Flying from Antalya Airport (AYT) to Sofia Airport (SOF): what you need to know
Book a direct flight from Antalya Airport to Sofia Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 1 hour 50 minutes.
Sofia is one hour behind Antalya and is in the UTC+2 timezone.
To ensure you catch your AYT to SOF flight, leave enough time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Be prepared for longer queues in popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
SunExpress has direct flights from Antalya Airport to Sofia Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to see the sights in Sofia — and maybe even more of Bulgaria if your schedule allows.
The airline with the highest number of bookings on this route is SunExpress.
SunExpress tops the rankings as the most punctual carrier for AYT to SOF flights, with 90.0% of services arriving on schedule.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Antalya Airport to Sofia Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Popular stopovers between AYT and SOF include:
Istanbul Airport
Vienna Airport
Istanbul Sabiha Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Antalya Airport (AYT) to Sofia Airport (SOF)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Antalya Airport to Sofia Airport flight is $76. A return fare is currently $148. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
Book seven months before your departure date. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap tickets from AYT to SOF.
December is the cheapest month for flights from Antalya Airport to Sofia Airport. If you want to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares for each month.
You won't have to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll send you an update the moment a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from AYT to SOF.
Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Antalya Airport to Sofia Airport.
Handy information about Antalya Airport (AYT)
75% of flights that leave from Antalya Airport land at their destination on schedule.
Central Antalya to Antalya Airport is approximately 8 miles. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a trip time of around 35 minutes.
Get your trip off to a stress-free start by staying near AYT. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Antalya Airport to Sofia Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays are the answer:
Arriving at Sofia Airport (SOF)
If you have a late Antalya Airport to Sofia Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be resting soon after at one of these hotels near SOF:
Pick up a Sofia Airport rental car and explore Sofia and beyond with your own set of wheels. MEX, Surprice and NU Car Rentals are top providers to choose from here.
Get the best deal by booking your vehicle from Sofia Airport around one week before your travel date.
When to fly to Sofia Airport (SOF)
It's time to plan your travel dates for your flight from Antalya Airport to Sofia Airport. August is the most popular month to visit Sofia. If you prefer a quieter vibe, go in March.
The warmest month in Sofia is August, with temperatures ranging between 55ºF and 90ºF. Lock in your flights from Antalya Airport to Sofia Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
January sees average temperatures of between 12ºF and 45ºF. Look for cheap tickets from AYT to SOF around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of Bulgaria
Sofia is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of Bulgaria just waiting to be discovered. About 80 miles south-east of Sofia, a trip to Plovdiv will fill your itinerary to the brim. Check out popular attractions like Plovdiv Roman Theatre, Municipal Institute "Ancient Plovdiv" and Museum Center for Contemporary History.
If you're looking to explore another great destination in Bulgaria, consider Varna, roughly 240 miles east of Sofia. Sahara beach, Museum of Natural History and Sea Garden are key reasons to visit.
