any county. The most spectacular tourist attractions are the Palace of the Parliament - the largest building in Europe and the second largest in the world, the Romanian Athenaeum and the Arc de Triumf. The historic center can be explored on foot, on the cobbled fairy-tale streets, in a period setting of more than 4 centuries old. More details about the destination here
- Destination airport: Henri Coandă International Airport Bucharesti (OTP)
External destinations
Abu Dhabi (USA)
Abu Dhabi, the capital of the United Arab Emirates (UAE), is a vibrant and modern city located on the central west coast of the Emirates on Abu Dhabi Island. It is an important center for politics, industry and culture in the region. The city is famous for its futuristic and innovative architecture. Iconic buildings such as the Emirates Palace, a luxurious and grand construction, and the Etihad Towers, a luxury skyscraper complex, dominate the city skyline. Abu Dhabi is also home to the Sheikh Zayed Mosque, one of the largest and most beautiful mosques in the world, known for its spectacular design and impressive details.
- Airline: Wizz Air
- Destination airport: Zayed International Airport Abu Dhabi
- Flights available from October 2024
Alicante (Spain)
Alicante is a thriving port city in eastern Spain. It stretches around a huge bay, is in a continuous expansion and offers tourists some wonderful tourist spots with long and pleasant alleys, guarded on the edges by countless palm trees. The airport is located 9 km south of Alicante, and the bus journey takes about 20 minutes. More details about the destination here
- Airline: Wizz Air
- Destination airport: Alicante International Airport
Barcelona (Spain)
Barcelona, the capital of Catalonia, is a city that you will discover to be amazing at every step. The opening to the coast of the Mediterranean Sea, the numerous beaches or paths (those coves sheltered by spectacular rocks), the enviable architecture and the multitude of cultural attractions make the Capital of Catalonia one of the most desirable tourist destinations. Here you can discover an amalgam of contrasts - from the medieval atmosphere of the Gothic quarter to the avant-garde architecture of Gaudi; from the long beaches, a bit crowded in the peak season, to the peace that you can find at the height, on Montserrat Mountain. The distance from El Prat to Barcelona is approximately 17 km from the city center. More details about the destination here
- Airline: Wizz Air
- Destination airport: Barcelona International Airport
Bari (Italy)
Located on the Adriatic coast, the city Bari it is the capital of the Italian region of Apulia and of the province of Bari. Among the characteristic places of the city should be mentioned the old town (città vecchia), where it is located Saint Nicholas Basilica (Basilica di San Nicola) and Cathedral of San Sabino (at the Cathedral); Svevo Castle; San Nicola stadium (58.300 seats); Victoria Stadium; the streets in the center (Via Sparano, Corso Vittorio Emanuele, Piazza del Ferrarese), the central building of the university (l'ateneo universitario), the beaches "Torre Quetta" and "Pane & Pomodoro", the old port ('nderre a la lànze).
More details about the destination here
- Airline: Wizz Air
- Destination airport: Bari International Airport (BRI)
Basel (Switzerland)
Basel is the second largest city in Switzerland, being nicknamed the "corner of three countries", because it borders both France and Germany. Basel is the ideal destination for a city break, because two worlds meet. The Rhine flows through the city and divides it into Grossbasel (Greater Basel) and Kleinbasel (Little Basel), the former boasting an exceptional artistic life and other attractions during the day, and the latter with an extraordinary nightlife . More details about the destination here
- Airline: Wizz Air
- Destination airport: Basel International Airport
Bergamo (Italy)
Orio Al Serio International Airport is 60 km from the center of Milan. Milan - the fashion capital of Italy - is a paradise of shopping, football, opera and nightlife. The city is also famous for Milan Duomo, one of the largest and most famous Gothic cathedrals in the world, La Scala, one of the most famous operas in the world, Galleria Vittorio Emanuele, a fascinating gallery with shops, restaurants and cafes, the gallery of art Brera, Pirelli tower, San Siro stadium and Sforzesco Castle, the famous medieval castle. In addition, the Last Supper, a painting by Leonardo da Vinci, can be found in this city. More details about the destination here
- Airline: Wizz Air and Ryanair
- Destination airport: Milan Bergamo Airport
Bologna (Italy)
Bologna is one of the best preserved historical cities in northern Italy in Emilia-Romagna. It is called the red city for the color of its roofs and facades. The Two Towers (Due Torri) are the symbol of Bologna. The University of Bologna is the oldest European university. Bologna is the ideal city for walking – the best way to get to know this city full of beautiful streets and buildings. More details about the destination here
- Airline: Wizz Air
- Destination airport: Bologna International Airport (BLQ)
Budapest (Hungary)
The capital of Hungary is becoming more and more popular among tourists - moreover, Budapest has become such a fashionable tourist destination that in 2019 it won the prestigious "European Best Destination" award. Not by chance, because the city promises many wonderful attractions: it is enough to go out into the street and we will immediately see a fabulous view, both on the Buda side and on the Pest side, wherever we look. More details about the destination here
- Airlines: AeroExpress Regional
- Destination airport: Budapest International Airport (BUD)
Brussels Charleroi (Belgium)
The capital of Belgium, Brussels, is one of the three official headquarters of the European institutions, along with the cities of Luxembourg and Strasbourg. In 2000, Brussels was declared the European cultural capital. Brussels is the third city in the number of international conferences organized, thus becoming one of the largest meeting centers in the world. More details about the destination here
- Airline: Wizz Air and Ryanair
- Destination airport: Brussels Charleroi International Airport (CRL)
Catania-Sicily (Italy)
Catania is the second largest city of Sicily, framed by the Etna volcano - the most active volcano in Europe and the Mediterranean Sea to the East. It is a vibrant city with bars, cafes and narrow alleyways. In Catania you can admire numerous art buildings and taste traditional dishes from the local cuisine, one of the richest and most aromatic in Sicily. More details about the destination here
- Airline: Wizz Air
- Destination airport: Catania Fontanarossa Airport (CTA)
Corfu (Greece)
Corfu is the most popular of the Ionian islands, being located in the northern part of them, close to the Albanian coast, from which it is separated by a strait with a width of 3 to 25 km. This is also a prefecture that also contains a series of small islands nearby, the most important of which are the islands of Paxoi and Othonoi.
- Airline: Wizz Air
- Destination airport: Corfu International Airport(CFU)
Crete Chania (Greece)
The city of Chania is the second most populated city of the island and the capital of the homonymous prefecture. Unaltered to such a large extent by the intense tourist phenomenon, it retains the charm of another time, from the time when it was proud of the title of the administrative capital of Crete. The important tourist attractions are mostly concentrated in the Old Center of the city, which stretches around the beautiful Venetian Port.
- Airline: Wizz Air
- Destination airport: Crete Chania International Airport (CHQ)
Dortmund (Germany)
The distance from the Airport to the city center is 22 minutes by bus. The city of Dortmund offers a variety of excellent museums and attractions. Dortmund is well known for its famous football team, Borussia Dortmund, founded in 1909. It is one of the most successful clubs in Europe and has the largest stadium on the continent. Dormund is a pleasant city to explore on foot. The German Football Museum, Alter Markt as well as St. Reinold's Church are some tourist attractions that should not be missed. More details about the destination here
- Airline: Wizz Air
- Destination airport: Dortmund International Airport (DTM)
Dublin (Ireland)
Dublin Airport is 10 km north of the city centre. In Dublin there is history and culture, music and fun, green parks and wild surroundings, cosmopolitan life and shops at every turn. The Guinness Storehouse brewery, established in 1759 – is the most important attraction of the city. Dublin is a major cultural center in Ireland, here are the largest and most prestigious museums in Ireland. More details about the destination here
- Destination airport: Dublin International Airport (DUB)
Eindhoven (Netherlands)
Eindhoven Airport is located approximately 8 km from the city of Eindhoven, which has become a world hub for modern industries. The Philips Museum, the old center, the streets with bars, the beer or gin factories, the Van Abbemuseum museum, the parks and the terraces thus give the city technology and a good mood. More details about the destination here
- Airline: Wizz Air
- Destination airport: Eindhoven International Airport (EIN)
Frankfurt Hahn (Germany)
Located on the River Main, Frankfurt is known for its futuristic skyline. The city is the financial capital of continental Europe. The European Central Bank and the German Stock Exchange are two institutions found here. In addition, it is also home to some of the world's most important exhibitions, such as the Frankfurt Motor Show and the Frankfurt Book Fair. More details about the destination here
- Airlines: Wizz Air
- Destination airport: Frankfurt Hahn Airport (HHN)
Istanbul (Turkey)
Founded more than 2500 years ago, in 667 BC, today's Istanbul was at times a Greek colony (called Byzantium), the capital of the Eastern Roman Empire (Constantinople) and the center of the Ottoman world (Istanbul), and the main metropolis of Turkey. Churches alongside mosques, Greek columns and Arabic architecture, all found on the shores where the Euxine Pontus (Black Sea or Kara Deniz in Turkish) meets the Sea of Marmara. Stretched on both sides of the Bosphorus, Istanbul is the only city in the world whose the surface spans two continents, Europe and Asia. More details about the destination here
- Airline: Turkish Airlines
- Destination airport: Istanbul International Airport (IST)
Larnaca (Cyprus)
Larnaca is one of the most important seaside resorts in Cyprus, well known for its beautiful, clean beaches and vibrant nightlife. Larnaca International Airport is the largest airport in Cyprus, located 6 km west of the city center. From the airport to the center, it is 15 minutes by taxi or you can take the city-airport buses. More details about the destination here
- Airlines: Wizz Air
- Destination airport: Cyprus International Airport (LCA)
Leeds (UK)
Leeds, the third largest city in England, United Kingdom (after London and Birmingham), is the largest city in the West Yorkshire region in northern England. The city sits on the banks of the River Aire and is considered to be the capital of northern England. Leeds is part of the metropolitan area of the same name. The city was an important fair in the Middle Ages, the first documentary attestation dating back to 1207. In Leeds there are several museums, the most important being probably the Royal Armories opened in 1996, when the collections were transferred from the Tower of London museum. More details about the destination here
- Airlines: Wizz Air
- Destination airport: Leeds Bradford Airport (LBA)
Lisbon (Portugal)
Lisbon, Portugal's vibrant capital, is famous for its historic Belém Tower, a UNESCO World Heritage Site that offers stunning views of the Tagus River, and Jerónimos Monastery, a masterpiece of Manueline architecture. The city's charming Alfama district, with its narrow streets and traditional Fado music, along with scenic tram rides, offers a foray into Lisbon's rich cultural heritage.
- Airlines: Wizz Air
- Destination airport: Humberto Delgado Lisbon International Airport
- Flights available from October 2024
London Luton (UK)
Luton is a multicultural city, known nationally but also internationally for the hat industry that is still developed here, but also for the fame regarding the production of Whitbread beer and for Vauxhall cars even if these two industries are no longer working. The duration of a bus journey is approximately one hour and 30 minutes, and the train journey to London takes approximately 45 minutes. More details about the destination here
- Airlines: Wizz Air
- Destination airport: London Luton International Airport (LTN)
London Stansted (UK)
London is one of the most vibrant cities in the world, so you will always find a reason or an excuse to visit it. Whether you are a simple tourist, a Harry Potter fan or an art lover, you will find plenty to do in the British capital.
If you are in London for the first time, you will probably want to give priority to famous touristic places and objectives. London Stansted Airport is the third airport in terms of the number of passengers that transit it and one of the six airports that serve the London capital and is located in the north-eastern part of London. Access to the airport from the city center takes about 20 minutes. More details about the destination here
- Airlines: Ryanair
- Destination airport: London Stansted International Airport (STN)
Lyon (France)
Located in eastern France, it is the third largest city in the country and the capital of the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region. Renowned for its cultural, historical and gastronomic heritage, Lyon is an important center for business and tourism. Lyon is a dynamic and lively city that harmoniously combines tradition with modernity, offering a variety of opportunities and attractions for residents and visitors.
- Airlines: Wizz Air
- Destination airport: Lyon Lyon-Saint Exupéry International Airport
- Flights available from October 2024
Málaga (Spain)
Málaga is for most people the first stop on their holiday in Andalusia, as it is also home to the region's most important airport. Although most tourist attractions in Málaga do not enjoy the fame of those in Granada, Cordoba or Seville, there are many beautiful places to discover in the Andalusian city. In Málaga you will find a charming old center with many historic buildings, colorful squares, restaurants and cafes that fill you with all kinds of goodies to step on their doorstep, spectacular views, and all these objectives can be easily explored on foot, during a walks among palm and orange trees. The airport is located 8 km southwest of Malaga city center. More details about the destination here
- Airlines: Wizz Air
- Destination airport: Costa del Sol Malaga International Airport (AGP)
Madrid (Spain)
Madrid is the highest capital in Europe, being located at an altitude of 646 m, and the most pleasant climate is during spring and autumn. In winter, the city is whipped by harsh winds that blow directly from the Sierra de Guadarrama mountain range, and in summer it is oppressively hot. Madrid takes you on a journey through the history of art. Its oldest treasures are at the Museo Arqueologico, and the most refined at the recently expanded Prado Museum. The airport is located 12 km northeast of Madrid. The bus journey takes 30 minutes. More details about the destination here
- Destination airport: Adoldo Suarez Madrid International Airport (MAD)
Malmö (Sweden)
Malmo is famous for its impressive number of parks, which led to the idea of being named the City of Parks. The parks and canals that cross the old neighborhoods add an undeniable charm to the city, being real places full of calm and peace. What is even more impressive in Malmo is the fact that in the center of the city there is a beach called Ribersborg, also known as the Copacabana of Scandinavia. Malmo is the place where several cultures meet and live in harmony, where more than 100 dialects are spoken, which makes it maintain an active cultural life. Modern works of art from Sweden, but also from many places, are exhibited at the Malmo Art Gallery, at the Rooseum, and at the Malmo Art Museum. The airport is located 28 km away from the city of Malmo. More details about the destination here
- Airline: Wizz Air
- Destination airport: Malmö International Airport (MMX)
Memmingen (Germany)
Memmingen is a city in the administrative region of Schwaben, Bavaria, Germany. Memmingen is a city that is not administratively included in a rural district, it has the status of an urban district, being therefore a city-district. Memmingen Airport is located 5 kilometers from the center of Munich, very convenient for transit travel. From the airport to the city bus runs every hour, but tourists often walk, admiring the traditional Bavarian nature trail. More details about the destination here
- Airlines: Wizz Air
- Destination airport: Memmingen Allgäu International Airport (FMM)
Munich (Germany)
Munich – the capital of Bavaria, is the third largest city in Germany, after Berlin and Hamburg. The BMW Museum, the Allianz Arena - the stadium where the Bayern Munich football team plays, Oktoberfest - the biggest beer festival in the world, with over 7 million visitors, or the Marienplatz Square in the heart of the city, are the most famous tourist attractions. A trip from the airport to the city center takes about 45 minutes. More details about the destination here
- Airlines: Lufthansa
- Destination airport: Munich International Airport (MUC)
Naples (Italy)
Naples is the largest city in southern Italy. It is one of the regional capitals and is located in the middle of the distance between Vesuvius and the Campi Flegrei volcanic area. Naples is located on the northern shore of the bay of the same name, in the southeastern extremity of the Campania Plain. The southeastern districts of the city climb the slopes of Vesuvius. In the northwestern part, it is bounded by the Campi Flegrei volcanic area. The historic center of the city has been part of the world heritage since 1995 and is one of the largest urban centers on this list.
. More details about the destination here
- Airline: Wizz Air
- Destination airport: Naples Gesac International Airport (NAP)
Nice (France)
Nice is an important tourist center and spa resort, being nicknamed "the capital of the Côte d'Azur" (French Riviera). Among the main tourist attractions are the Matisse Museum, the Museum of Arts, the Massena palace-museum, the old town with the Lascaris palace-museum and the Saint Reparat cathedral, the castle garden and ruins, the ruins of the Roman city of Cimenelum, the Franciscan monastery of Cimiez with a superb rosary, the garden Phoenix botanical garden with the largest greenhouse in Europe, the opera house and many other sights worth visiting.
- Airline: Wizz Air
- Destination airport: Nice Cote D'Azur International Airport (NCE)
Nuremberg (Germany)
Nuremberg is the birthplace of the sweet cake. The Germanic National Museum in Nuremberg houses the largest collection of art and culture in the country. The Nuremberg Toy Museum is also a fun attraction for children of all ages. The zoo in Nuremberg is one of the largest and oldest in Europe and houses over 2.000 animals. A metro ride from the airport to the city center takes just 10 minutes.
Airline: Wizz Air
Destination airport: Nuremberg International Airport (NUE)
Palma de Mallorca (Spain)
Palma de Mallorca, the capital of the island of Mallorca is located in the bay of the same name and enjoys an excellent climate throughout the year (with an average annual temperature of 17,9° C). The so-called "Pearl of the Mediterranean" offers a vibrant day and night lifestyle full of Mediterranean flair that attracts millions of visitors every year.
- Airline: Wizz Air
- Destination airport: Palma de Mallorca International Airport (PMI)
Paris Beauvais (France)
Paris is the capital of France and the largest city of this country. The city is crossed by the Seine River in northern France, in the middle of the Île-de-France region. Paris is today one of the largest economic and cultural centers in the world.
- Destination airport: International Airport Paris Beauvais (BVA)
Rome Ciampino (Italy)
Rome, the capital of Italy, also known as the "Capital of the World", the "Eternal City" or the "City of the Seven Hills" is modern and cosmopolitan. Rome is an important tourist center. Among the most famous monuments are the Colosseum and Trajan's Column. Fontana di Trevi is the largest baroque fountain in the world. The Historic Center of Rome is on the UNESCO World Heritage List.
- Airline: Wizz Air
- Destination airport: Airport Rome Ciampino International (CIA)
Stuttgart (Germany)
Stuttgart is located in the center of the southwestern region of Stuttgart, near the Black Forest mountains, from which, in addition to the Danube, the Neckar River originates, which runs through this city. The city is where both the motorcycle and the four-wheeled automobile were invented (both by Gottlieb Daimler and Wilhelm Maybach), thus being the starting point for the world automotive industry. It was also here that the prototype of the Volkswagen Beetle car was built, according to the designs of Ferdinand Porsche.
- Airline: Wizz Air
- Destination airport: Stuttgart International Airport
- Flights available from October 2024
Valencia (Spain)
- Airline: Wizz Air
- Destination airport: Valencia International Airport (VLC)
Warsaw (Poland)
Warsaw, the Capital of Poland perfectly combines traditionalism with modernism through imposing palaces and churches, but also through festivals and nightlife, which attracts tourists of all ages.
Chopin International Airport is 10 km southwest of the center of Warsaw, being the largest and busiest airport in Poland.
Airline: Lot Polish Airlines
- Destination airport: Warsaw International Airport (WAW)
Venice (Italy)
Treviso is a city in northern Italy and the capital of the province with the same name.
Venice-Treviso Airport, is an international airport located 3 km west-southwest of Treviso and approximately 31 km away from the city of Venice, Italy.
- Airline: Wizz Air
- Destination airport: Treviso International Airport (TSF)
Vienna (Austria)
Vienna International Airport located in Schwechat, 18 km southeast of the center of Vienna, is the largest and busiest airport in Austria.
- Airline: Wizz Air
- Destination airport: Vienna International Airport
Zaragoza (Spain)
- Airline: Wizz Air
- Destination airport: Airport Zaragoza International (ZAZ)
Zakynthos (Greece)
Zakynthos is one of the most exotic Greek islands. Located near the Peloponnese, in the fascinating Ionian Sea, it boasts a wonderful natural landscape and magical beaches.
Exploring the island, you will discover picturesque hilltop villages, traditional monasteries and dreamlike natural landscapes.
Airline: Wizz Air
- Destination airport: Zakynthos International Airport (ZTH)
Zurich (Switzerland)
- Airline: Swiss International Air Lines
- Destination airport: Airport Zurich International (ZRH)
Interesting facts about Cluj-Napoca
Population
In 2011, 324.576 inhabitants lived within the city limits, making it the second most populous city in the country at the time, after the national capital Bucharest.
Universities and schools
The city of Cluj-Napoca is considered the second university center in Romania, being the place that hosts approximately 80.000 students from the whole country every year.
Climate
The climate of Cluj-Napoca is temperate-continental, with cold winters and hot summers. The climate is influenced by the city's proximity to the Apuseni Mountains, as well as by urbanization.
Festivals and events
Concerts, festivals, cultural shows, exhibitions, parties, conferences and workshops, book and film launches and other events, you can find them all in Cluj.