SBZ - Sibiu International Airport
Sibiu, Romania
IATA Code: SBZ · Sibiu, Romania
The airport code SBZ is the IATA identifier for Sibiu International Airport. You may also find it referred to as Sibiu Airport (SBZ).
Sibiu International Airport (SBZ) serves Sibiu, Romania, in the Europe fuel pricing region. It provides essential air connectivity for travelers in the area.
SBZ is the IATA airport code for Sibiu International Airport, located in Sibiu, Romania. The airport is situated at coordinates 45.7856°N, 24.0913°E. The current jet fuel price in the Europe region is $5.51/gallon as of 2026-05-16.
Current Jet Fuel Price (Europe)
$5.51/gallon
⚠️ Global Fuel Price Surge 2026: Prices affected by 108%
Airport Information
- IATA Code
- SBZ
- City
- Sibiu
- Country
- Romania
- Timezone
- Europe/Bucharest
- Latitude
- 45.7856°
- Longitude
- 24.0913°
- Type
- airport
- Fuel Region
- Europe
Flight Distances & Estimated Fuel Costs from SBZ
Estimated fuel costs based on current jet fuel prices and standard narrowbody aircraft consumption.
| Destination | Distance | Est. Fuel Cost | Fuel Surcharge* |
|---|---|---|---|
| TGM - Tirgu Mures | 80 km | $1,234 | $2/passenger |
| CLJ - Cluj-napoca | 115 km | $1,774 | $4/passenger |
| CSB - Caransebes | 149 km | $2,299 | $5/passenger |
| CRA - Craiova | 164 km | $2,530 | $5/passenger |
| OTP - Bucharest | 207 km | $3,194 | $6/passenger |
| BBU - Bucharest | 213 km | $3,286 | $7/passenger |
| TSR - Timisoara | 213 km | $3,286 | $7/passenger |
| BAY - Baia Mare | 214 km | $3,302 | $7/passenger |
| OMR - Oradea | 217 km | $3,348 | $7/passenger |
| ARW - Arad | 223 km | $3,440 | $7/passenger |
| BCM - Bacau | 232 km | $3,579 | $7/passenger |
| SUJ - Satu Mare | 232 km | $3,579 | $7/passenger |
| DEB - Debrecen | 268 km | $4,135 | $8/passenger |
| SCV - Suceava | 273 km | $4,212 | $8/passenger |
| CWC - Chernovtsk | 310 km | $4,783 | $10/passenger |
| IAS - Iasi | 311 km | $4,798 | $10/passenger |
| BJY - Batajnica | 314 km | $4,844 | $10/passenger |
| BEG - Belgrade | 315 km | $4,860 | $10/passenger |
| GOZ - Gorna Orechovica | 320 km | $4,937 | $10/passenger |
| INI - Nis | 325 km | $5,014 | $10/passenger |
| QND - Novi Sad | 334 km | $5,153 | $10/passenger |
| UDJ - Uzhgorod | 346 km | $5,338 | $11/passenger |
| IFO - Ivano-Frankivsk | 347 km | $5,354 | $11/passenger |
| SOF - Sofia | 348 km | $5,369 | $11/passenger |
| BZY - Saltsy | 362 km | $5,585 | $11/passenger |
| TCE - Tulcea | 370 km | $5,708 | $11/passenger |
| CND - Constanta | 380 km | $5,863 | $12/passenger |
| KSC - Kosice | 386 km | $5,955 | $12/passenger |
| KIV - Chisinau | 392 km | $6,048 | $12/passenger |
| SZR - Stara Zagora | 399 km | $6,156 | $12/passenger |
| VAR - Varna | 410 km | $6,325 | $13/passenger |
| OSI - Osijek | 412 km | $6,356 | $13/passenger |
| BUD - Budapest | 412 km | $6,356 | $13/passenger |
| JAM - Yambol | 412 km | $6,356 | $13/passenger |
| PDV - Plovdiv | 418 km | $6,449 | $13/passenger |
| PRN - Pristina | 432 km | $6,665 | $13/passenger |
| TZL - Null | 446 km | $6,881 | $14/passenger |
| LWO - Lvov | 448 km | $6,912 | $14/passenger |
| BOJ - Bourgas | 450 km | $6,943 | $14/passenger |
| HMJ - Khmeinitskiy | 451 km | $6,958 | $14/passenger |
| PEV - Pécs-Pogány | 453 km | $6,989 | $14/passenger |
| TAT - Poprad | 466 km | $7,189 | $14/passenger |
| SKP - Skopje | 469 km | $7,236 | $14/passenger |
| TZR - Columbus | 481 km | $7,421 | $15/passenger |
| SLD - Sliac | 491 km | $7,575 | $15/passenger |
| SJJ - Sarajevo | 504 km | $7,776 | $16/passenger |
| RZE - Rzeszow | 505 km | $7,791 | $16/passenger |
| ODS - Odessa | 513 km | $7,915 | $16/passenger |
| VIN - Vinnitsa | 513 km | $7,915 | $16/passenger |
| BNX - Banja Luka | 539 km | $8,316 | $17/passenger |
* Estimated fuel surcharge per passenger. Actual surcharges vary by airline and booking class.
How Jet Fuel Prices Affect Your SBZ Flights
Jet fuel typically accounts for 25-35% of airline operating costs. When fuel prices rise due to global events like conflicts or supply disruptions, airlines pass these costs to passengers through fuel surcharges.
Currently, the Europe region has jet fuel priced at $5.51/gallon. This is approximately 108% higher than normal due to Brent crude elevated. EIA Gulf Coast jet fuel at $5.21/gal (2026-05-16). Airlines implementing surcharges globally. IATA reports $175/barrel global average.
Tips to Save on Flights from SBZ
- Book during periods of lower fuel prices (typically Q1)
- Choose airlines with fuel-efficient aircraft (787, A350)
- Consider nearby alternative airports
- Book direct flights to avoid multiple fuel surcharges
Climate & Weather at Sibiu
Sibiu experiences a temperate climate with distinct seasons. Summers are generally pleasant (18-28°C / 64-82°F), while winters can be cold and may bring snow or ice that occasionally affects flight schedules. Travelers arriving in winter should be prepared for potential weather-related delays and dress in warm layers.
Traveler Guide: Flying Through SBZ
As a European airport, SBZ falls within the Europe fuel pricing zone. European airports typically offer excellent rail and public transit connections to city centers. If traveling within the Schengen Area, border checks are minimal for intra-Schengen flights. Travelers from outside the EU/Schengen zone should ensure visa requirements are met before departure.
Planning Your Trip via SBZ
- Arrival time: Arrive 2 hours early for domestic flights, 3 hours for international flights at Sibiu International Airport
- Ground transportation: Check current gasoline costs for driving to/from SBZ
- Fuel impact awareness: The Europe region currently prices jet fuel at $5.51/gallon — compare this with other regions to understand route pricing
- Alternative airports: The nearest airports to SBZ are TGM, CLJ, CSB — consider these for potentially lower fares