Flying from Cluj-Napoca International Airport (CLJ) to Melbourne: what you need to know
The timezone in Melbourne is UTC+11. The city is nine hours ahead of Cluj-Napoca, where Cluj-Napoca International Airport is located.
To avoid rushing for your CLJ to Melbourne flight, leave enough time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
You can expect longer lines during popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
CLJ is about 5 kilometres from central Cluj-Napoca. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 10 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're using public transport, expect the trip time to be around 35 minutes.
In search of a hotel near CLJ? If you've booked an early flight from Cluj-Napoca International Airport to Melbourne, these stays set you up for a seamless send-off:
When it comes to Cluj-Napoca International Airport's on-time performance, 72.0% of flights arrive within the scheduled time frame.
How to find the cheapest flights from Cluj-Napoca International Airport (CLJ) to Melbourne
RM2,408 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Cluj-Napoca International Airport to Melbourne flight. A round-trip flight ticket right now is RM5,691. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares may change.
To pick up cheap flights from CLJ to Melbourne, book in advance. Airlines tend to offer their most competitively priced fares when flights first go on sale.
The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Cluj-Napoca International Airport to Melbourne across each month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your plans aren't set in stone.
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Airports in Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) is around 24 kilometres from the centre of Melbourne. If you're opting for a ride-share or a taxi, the drive will take roughly 30 minutes.
It typically takes 40 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
If you have a late flight from Cluj-Napoca International Airport to Melbourne, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these hotels near MEL:
Pick up a Melbourne Tullamarine Airport rental car and discover Melbourne and beyond with your own wheels. Bargain Car Rentals, East Coast and Sixt are well-known companies to choose from here.
To get the best deal, reserve your vehicle from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport about four weeks in advance of your flight from CLJ to Melbourne.
Avalon Airport (AVV)
Avalon Airport (AVV) is about 56 kilometres from central Melbourne. Once you've hopped off your flight from Cluj-Napoca International Airport to Melbourne, it'll take you around 50 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
Public transport will get you there in about 2 hours 5 minutes.
Corio Bay Motel is one accommodation option within an easy drive of AVV. Unpack your bags here after your CLJ to Melbourne flight and then hang the 'Do not disturb' sign to get some rest.
Sixt, Kangaroo Rental and yesaway car hire make collecting an Avalon Airport rental car quick and easy. These suppliers are located in or around the terminal and will get you on your way in no time.
Get first dibs on the best options. Booking your ride from AVV three weeks in advance often means better prices and a greater selection of vehicles.
Essendon Airport (MEB)
Head to the city centre after your flight from Cluj-Napoca International Airport to Melbourne has arrived. Central Melbourne is about 19 kilometres from Essendon Airport (MEB) and takes roughly 25 minutes to reach by taxi or ride-share.
Public transport will get you there in around 1 hour 15 minutes.
Stay at a hotel close to MEB and go from landing to lounging in your room in a flash. Whether you have a late CLJ to Melbourne flight or just want to keep your travel plans simple, these accommodation options offer convenience when you need it most:
Whether you're searching for a compact for a solo getaway or a full-size SUV to fit a group of friends, you'll find the right Essendon Airport rental car for you. Check out the range of wheels available here from names such as East Coast, Ace Rental Cars and Goldcar.
Booking a couple of weeks ahead of your flight from Cluj-Napoca International Airport to Melbourne is always smart. Along with better deals, you'll likely have a better variety of makes and models to choose from at MEB.
Best time to go to Melbourne
Before securing your flights from Cluj-Napoca International Airport to Melbourne, consider which time of year works best for you. Peak season in Melbourne offers a bustling atmosphere and plenty of things to do, while the low season means you'll get cheaper hotel rates and smaller crowds.
The warmest month in Melbourne is January, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Lock in your Cluj-Napoca International Airport to Melbourne plane ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from CLJ to Melbourne in July when temperatures average between 4ºC (39ºF) and 13ºC (55ºF).
More about Melbourne
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Melbourne right here. Browse these hotels as soon as you've booked your flight from Cluj-Napoca International Airport to Melbourne:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be difficult to know where to begin. National Gallery of Victoria, Federation Square and Eureka Skydeck 88 are top sights which should be on any well-planned Melbourne itinerary.
Explore more of Australia
You've done Melbourne, now it's time to discover other parts of Australia. Travel about 467 kilometres north-east to Canberra to check off its popular sights. From Australian War Memorial to National Gallery of Australia and Parliament House, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Around 451 kilometres south-east of Melbourne, Launceston is another essential stop in Australia. Experience major highlights starting with City Park, Tamar Island Wetlands and James Boag Brewery Experience.
