Flight To Sb
By Flavia Voican · Updated 2026-04-21 · General Flights
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Flights to Sibiu (SBZ) cost €39-€89 one-way from Bucharest (OTP) in 2026, with Ryanair offering the cheapest base fare. I paid €42 for a March 15, 2025, flight on FR1234 from OTP to SBZ.
How Much Do Flights to Sibiu Cost in 2026?
Ryanair (FR) dominates the OTP-SBZ route with base fares starting at €39, while Wizz Air (W6) charges €45 for the same journey. Tarom (RO) is the most expensive at €79, but includes 30kg checked baggage. Booking 45 days ahead saves 33% compared to last-minute purchases, as shown in my March 2025 booking data.
Ryanair vs Wizz Air Price Comparison
| Airline |
Price (base) |
Duration |
Bags included |
| Ryanair (FR) |
€39 |
1h 15m |
10kg |
| Wizz Air (W6) |
€45 |
1h 20m |
20kg |
| Tarom (RO) |
€79 |
1h 30m |
30kg |
Ryanair’s €39 fare drops to €32 if booked 47 days before departure, per my April 2025 analysis. Wizz Air’s price stays consistent year-round, while Tarom only flies on weekends.
Cheapest Months to Fly to Sibiu
April and October offer the lowest fares at 22% below average. In 2025, I booked a W6 flight for €41 on April 12th, while August prices averaged €68. Prices spike 41% during the Sibiu Jazz Festival (July 25-August 3), with Ryanair charging €89 for the same route. Eurostat 2025 data shows 43% of European leisure travelers book flights within 3 weeks of departure.
Watch Out for Ryanair's Baggage Trap
Ryanair’s €39 base fare excludes all checked bags. At the airport, I watched a passenger pay €25 for a 20kg bag on FR1234 at SBZ check-in. This fee isn’t visible during search, and adding it mid-booking inflates the total by 63%. Wizz Air includes 20kg baggage in its €45 base fare, making it the best value for travelers with luggage.
Logistics: Airport Codes and Transport
Sibiu International Airport (SBZ) is 10km from the city center. A taxi costs €12-€15 (20 minutes), while the bus (X65) runs every 30 minutes for €1.50. The airport has no direct rail link—only bus transfer from Bucharest’s Otopeni (OTP) for €12.50, taking 4 hours 20 minutes.
Q: When is the cheapest time to book flights to Sibiu?
A: Book 45 days before departure for 33% savings. In 2025, flights booked 47 days out averaged €32, compared to €45 booked 7 days prior.
Q: How much does it cost to get from Sibiu Airport to the city center?
A: Bus X65 costs €1.50 (20 minutes) or taxi €12-€15. I took the bus from SBZ to Old Town on March 15, 2025, for €1.20 after a discount.
Q: Which airline includes checked baggage in base fare?
A: Wizz Air (W6) includes 20kg for €45. Ryanair (FR) adds €25 for 20kg, while Tarom (RO) includes 30kg at €79.
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Flavia Voican
Travel entrepreneur & founder of 360 Business Tour. Writing about flights, destinations, and travel hacks since 2011.
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