Flying from Madrid Airport (MAD) to Sibiu Airport (SBZ): what you need to know
Book a direct flight from Madrid Airport to Sibiu Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 3 hours 50 minutes.
The timezone in Sibiu is UTC+2, which is one hour ahead of Madrid.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to board your MAD to SBZ flight.
Travelling during a peak month like July? School holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer lines at security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Wizz Air Malta is your ticket to exploring Sibiu (and perhaps some other exciting parts of Romania!). Check out the direct flights from Madrid Airport to Sibiu Airport offered by this airline.
The airline that tops the list for bookings on this route is Wizz Air Malta.
Choose a stopover if you'd like to break up your flight. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to see all your options for tickets from Madrid Airport to Sibiu Airport. Munich Airport is a top stopover on the MAD to SBZ route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Madrid Airport (MAD) to Sibiu Airport (SBZ)
Currently, £25 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Madrid Airport to Sibiu Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is £60. Bear in mind that fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Book two months before your departure date. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap tickets from MAD to SBZ.
Plan your trip for July. That's the cheapest month for flights from Madrid Airport to Sibiu Airport. If you're flexible with your travel dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across each month.
Never miss a deal on cheap flights from MAD to SBZ by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when a special offer becomes available.
Select your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Madrid Airport to Sibiu Airport.
Handy information about Madrid Airport (MAD)
77% of flights departing from Madrid Airport reach their destination on time.
Madrid Airport is around 13 kms (8 miles) from central Madrid. If you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a trip time of around 30 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Madrid Airport to Sibiu Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays close to MAD:
Arriving at Sibiu Airport (SBZ)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Madrid Airport to Sibiu Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near SBZ instead:
Hit the road running by picking up a Sibiu Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Pricecarz, Klass Wagen or Payless to explore Sibiu and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from Sibiu Airport about three weeks ahead increases your chances of getting a good deal.
Getting from Sibiu Airport (SBZ) to central Sibiu
Sibiu Airport is approximately 5 kms (3 miles) from the centre of Sibiu. The drive time takes around 15 minutes.
Travelling to the centre on public transport will take you roughly 25 minutes.
When to fly to Sibiu Airport (SBZ)
June is the busiest month for flights from Madrid Airport to Sibiu Airport. For a quieter experience, visit Sibiu in March.
The warmest month in Sibiu is August, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC and 30ºC. Lock in your flights from Madrid Airport to Sibiu Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from MAD to SBZ in January. Average temperatures are between -12ºC and 6ºC then.
Explore more of Romania
Bucharest is just one of the many places in Romania waiting to be explored once you've seen Sibiu. Around 209 kms (130 miles) away to the south-east, popular attractions include Caru' cu Bere, National Bank of Romania Museum and Museum of the Palace of the Parliament.
Iasi is another well-known destination in Romania and is around 306 kms (190 miles) north-east of Sibiu. No journey is complete without a visit to Galata Monastery, The Catholic Cathedral Saint Mary and Monastery of the Three Holy Hierarchs.