A new flight is ready to give Autumn City Breakers something to rejoice, including access to one of Europe’s most historical regions – with the extra bonus of bargains.
Wizz Air announced this week that he has flights from from from Birmingham to sibiu in Romania Twice a week from October – and getting a beer in the culturally rich city, tourists will only reset £ 1.85.
The Midlands hub saw the Hungarian airline starting a series of new flights from there, with four new routes offered, including the Italian city -graceful Rome.
October is a timely month to start the Sibiu route as well, as the city is in the heart of Transylvania, where Bram Stoker’s bloodthirsty Dracula lived.
Be introduced three days before Halloweenon October 28, the route starts from £ 17.99 for a one -way ticket.
While the Transsylvania region of Romania is perhaps best known as home to the mythical score there isA lot of other tourists’ attractions to sink their teeth – with beautiful hiking, warm food and picturesque towns and towns.
Indeed, King Charles loves the region so much that he owns a house there, and that he will fetch the region in royal life for decades.
The monarch secretly bought a former farmhouse in Zalanpatak, near the Karpaten Mountains, a few years ago, with the help of local landowner Count Kalnoky.
Cheap beer and culture in abundance: From autumn Midlanders can extend from Birmingham to the UNESCO World Heritage City Sibiu in Romania after Wizz Air announced a new route
The airline has launched four new routes from the Midlands’ Hub in recent months
With great value food and pints costing around £ 1.85, Sibiu is an ideal city break if you have a budget
Sibiu itself is full of Saxon heritage; It is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and it is known for striking, colorful buildings, food and local Ursus beer.
According to recent research by Finder, Romania is the tenth -cheapest place to enjoy a pint of the cold stuff in Europe, with a glass of beer costing just £ 1.85, significantly less than the average pint of London, which amounts to £ 6.75.
Wizz Air has become a major player in the low-cost flight market over the past few years and recently announced its £ 12bn customer’s first compastrous formation plan, which aims to put passengers in the heart of its future plans.
Wizz Air Corporate Communications Manager, Olivia Bell, said of the new destination: ‘We are excited to add this new route to our operations of Birmingham.
“Sibiu is one of Europe’s hidden gems, and we are delighted to give British more opportunities to visit this city and experience its – and Romania’s rich history and vibrant culture.”
It was a busy week for airlines of the Midlands with Tui Announcing plans to start direct flights from East Midlands Airport to a leading African beach destination.
The Midlands got another new route this week when Tui announced that they would offer flights to Sharm El Sheikh on Mondays and Thursdays from March 2026
The direct route to Egypt from the East Midlands was last offered in 2023, but will be brought back as a result of ‘strong customer question’
The carrier offers flights to Sharm El Sheikh on Mondays and Thursdays from March 2026.
The direct route to Egypt from the East Midlands was last offered in 2023, but will be brought back due to ‘strong demand for customers’.
Chris Logan, commercial director of the United Kingdom of Tui, said: ‘Due to a strong demand for clients, we are excited to reconnect the East Midlands with the beautiful Red Sea resort of Sharm El Sheikh.
‘With hundreds of incredible hotels to choose from and a guaranteed sunshine, Sharm El Sheikh is the perfect destination for a summer vacation.
“We have very incredible all-inclusive offers with flexible flying options, and some of the best splash parks to entertain the kids.”
