Travelling from Chicago to Sibiu International Airport (SBZ): What you need to know
Sibiu International Airport is located in Sibiu. The city operates on the UTC+2 timezone and is eight hours ahead of Chicago.
To ensure you get on your flight from Chicago to SBZ, allow plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
If you're flying during a peak month like July, head to the airport even earlier. It's smart to arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours ahead of a domestic departure. Security lines will be longer during high seasons like Christmas and New Year.
Airports in Chicago
Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Stopovers offer a great opportunity to visit a new city or just take a break during your journey. When searching for a cheap flight from Chicago to SBZ, uncheck 'Direct flights only' to explore all potential stops. Munich Franz Joseph Strauss Airport (MUC) is an option when departing from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD).
The journey from central Chicago to ORD takes about 45 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a taxi, you'll cover the 27 kilometres in 30 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Searching for a convenient hotel near Chicago O'Hare International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Chicago to Sibiu International Airport, these stays will put you moments from your departure gate:
70% of flights departing from Chicago O'Hare International Airport reach their destination on schedule.
ORD's address is 10000 West O'Hare.
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
On public transport, you can travel from central Chicago to MDW in around 30 minutes. The terminal is roughly 16 kilometres away, and making the journey by car will take approximately 25 minutes.
Catching the earliest flight? You might like to check in to one of these accommodation options near Chicago Midway International Airport the day before your Chicago to SBZ flight:
As far as flight punctuality goes, Chicago Midway International Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 76%.
You'll find MDW at 5700 South Cicero.
Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD)
RFD is around 145 kilometres from central Chicago. Driving from the city centre to the terminal takes about 1 hour 40 minutes. If you're thinking about using public transport, you can expect a journey of around 2 hours.
Make catching an early Chicago to Sibiu International Airport flight the easiest part of your trip. Book a room at one of these accommodation options near Chicago Rockford International Airport and get to the check-in counter with time to spare:
Flights that take off from RFD touch down at their destination as scheduled 71% of the time.
You'll find Chicago Rockford International Airport at 2 Airport Cir.
About Sibiu International Airport (SBZ)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Chicago to Sibiu International Airport. Get comfy at one of these accommodation options near SBZ instead:
Booking your ride around three weeks ahead of your Chicago to Sibiu International Airport flight can help you lock in a great deal.
Getting from Sibiu International Airport (SBZ) to central Sibiu
From Sibiu International Airport, central Sibiu is around 5 kilometres away. It takes about 15 minutes to reach the city centre by car.
Travelling by public transport takes about 25 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chicago to Sibiu International Airport (SBZ)
$1,243 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Chicago to Sibiu International Airport. Return flights start from $1,438. These fares can change based on availability.
To pick up cheap flights from Chicago to SBZ, book early. Airlines typically offer the most competitive fares when flights are first released.
Affordable Chicago to Sibiu International Airport tickets are easier to find when your dates are flexible. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare fares across the month and then choose the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Chicago to Sibiu International Airport (SBZ)
February is the quietest month for flights from Chicago to Sibiu International Airport (SBZ), while July is the busiest. Choose the best time to go to Sibiu based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.
Lock in a Chicago to SBZ plane ticket departing in August if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Sibiu to range from 12ºC (54ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from Chicago to Sibiu International Airport in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -12ºC (10ºF) and 6ºC (43ºF).
More about Sibiu
Start your Sibiu trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Chicago to Sibiu International Airport, explore our selection of hotels including:
All great holidays should include a little sightseeing. Fortress Walls, Brukenthal Palace and Old city view are must-visits when exploring Sibiu.
Explore more of Romania
Sibiu has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of Romania just waiting to be explored. Around 225 kilometres southeast of Sibiu, a visit to Bucharest will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with attractions like Caru' cu Bere, National Bank of Romania Museum and Museum of the Palace of the Parliament.
Around 113 kilometres north of Sibiu, Cluj-Napoca is another essential stop in Romania. No visit is complete without checking out St. Michael's Church, Museum Square and Romanian Orthodox Church of Transfiguration.
