Which airport should I fly into for Sfântu Gheorghe?

For long-haul and international flights, Transilvania Targu Mures International Airport (TGM) is the main gateway near Sfântu Gheorghe. The closest airport, Brasov Airport (GHV), is the most convenient for transfers — weigh proximity against the breadth of flight connections.

How far is the airport from Sfântu Gheorghe?

The nearest is about 17 mi (27 km) away. The table above shows the distance and an estimated transfer time for each airport within about 300 km.

How do I get from the airport into Sfântu Gheorghe?

Most airports offer taxis and ride-hailing, and many add a rail, metro or bus link into the city. Tap any airport above for a full guide with ground-transport options, lounges and transit details.

Airports Near Sfântu Gheorghe

The closest airports to Sfântu Gheorghe, RO: IATA codes, names and distances, each with a full airport guide covering terminals, lounges and transit.

The nearest airport to Sfântu Gheorghe, RO is Brasov Airport (GHV), about 17 mi (27 km) away — roughly 32 min by road. For long-haul flights, the main international gateway is Transilvania Targu Mures International Airport (TGM).

Code	Airport	Distance	Transfer	Type
GHV	Brasov AirportBrasov, Romania	17 mi / 27 km	32 min	Regional
BCM	Bacau AirportBacau, Romania	70 mi / 113 km	2 hr 6 min	Regional
TGM	Transilvania Targu Mures International AirportTargu Mures, Romania	78 mi / 125 km	1 hr 48 min	International
SBZ	Sibiu International AirportSibiu, Romania	81 mi / 131 km	1 hr 54 min	International
OTP	Henri Coanda International AirportBucharest, Romania	91 mi / 146 km	2 hr 7 min	International
BBU	Baneasa International AirportBucharest, Romania	96 mi / 154 km	2 hr 13 min	International
CLJ	Cluj-Napoca International AirportCluj-Napoca, Romania	119 mi / 191 km	2 hr 46 min	International
IAS	Iasi AirportIasi, Romania	126 mi / 203 km	2 hr 56 min	Regional

Distances are straight-line; transfer times are road estimates. "Type" flags major/international gateways.

Which airport is best?

For the shortest transfer, Brasov Airport (GHV) is the most convenient at about 17 mi out. If you're flying internationally or want the widest choice of routes, Transilvania Targu Mures International Airport (TGM) (78 mi) is the bigger gateway — worth the extra distance for long-haul or cheaper fares.

Getting to and from the airport

Taxis and ride-hailing serve every airport here, and the larger ones usually add a rail, metro or bus link into Sfântu Gheorghe. Allow extra time in peak traffic. For exact routes, times and fares, open the airport guide — start with GHV.

Hotels near the airport

For early departures or late arrivals, a hotel near GHV saves a stressful morning transfer.

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Travel tips

Compare the total door-to-door time, not just the airfare — a cheaper flight into a distant airport can cost more once you add the transfer. Check whether your airport has a direct train or metro before defaulting to a taxi, and for international arrivals, confirm any visa or transit rules in advance.

Frequently asked questions

The nearest airport to Sfântu Gheorghe is Brasov Airport (GHV), about 17 mi (27 km) away — roughly 32 min by road.