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Muzeul Național de Artă al României
Leading Romanian art museum in the former royal palace, with European and national collections across several elegant galleries.
Flights from Cluj-Napoca to Bucharest depart on average 5 times per day, taking around 1h 25m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at £40 but you can travel from only £12 by coach.
There are 4 flights per day. The earliest flight runs at 00:35, the last at 23:40. The fastest flight covers the 325 km distance in 50m. September is the cheapest month to fly.
Distance 325 km |
Average flight duration 1h 25m |
Cheapest ticket price £40 |
Flights per day 5 |
Direct flights 4 |
Fastest flight 50m |
First flight 0:35 |
Last flight 23:40 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 35 days |
Cheapest price on 29 Aug
£104
Average ticket price on 29 Aug
£364
Fastest journey on 29 Aug
55 m
Average journey duration on 29 Aug
7 h 19 m
Flights on 29 Aug
5
Distance
325 km
The best way to find a cheap flight ticket from Cluj-Napoca to Bucharest is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cluj-Napoca to Bucharest will cost around £364 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap flight tickets today for only £104.
On Sat 29 Aug, we found 5 flights from Cluj-Napoca to Bucharest, including 1 direct services.
These direct flights cover the 325 km distance in an average of 7 h 19 m but if you time it right, some flights will get you there in just 55 m .
The slowest flights will take 12 h 35 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
RO648
LH1669 · LH1654
LH1669 · LH1652
LH1671 · LH1654
LH1673 · LH1652
RO648
LH1669 · LH1652
LH1671 · LH1654
LH1669 · LH1654
LH1673 · LH1652Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Cluj-Napoca to Bucharest among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £16 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 25m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £16, while a flight costs an average of £73.
Distance: 325 km
| Flight | Most popular Coach | Train |
|---|---|---|
£73 Average Price | £16 Average Price Cheapest | £26 Average Price |
3h 25m Average total duration Fastest 1h 25m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 8h 43m Average total duration 8h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 15m Average total duration 10h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
The table below shows live departures for Cluj-Napoca to Bucharest flights for today, Friday 28 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
A2107 | 17:35 Cluj Napoca International Airport | 0h50 | 18:25 Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
RO648 | 19:55 Cluj Napoca International Airport | 0h55 | 20:50 Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
| Saturday 29 August | |||||
LH1673 · LH1652 | 6:00 Cluj Napoca International Airport | 12h35 | 18:35 Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport | 1 change | |
LH1669 · LH1654 | 13:50 Cluj Napoca International Airport | 11h20 | 1:10 Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport | 1 change | |
LH1669 · LH1652 | 13:50 Cluj Napoca International Airport | 4h45 | 18:35 Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport | 1 change | |
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Leading Romanian art museum in the former royal palace, with European and national collections across several elegant galleries.
Open-air museum with traditional houses, churches and farm buildings moved from across Romania, ideal for architecture and folklore.
Museum in Ceaușescu’s former residence, showing preserved private rooms, décor and daily life inside the late communist elite.
Atmospheric historic quarter with churches, inns, small lanes and restored buildings, ideal for walking and seeing old Bucharest.
Elegant central avenue linking major squares, theatres and historic buildings; one of the city’s best walks for architecture and atmosphere.
Large landscaped park around Herăstrău Lake with promenades, boat rentals and green space for a relaxed break from central traffic.
Sarmale are cabbage rolls stuffed with minced pork and rice, slowly cooked and often served with polenta. They are a festive Romanian staple.
Mici are skinless grilled minced meat rolls seasoned with garlic and spices. They are a beloved street and barbecue classic in Bucharest.
Ciorbă de burtă is a rich sour tripe soup with garlic, vinegar and cream. It is one of Romania’s most iconic traditional soups.
Elegant dining room showcasing modern Romanian cooking and tasting menus in a polished central setting.
Historic beer hall serving Romanian classics, grilled meats and local beer in a lively old-town setting.
Stylish restaurant focused on Romanian cuisine with refined plating and a more contemporary dining room.
Budget-friendly for a European capital: hotels, meals and public transport are generally cheaper than in Western and Central European city breaks.
Service is not always included. Tip 10% in restaurants for good service, round up or add 5-10% for taxis, and small change at cafés is appreciated.
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Aeroport Henri Coandă, Bucharest -> Gara de Nord, Bucharest
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Most Cluj-Napoca to Bucharest flights use the Cluj Napoca International Airport to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport airport pair. Use this guide to compare Cluj-Napoca and Bucharest airports on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like airport facilities and services.
Cluj Napoca International Airport is 6 km from Cluj-Napoca city centre. Public transport options include:
Cluj Napoca International Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge and Lost and Found Office.
Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport. ATMs are located in the arrivals and departures areas.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Cluj Napoca International Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Cluj Napoca International Airport: Elevators, ramps.
Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport is 2 km from Bucharest city centre. Public transport options include:
Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, Lounge and Lost and Found Office.
Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport. ATMs are located in Arrivals and Departures.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport: Elevators, ramps.
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