Private Airport Transfers in Cluj-Napoca

Cluj-Napoca International Airport is 8 kilometres east of Romania's second-largest city. Cluj-Napoca is a vibrant university and tech hub, the cultural capital of Transylvania, and the logical base for exploring Bran Castle (Dracula's Castle), Sibiu, Sighișoara, and the Apuseni mountains. Uber and Bolt operate in Cluj-Napoca and at the airport. A pre-booked LocalsRide private car provides a confirmed price and a driver in arrivals — useful for late-night arrivals and longer Transylvania transfers.

Key Destinations from CLJ

Cluj-Napoca city centre (Piața Unirii): 8 km, 15–25 min. Cluj-Napoca University Quarter: 9 km, 15–25 min. Turda (salt mine, gorge): 35 km, 35–50 min. Sibiu: 145 km, 140–160 min. Sighișoara (medieval citadel): 150 km, 150–180 min. Bran Castle: 215 km, 210–240 min. Brașov: 210 km, 200–230 min.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much is a taxi from Cluj-Napoca Airport to the city?

A metered taxi from CLJ to Cluj-Napoca city centre costs approximately RON 25–40 (€5–8). Uber and Bolt are typically RON 20–35. A pre-booked LocalsRide private car to central Cluj starts from approximately €8 with a confirmed driver in arrivals. CLJ is one of Romania's more straightforward airport transfer situations — no significant unofficial taxi issue compared to Bucharest.

Can I get a private car from Cluj-Napoca Airport to Sibiu or Brașov?

Yes — private car transfers from CLJ to Sibiu (145 km, 2.5 hours) and Brașov (210 km, 3.5 hours) are available. These are popular routes for visitors arriving at CLJ who plan to explore Transylvania from south to north (or vice versa) without returning to Cluj. Sibiu to Brașov is a scenic route through the Saxon villages and the Olt River gorge.