Travelling from Cluj-Napoca International Airport (CLJ) to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH): what you need to know
Cluj-Napoca and Athens are in the UTC+2 timezone. That means you won't have to adjust your watch after you land.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your CLJ to ATH flight.
During popular months such as August, it's best to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're travelling during a peak period in general.
If you'd like to break up your flight, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Cluj-Napoca International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between CLJ and ATH:
Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport
Istanbul Ataturk Airport
Franz Josef Strauss Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Cluj-Napoca International Airport (CLJ) to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
£47 is the lowest price for a one-way Cluj-Napoca International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport flight. Return flights start at £129. These fares can change depending on demand.
To find cheap tickets from CLJ to ATH, book in advance. Airlines tend to offer lower prices when flights are first made available.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' search function. It'll show you the cheapest price across every month when searching for your flight from Cluj-Napoca International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport.
You don't need to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as there's a better deal on cheap flights from CLJ to ATH.
Tailor your trip using filters. Choose your arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Cluj-Napoca International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport.
Handy information about Cluj-Napoca International Airport (CLJ)
72.0% of flights leaving from Cluj-Napoca International Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
Central Cluj-Napoca to Cluj-Napoca International Airport is approximately 4 miles. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 10 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
Expect a trip time of roughly 35 minutes when using public transport.
Get your journey off to a stress-free start by staying near CLJ. Whether you have an early flight from Cluj-Napoca International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Arriving at Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
Consider booking a hotel near ATH if you have a late Cluj-Napoca International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport flight. Check in to one of these options and make your arrival easier:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up an Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Centauro, Green Motion or Surprice and explore beyond Athens's usual tourist stops.
Reserving your ride from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport about three weeks in advance can help you get the best possible rate.
Getting from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) to central Athens
Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport is approximately 25 miles from central Athens. Driving there takes about 35 minutes.
Getting there by public transport typically takes 1 hour.
When to fly to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
It's time to plan your travel dates for your flight from Cluj-Napoca International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport. July is the most popular month to visit Athens. If you prefer a more relaxed vibe, go in January.
The warmest month in Athens is July, with temperatures ranging between 22ºC (72ºF) and 37ºC (99ºF). Book your flights from Cluj-Napoca International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
Look for cheap tickets from CLJ to ATH in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 4ºC (39ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF) on average.
Explore more of Greece
Thessaloniki is just one of the many cities in Greece waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Athens. Around 190 miles away to the north, check out popular attractions including Arch of Galerius, Aristotelous Square and Museum of Byzantine Culture.
Larisa is another standout destination in Greece and is around 130 miles north-west of Athens. No journey is complete without seeing Agioi Saranta, Saint George Orthodox Church and Second Ancient Theatre.
