Travelling from Cluj-Napoca Airport (CLJ) to Ben Gurion Intl Airport (TLV): what you need to know
Take a direct flight from Cluj-Napoca Airport to Ben Gurion Intl Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 2 hours 55 minutes.
Tel Aviv's timezone is UTC+2, which is the same as Cluj-Napoca.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to catch your CLJ to TLV flight.
During popular months such as July, it's best to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.
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Wizz Air Malta tops the list for bookings on this route.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Cluj-Napoca Airport to Ben Gurion Intl Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or even explore someplace new along the way. Here's where you can stop between CLJ and TLV:
Frankfurt am Main Airport
Munich Airport
Bucharest Otopeni Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Cluj-Napoca Airport (CLJ) to Ben Gurion Intl Airport (TLV)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Cluj-Napoca Airport to Ben Gurion Intl Airport flight is $129. A return plane ticket right now is $258. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
To pick up cheap tickets from CLJ to TLV, book as early as you can. Airlines generally offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first released.
If you can be flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' search function. It'll find the lowest price across every month when looking for your flight from Cluj-Napoca Airport to Ben Gurion Intl Airport.
Save time searching for cheap flights from CLJ to TLV by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Find the perfect flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Cluj-Napoca Airport to Ben Gurion Intl Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by airline, arrival and departure times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Cluj-Napoca Airport (CLJ)
86% of flights departing from Cluj-Napoca Airport arrive at their destination on schedule. Given its strong on-time performance, you're unlikely to be delayed when flying out of CLJ.
Central Cluj-Napoca to Cluj-Napoca Airport is around 10 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing.
Taking public transport? Expect a journey time of around 35 minutes.
Taking an early flight from Cluj-Napoca Airport to Ben Gurion Intl Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays close to CLJ:
Arriving at Ben Gurion Intl Airport (TLV)
If you're arriving on a late Cluj-Napoca Airport to Ben Gurion Intl Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these hotels near TLV:
Grab a Ben Gurion Intl Airport rental car and explore Tel Aviv and beyond with your own set of wheels. Europcar, Budget and Alamo are popular providers to choose from here.
Booking your ride from Ben Gurion Intl Airport around three weeks ahead can help you get the best possible rate.
Getting from Ben Gurion Intl Airport (TLV) to central Tel Aviv
Ben Gurion Intl Airport is roughly 18 kilometres from central Tel Aviv. The drive time takes around 25 minutes.
It takes around 25 minutes if you're using public transport.
When to fly to Ben Gurion Intl Airport (TLV)
The quietest month for a flight from Cluj-Napoca Airport to Ben Gurion Intl Airport is March, while August is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to go to Tel Aviv based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
When reserving your flight from Cluj-Napoca Airport to Ben Gurion Intl Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Tel Aviv, with temperatures ranging from 24ºC to 32ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between 10ºC and 19ºC. Look for cheap tickets from CLJ to TLV sometime around then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Israel
Tel Aviv has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of Israel you should also see. Around 56 kilometres south-east of Tel Aviv, a visit to Jerusalem will keep you busy. Start with attractions like Old City of Jerusalem, Church of the Holy Sepulchre and Eastern Wall.
Around 80 kilometres north of Tel Aviv, Haifa is another essential stop in Israel. Experience major highlights starting with Bahai Gardens, Bahá'í World Centre and Bahá’í Gardens Haifa (Bahá’í Holy Place).
