Flying from Cluj-Napoca International Airport (CLJ) to M.R. Stefanik Airport (BTS): what you need to know
Bratislava is one hour behind Cluj-Napoca and observes the UTC+1 timezone.
To ensure you catch your CLJ to BTS flight, allow plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
During popular months like August, it's best to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're travelling during peak periods in general.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Cluj-Napoca International Airport to M.R. Stefanik Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between CLJ and BTS:
Orio al Serio International Airport
Brussels S. Charleroi Airport
Stansted Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Cluj-Napoca International Airport (CLJ) to M.R. Stefanik Airport (BTS)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Cluj-Napoca International Airport to M.R. Stefanik Airport flight is R 1,942. A return plane ticket is currently R 4,116. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
To pick up cheap tickets from CLJ to BTS, book early. Airlines usually offer the most competitive fares when flights are first made available.
If you're flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the cheapest price across every month when looking for a flight from Cluj-Napoca International Airport to M.R. Stefanik Airport.
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Handy information about Cluj-Napoca International Airport (CLJ)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Cluj-Napoca International Airport, data shows 72.0% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Central Cluj-Napoca to Cluj-Napoca International Airport is around 6 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 10 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a journey time of around 35 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel close to CLJ? If you're boarding an early flight from Cluj-Napoca International Airport to M.R. Stefanik Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at M.R. Stefanik Airport (BTS)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Cluj-Napoca International Airport to M.R. Stefanik Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near BTS instead:
Grab a M.R. Stefanik Airport rental car and discover Bratislava and beyond with your own set of wheels. Budget, Surprice and Payless are top providers to choose from here.
To get the best deal, book your ride from M.R. Stefanik Airport about one week before you travel.
Getting from M.R. Stefanik Airport (BTS) to central Bratislava
From M.R. Stefanik Airport, Bratislava is approximately 13 kilometres away. It takes around 15 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It typically takes 40 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
When to fly to M.R. Stefanik Airport (BTS)
July is the most popular month for flights from Cluj-Napoca International Airport to M.R. Stefanik Airport. To skip the crowds, travel to Bratislava in April.
Book your flight from Cluj-Napoca International Airport to M.R. Stefanik Airport for July if you'd like to visit Bratislava during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 14ºC (57ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF).
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from CLJ to BTS in January. Average temperatures are between -7ºC (19ºF) and 6ºC (43ºF) then.
Explore more of Slovakia
Bratislava is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of Slovakia you'll want to see. Around 306 kilometres east of Bratislava, a visit to Kosice will keep your itinerary packed. Don't miss top attractions like St. Elisabeth Cathedral, Singing fountain and Zoo Kosice.
Around 322 kilometres east of Bratislava, Presov is another favourite stop in Slovakia. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Skatepark Prešov, Opustená nemocničná spaľovňan and 3D model historického Prešova.
