Flying from Cluj Avram Iancu International Airport (CLJ) to New York: what you need to know
Cluj Avram Iancu International Airport is located in Cluj-Napoca. Based in the UTC-5 timezone, New York is seven hours behind Cluj-Napoca.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to board your CLJ to New York flight.
During popular months such as July, it's a good idea to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're flying during high season in general.
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to break up your journey and possibly even explore another city. When browsing for plane tickets from CLJ to New York, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Some popular options include:
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Munich Franz Joseph Strauss Airport (MUC)
Zurich Airport (ZRH)
CLJ is around 5 kilometres from central Cluj-Napoca. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the trip time to be around 35 minutes.
Planning to catch an early flight from Cluj Avram Iancu International Airport to New York? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these stays near CLJ:
Cluj Avram Iancu International Airport earns top marks for its on-time performance. 86% of flights that depart CLJ arrive at their destination without delay.
How to find the cheapest flights from Cluj Avram Iancu International Airport (CLJ) to New York
The best price we've found for a one-way Cluj Avram Iancu International Airport to New York flight is ج.م. 18,921. The cheapest price for a return flight is ج.م. 29,025. Keep in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Booking in advance is often the key to locking in a cheap flight from CLJ to New York. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the nearer your departure date, the more you'll likely pay.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Cluj Avram Iancu International Airport to New York throughout the entire month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your travel dates are flexible.
Save time searching for cheap flights from CLJ to New York by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Tailor your flights with filters. Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Cluj Avram Iancu International Airport to New York.
Airports in New York
New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to the centre of New York takes around 45 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 24 kilometres away.
Getting there on public transport takes about 50 minutes.
Think about booking a hotel close to JFK if you have a late flight from Cluj Avram Iancu International Airport to New York. Settle into one of these options and make arrival day easier:
Lock in the best deal by booking your ride from New York John F. Kennedy International Airport around two weeks ahead of your flight from CLJ to New York.
You'll find JFK at JFK Airport.
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
Central New York is around 24 kilometres from Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR). After your flight from Cluj Avram Iancu International Airport to New York has landed and you've made your way out of the airport, the drive should be around 35 minutes.
If you choose to travel on public transport, the ride to the centre takes 1 hour or so.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and unwind at a hotel close to EWR. Here are a few options where you can check in after your CLJ to New York flight:
Score the best price by reserving your ride from EWR three weeks ahead of time. You'll also have access to a greater range of vehicles.
The address for Newark Liberty International Airport is Building 1, Conrad Road.
New York LaGuardia Airport (LGA)
New York LaGuardia Airport (LGA) is about 13 kilometres from the centre of New York. It takes about 30 minutes to reach the city centre by ride-share or taxi once you've hopped off your flight from Cluj Avram Iancu International Airport to New York.
If you use public transport, the journey takes about 55 minutes.
Enjoy a restful, unhurried start to your break by choosing a hotel near LGA after your CLJ to New York flight. Take a load off after a long travel day or just give yourself time to find your footing in a new city at:
If you're looking for a specific make or model, book your ride from LGA about two weeks ahead of your flight from Cluj Avram Iancu International Airport to New York. This improves your chances of getting the car you want, on top of a better deal.
New York LaGuardia Airport is located at Hangar 7 Centre.
Best time to go to New York
December is the quietest month for flights from Cluj Avram Iancu International Airport to New York, while July is the busiest. Figure out the ideal time to go to New York based on whether you like a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
When booking your Cluj Avram Iancu International Airport to New York plane ticket, think about the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in New York, with temperatures ranging from 18ºC to 30ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from CLJ to New York in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -6ºC and 8ºC on average.
More about New York
Start your New York trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Cluj Avram Iancu International Airport to New York, explore our selection of accommodation options including:
Every great adventure has to include a little sightseeing. Statue of Liberty, Central Park and Metropolitan Museum of Art are must-visits when exploring New York.
Explore more of the United States
Philadelphia is just one of the many places in the United States waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of New York. Around 129 kilometres away to the southwest, top sights here include Independence Hall, Liberty Bell and Philadelphia Museum of Art.
If there's time to check out another side of the United States, head for Boston, about 306 kilometres northeast of New York. Museum of Fine Arts Boston, Freedom Trail and USS Constitution Museum are the start of reasons to visit.
