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  "@type": "Airport",
  "address": {
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    "addressCountry": "Romania",
    "addressLocality": "Cluj-Napoca"
  },
  "airlines": [
    "Wizz Air",
    "Lufthansa"
  ],
  "amenityFeature": [
    {
      "@type": "LocationFeatureSpecification",
      "name": "Domestic to Domestic Connection Time",
      "value": "45 minutes"
    },
    {
      "@type": "LocationFeatureSpecification",
      "name": "Domestic to International Connection Time",
      "value": "90 minutes"
    },
    {
      "@type": "LocationFeatureSpecification",
      "name": "International to Domestic Connection Time",
      "value": "90 minutes"
    },
    {
      "@type": "LocationFeatureSpecification",
      "name": "International to International Connection Time",
      "value": "120 minutes"
    },
    {
      "@type": "LocationFeatureSpecification",
      "name": "Interline Connection Time",
      "value": "150 minutes"
    }
  ],
  "city": "Cluj-Napoca",
  "code": "CLJ",
  "connection_tips": "Cluj Avram Iancu International Airport (CLJ) is efficient enough for point-to-point travel, but the key planning fact is that many connections there are effectively self-transfers rather than protected airside transits. The airport's compactness is helpful, yet it does not remove the baggage and landside steps that often arise with separate-ticket itineraries, especially on low-cost carriers. That means the right margin at Cluj is determined more by ticket structure than by walking distance.\n\nThis matters because a small airport can look deceptively forgiving. If you are arriving on one airline and leaving on another, you may still need to exit arrivals, reclaim bags, and start again through security. The terminal itself is not large, but the process can still consume time, especially if the onward leg is non-Schengen or high-stakes.\n\nFor travelers ending their trip in Cluj-Napoca, the airport is a strong gateway to the city and Transylvania more broadly. For those connecting onward, the safe move is to treat the airport like a self-connect environment unless you know your baggage and boarding passes are fully protected. CLJ works best when you plan for the process rather than the map. The building is manageable; the true risk lies in assuming that a compact Romanian airport automatically means a short or protected connection.",
  "country": "Romania",
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  "flight_search_affiliate_link": "https://book.beatthatflight.com.au/?currency=RON",
  "frequent_traveler_tip": [
    "Check-in opens early and the terminal gets crowded.",
    "Use the upstairs caf\u00e9 for quieter seating and charging outlets.",
    "Check your flight status before leaving for the airport.",
    "Allow extra time during peak travel periods at this airport.",
    "Keep important documents easily accessible at this airport."
  ],
  "global_map_link": "https://www.google.com/maps?q=LRCL",
  "google_maps_reviews": {
    "rating": 0.0,
    "recent_reviews": [],
    "total_reviews": 0
  },
  "hotel_affiliate_link": "https://book.beatthatflight.com.au/?currency=RON",
  "iataCode": "CLJ",
  "icao": "LRCL",
  "international": true,
  "last_modified": "June 2026",
  "last_updated": "2026-03-30",
  "latitude": 46.785,
  "layover_planner_info": "Cafes, duty-free, car rentals.",
  "longitude": 23.686,
  "mct_domestic_to_domestic": 45,
  "mct_domestic_to_international": 90,
  "mct_interline": 150,
  "mct_international_to_domestic": 90,
  "mct_international_to_international": 120,
  "missed_connection_help": "Airline counters at departures entrance.",
  "name": "Cluj Avram Iancu International Airport",
  "region": "Europe",
  "related_airports": [
    {
      "code": "OTP",
      "name": "Bucharest Henri Coand\u0103"
    },
    {
      "code": "BAY",
      "name": "Maramure\u0219 International Airport"
    },
    {
      "code": "TGM",
      "name": "T\u00e2rgu Mure\u015f Transilvania International Airport"
    }
  ],
  "terminal_info": "Cluj Avram Iancu International Airport (CLJ/LRCL) is the primary aviation gateway to Transylvania and the second busiest airport in Romania. Located in Cluj-Napoca, the country's unofficial capital of the Transylvania region, it serves as a major hub for low-cost carriers like Wizz Air and provides essential international connections via legacy airlines such as Lufthansa and Turkish Airlines. The airport has seen significant growth in recent years, reflecting Cluj-Napoca's status as a burgeoning European technology and cultural hub.\n\nThe airport features a modern terminal complex consisting of two main buildings for departures and arrivals, which are seamlessly connected to facilitate passenger flow. Inside the terminal, travelers have access to a variety of amenities, including several duty-free shops, newsstands, and a selection of cafes and restaurants offering both local Romanian cuisine and international snacks. For those seeking a more relaxed environment, a business lounge is available in the departures area, providing comfortable seating, refreshments, and dedicated workspaces.\n\nNavigating through CLJ is efficient due to its compact and logical layout, although the terminal can become quite crowded during peak morning and evening flight waves. The airport features a single paved runway (07/25) that is approximately 2,100 meters long, capable of supporting a wide range of narrow-body and some medium-sized aircraft. For ground transportation, the airport is conveniently located just 9 kilometers from the city center, with multiple options including local public buses (Line 5 or 8), official taxi services, and several international car rental agencies located in the arrivals hall.",
  "terminal_map_url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cluj_International_Airport"
}