Flying from Sibiu Airport (SBZ) to Bucharest: what you need to know
Bucharest's timezone is UTC+2, which is the same as Sibiu (the location of Sibiu Airport).
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to board your SBZ to Bucharest flight.
Longer lines at security and check-in are likely if you're heading away during high season, so allow a bit more breathing room. A good general rule for peak times? Arrive up to four hours early for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
SBZ is about 5 kilometres from central Sibiu. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 10 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be around 40 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Sibiu Airport to Bucharest? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to SBZ:
85.93% of flights leaving Sibiu Airport touch down at their destination as planned. Given its dependable on-time performance, you're unlikely to experience delays when taking off from SBZ.
How to find the cheapest flights from Sibiu Airport (SBZ) to Bucharest
59 € is currently the best price for a one-way Sibiu Airport to Bucharest flight. Return plane tickets start at 179 €. These fares can change depending on availability.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to locking in a cheap flight from SBZ to Bucharest. Flight prices rise as demand increases, so the nearer you get to departure, the more you'll likely spend.
Landing cheap tickets from Sibiu Airport to Bucharest is more likely if you can be flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to access the lowest prices across each month and bag an awesome deal.
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Airports in Bucharest
Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP)
The distance from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP) to central Bucharest is roughly 21 kilometres. It'll take you around 35 minutes to get to the centre driving.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour 35 minutes.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Sibiu Airport to Bucharest, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these accommodation options near OTP:
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To get the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport about one week ahead of your flight from SBZ to Bucharest.
Best time to go to Bucharest
Before booking your flights from Sibiu Airport to Bucharest, consider which time of year is best for you. High season in Bucharest offers a bustling atmosphere and plenty of things to do, while the off-season brings better hotel deals and smaller crowds.
When booking your Sibiu Airport to Bucharest plane ticket, think about what kind of weather you prefer. August is the warmest month in Bucharest, with temperatures ranging from 17ºC (63ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
January has average temperatures of between -9ºC (16ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF). Look for a cheap ticket from SBZ to Bucharest around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Bucharest
After booking your flight from Sibiu Airport to Bucharest, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these options your base for exploring Bucharest:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be hard to know where to start. Old Town, Museum of the Palace of the Parliament and The Revolution Square Fountain are major attractions which should feature on every Bucharest itinerary.
Explore more of Romania
You've visited Bucharest, now it's time to explore more of Romania. Journey about 322 kilometres north to Iasi to tick off its top attractions. From Palace of Culture to Saint Nicholas Church and Golia Monastery, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
If there's time to check out another major destination in Romania, consider Cluj-Napoca, about 322 kilometres north-west of Bucharest. St. Michael's Church, Hoia Baciu Forest and Banffy Palace are key reasons to visit.