Search Flights from Cluj Napoca to Istanbul

Quick Flight Summary from Cluj Napoca to Istanbul

  • Lowest recent price
    $88
  • Direct flight duration 1 hour 45 min
  • Direct airlines Turkish Airlines
  • Arrival airports SAW / IST
  • Best days to book Friday, Saturday
  • Average over the last 30 days
    $137

Cheapest flights from Cluj Napoca to Istanbul

Cheapest Direct Flight

Turkish Airlines

Turkish Airlines
19 Nov, Thu
Cluj Napoca – Istanbul
1h 45m
Non-stop
CLJ–IST

Turkish Airlines

Turkish Airlines
31 Oct, Sat
Cluj Napoca – Istanbul
1h 45m
Non-stop
CLJ–IST

Turkish Airlines

Turkish Airlines
5 Dec, Sat
Cluj Napoca – Istanbul
1h 45m
Non-stop
CLJ–IST

Turkish Airlines

Turkish Airlines
21 Nov, Sat
Cluj Napoca – Istanbul
1h 45m
Non-stop
CLJ–IST

Turkish Airlines

Turkish Airlines
4 Dec, Fri
Cluj Napoca – Istanbul
1h 45m
Non-stop
CLJ–IST

Turkish Airlines

Turkish Airlines
30 Oct, Fri
Cluj Napoca – Istanbul
1h 50m
Non-stop
CLJ–IST

Turkish Airlines

Turkish Airlines
20 Nov, Fri
Cluj Napoca – Istanbul
1h 50m
Non-stop
CLJ–IST

Turkish Airlines

Turkish Airlines
8 Nov, Sun
Cluj Napoca – Istanbul
1h 45m
Non-stop
CLJ–IST

Turkish Airlines

Turkish Airlines
15 Nov, Sun
Cluj Napoca – Istanbul
1h 45m
Non-stop
CLJ–IST

Last update: 30 October 2026 14:20

Direct flights from Cluj Napoca to Istanbul

Turkish Airlines

Estimated Prices for Cluj Napoca to Istanbul Flights

Cheapest Day19 November Thursday
Best Price
$88
Average Price
$121
$231
$88
$117
30Fri
Oct
$89
31Sat
$231
01Sun
Nov
$143
05Thu
$122
08Sun
$142
15Sun
$88
19Thu
$117
20Fri
$89
21Sat
$100
04Fri
Dec
$89
05Sat

Key Features of the Airlines

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Transportation to Airport from Cluj Napoca City Center

Cluj Intl. Airport

If you choose to get to the airport by using a public transportation vehicle, you can get on a bus. If you prefer a more comfortable means of transportation, you can get on a taxi or rent a car. The airport does not have its own shuttle bus service. However, the two hotels in Cluj offer this service to their customers and you can benefit from this service by paying the fare if the place you are staying in is close to these hotels.

Car Rental

There are many car rental companies serving in the city center. Your hotel can help you to find the contact information of these companies. To get to the airport with the car you have rented, you must drive eastward by connecting to the highway 1C from the road E576. Under normal traffic conditions, you can reach the airport in less than 10-15 minutes.

Taxi

It is possible to find a taxi in the city center easily. Taxi fare is calculated depending on the distance and is 0.50 Euro per km. Getting to the airport from the city center by taxi costs about 5-10 Euro on average. By taxi you can get to the airport in about 10 minutes.

Bus

You can reach the airport in half an hour by the bus route 5 departing from the city center. The buses operate every 10 minutes from 05:10 am to 10:38 pm on weekdays; on Saturdays from 05:48 am to 08:57 pm and on Sundays from 06:22 am to 08:57 pm every 20 minutes. Under normal traffic conditions, the travel to the airport from the city center lasts about 30 minutes.

Hotel Shuttle

Premier Hotel and Granata Hotel which are close to the city center of Cluj have shuttle buses that carry passengers to the airport from the city center. You should not forget to make a reservation in advance in order to benefit from this service even if you are not staying at one of these hotels.

Airport Information

The airport bearing the name of the Romanian revolutionist Avram Lancu is colloquially referred to as Cluj Airport. Cluj Airport, which is the second busiest airport in Romania, is busier during the summer season. Regular flights to certain regions are arranged at the airport, but only periodic charter flights are organized to some destinations.

The airport has ATMs, a currency exchange office, a conference room and a lounge. Free internet access is only available to lounge guests. Four cafes and two restaurants offer a comfortable atmosphere for passengers waiting for their flights. You can also do shopping at 7 different stores selling different products and a duty-free shop.

Transportation to Istanbul City Center from Airport

Sabiha Gökçen Intl. Airport

Sabiha Gökçen Airport is located in Pendik, on the Anatolian Side of Istanbul. From the airport, you can get to the city center by metro, municipal bus, Havabus, public transport with a Marmaray transfer, taxi, car rental, or transfer service.

Metro
  • The airport is the terminus of the M4 Kadıköy–Sabiha Gökçen Airport metro line. The line takes about 50 minutes to get from the airport to Kadıköy.
  • You can transfer to Marmaray at Ayrılık Çeşmesi station and to the Metrobus at Ünalan station.
  • Timetables and weekend night services vary according to the current IBB (Istanbul Metropolitan Municipality) schedule. For up-to-date information, you can check Metro Istanbul's announcements.
  • You board the metro with an Istanbulkart. To buy a card, you can use the ticket machines at the stations.
Havabus
  • With Havabus services, you can reach Taksim and Kadıköy without transfers.
  • The Taksim line follows the Kavacık and Zincirlikuyu route. The journey takes about 1.5 hours, depending on traffic.
  • The Kadıköy line also stops at Yenisahra. The journey to Kadıköy takes about 1 hour, depending on traffic.
  • For current timetables and fares, you can check Havabus's official website.
Bus
  • E10: Kadıköy via Kurtköy
  • E3: 4. Levent Metro (European Side)
  • 16S: Uzunçayır Metrobus
  • MR60: Pendik YHT (Marmaray)
  • Routes and schedules may change. For up-to-date information, you can check the official IETT website or mobile app.
Marmaray
  • With Marmaray, you can reach many parts of the city by transferring.
  • You can take the MR60 bus to Pendik YHT station and transfer to Marmaray.
  • You can also take the M4 metro to Ayrılık Çeşmesi station and switch to Marmaray.
Taxi
  • You can take a taxi from the airport to anywhere in the city.
  • Bridge and tunnel tolls are paid by the passenger.
Car Rental
  • There are offices of international and local car rental companies at the airport.
  • If you make a reservation in advance, you can pick up your car without waiting in line.
Transfer
  • You can travel comfortably from the airport to different parts of the city with a private transfer service.
  • It is recommended to book your transfer at least one day in advance.

Istanbul Airport

You can reach the city by metro, bus, Havaist shuttle, taxi, rental car, or private transfer. Public transportation may require an additional connection.

Metro

The M11 metro line connects Gayrettepe, Istanbul Airport, and Halkalı, with 15 stations along its 69-kilometer route. The trip between the airport and Gayrettepe takes about 30 minutes. Check the timetable for current service hours, especially for late-night or early-morning trips.

  • Stops between the airport and Gayrettepe: İhsaniye, Göktürk, Kemerburgaz, Üniversite-Hasdal, and Kağıthane
  • Transfer at Gayrettepe: M2 Hacıosman – Yenikapı metro line (for Taksim) and the Metrobus at Zincirlikuyu
  • Transfer at Halkalı: Marmaray
Bus

İETT runs five bus lines from the airport to destinations across the city, including Mahmutbey, Mecidiyeköy, Halkalı, Arnavutköy, and Sarıyer. Bus trips take longer than the metro and depend on traffic.

  • Lines: H-1, H-2, H-3, H-6, and H-8
Havaist

Havaist runs shuttles from the airport to more than 10 destinations across the city. The Taksim shuttle stops at Beşiktaş on the way. Fares and accepted payment methods depend on the route, so check the Havaist website or app for current details.

  • Destinations include Sultanahmet, Taksim, Aksaray, Kadıköy, Bakırköy, Esenler Bus Terminal, Beylikdüzü, Avcılar–Bahçeşehir, Halkalı–Başakşehir, Silivri, Arnavutköy, and Sabiha Gökçen Airport
Taxi

Yellow, turquoise, and black taxis serve the airport 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. All taxis charge by meter, and you pay any bridge crossings, bus terminal exit fees, and toll roads on top of the fare. Turquoise and black taxis cost more than yellow taxis (currently about 15% and 70% more).

Car Rental

Several car rental companies have desks at the airport. A rental car gives you flexibility to visit the Historic Peninsula, Taksim, Kadıköy, Üsküdar, Florya, Polonezköy, Çatalca, and Şile. Book before you arrive to speed up pickup.

Transfer

A private transfer takes you from the airport to your chosen destination in Istanbul. It generally costs more than public transportation, but you travel door to door in comfort. Booking in advance is recommended.

Istanbul Weather

5-Day Forecast • Min / Max Temperature

Today
Friday
30 Oct
Rain
15°12°
Saturday
31 Oct
Rain
14°12°
Sunday
1 Nov
Rain
16°12°
Monday
2 Nov
Rain
18°13°
Tuesday
3 Nov
Rain
18°13°

Flights with Alternative Departure Locations Cluj Napoca Istanbul

Frequently Asked Questions

When you search for Cluj Napoca-Istanbul flights, Wingie directly gathers and compares instant data from all airlines. You can see all Cluj Napoca-Istanbul flights together for the date you are looking for and choose the most suitable flight.
For Cluj Napoca-Istanbul flights, you can use Cluj Intl. Airport as departure airport, and Sabiha Gökçen Intl. Airport, Istanbul Airport for arrival.
The straight-line distance between Cluj Napoca and Istanbul is about 753 km. According to Wingie flight data, direct Cluj Napoca – Istanbul flights took about 1 hour 45 minutes in the last 30 days.
When the average prices are examined, the most suitable day for Cluj Napoca-Istanbul flights is Saturday.
Turkish Airlines, Tarom organizes direct flights between Cluj Napoca-Istanbul.
On this route, low-cost airlines typically offer fares that include only cabin and hand baggage. Full-service airlines may include baggage and refreshment fees in the base price. The best option varies according to baggage needs. Based on current data, the lowest fare on this route with Turkish Airlines starts from approximately $84.
AirlinePriceStandard inclusions
Turkish Airlines
$84
1 piece X 8 kg cabin baggage / Complimentary Refreshments
Tarom
$146
No changes allowed / No Refund / 1 piece X 8 kg cabin baggage
LOT Polish Airlines
$129
Paid Change (up to 48 hours) / No Refund / 1 piece X 8 kg cabin baggage

Last update: 19.10.2026

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