Flying from Washington DC to Cluj Avram Iancu International Airport (CLJ): What you need to know
Cluj-Napoca is seven hours ahead of Washington DC. Cluj Avram Iancu International Airport is located in Cluj-Napoca, which is in the UTC+2 timezone.
Give yourself plenty of time to make your flight from Washington DC to CLJ. As a general rule, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
With more people on the move during busy months like July, get to the terminal earlier than usual. Two hours for domestic flights and up to four for international journeys will help you deal with longer queues. Remember things also get busy during major holidays like Fourth of July.
Airports in Washington DC
Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA)
The journey from central Washington DC to DCA takes around 25 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a taxi, you'll cover the 6 kilometres in 10 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Catching an early flight from Washington DC to Cluj Avram Iancu International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays close to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport:
Of all flights leaving Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport, 71% touch down on time at their destination.
You'll find DCA at 1 Aviation Circle.
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
Split up your flight from Washington DC to Cluj Avram Iancu International Airport with a stop so you can stretch your legs or cross another place off your list. Some great stopovers between Washington Dulles International Airport and CLJ are:
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Munich Franz Joseph Strauss Airport (MUC)
Zurich Airport (ZRH)
On public transport, you can travel from central Washington DC to IAD in about 1 hour 10 minutes. The airport is roughly 40 kilometres away, and getting there by car takes approximately 45 minutes.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before boarding your Washington DC to CLJ flight? Kick back in a hotel near Washington Dulles International Airport before your trip officially starts. These stays are expecting you:
77% of flights leaving Washington Dulles International Airport make it to their destination as expected.
The street address for IAD is 1 Saarinen Circle.
Baltimore Washington International Airport (BWI)
BWI is roughly 48 kilometres from central Washington DC. The drive from the city centre to the terminal takes about 40 minutes. If you're planning to take public transport, expect a journey time of around 50 minutes.
Set yourself up for a smooth departure — stay close to Baltimore Washington International Airport and know you'll reach the terminal with time to spare. Get settled at one of these hotels the day before if you've booked an early Washington DC to Cluj Avram Iancu International Airport flight:
The on-time performance rate of BWI is 77%. To put it simply, that's how often flights that depart this airport arrive within the expected time frame.
About Cluj Avram Iancu International Airport (CLJ)
Have a late flight from Washington DC to Cluj Avram Iancu International Airport? Don't let it rob you of real rest. Stay at one of these hotels near CLJ and get cosy, quick:
For the lowest price, book your vehicle around three weeks in advance of your Washington DC to Cluj Avram Iancu International Airport flight.
Getting from Cluj Avram Iancu International Airport (CLJ) to central Cluj-Napoca
Central Cluj-Napoca is roughly 5 kilometres from Cluj Avram Iancu International Airport. Journey times by car hire or taxi will vary based on time of day, so do some research ahead of your trip.
It'll take around 35 minutes if you're using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Washington DC to Cluj Avram Iancu International Airport (CLJ)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Washington DC to Cluj Avram Iancu International Airport is Rs95,042. For a return flight on this route, the best price is Rs196,066. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
Booking early is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Washington DC to CLJ. Flight prices rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely pay.
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The best time to fly from Washington DC to Cluj Avram Iancu International Airport (CLJ)
Think about the pace you're looking for when planning the timing of your trip. January is the quietest month to go to Cluj-Napoca. July is when most people book flights from Washington DC to Cluj Avram Iancu International Airport (CLJ), which may be ideal if you're chasing more excitement.
Before locking in your Washington DC to CLJ plane ticket, consider what kind of weather works for you. August is the warmest month in Cluj-Napoca, with temperatures ranging from 13ºC to 30ºC.
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Washington DC to Cluj Avram Iancu International Airport in January when temperatures are between -10ºC and 5ºC.
More about Cluj-Napoca
Start your Cluj-Napoca trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Washington DC to Cluj Avram Iancu International Airport, explore our range of hotels including:
Every great adventure has to include a little sightseeing. St. Michael's Church, Museum Square and Romanian Orthodox Church of Transfiguration are must-do's during your Cluj-Napoca adventure.
Explore more of Romania
Timisoara is just one of the many cities in Romania waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Cluj-Napoca. Around 225 kilometres away to the southwest, popular attractions include Piata Victoriei, Timișoara Orthodox Cathedral and Thomas Ede Palace.
If you're ready to explore another well-known destination in Romania, head for Craiova, about 274 kilometres south of Cluj-Napoca. "Alexandru Buia" Botanical Garden, Nicolae Romanescu Park and Craiova's Art Museum are the start of reasons to visit.
