Traveling from Dublin Airport (DUB) to Sofia Airport (SOF): what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from Dublin Airport to Sofia Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 3 hours 35 minutes.
Sofia's timezone is UTC+2, making Sofia two hours ahead of Dublin.
Flights from DUB to SOF start from 06:00 — the first with Ryanair. The last departure is at 17:10 with Ryanair. Overall, you can choose from three weekly Dublin Airport to Sofia Airport flights.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Get to the airport on time to board your DUB to SOF flight.
You'll likely experience longer lines during popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
Flying into Sofia (and then seeing more of Bulgaria!) is a breeze with Ryanair. This popular airline offers direct flights from Dublin Airport to Sofia Airport.
Ryanair is the most frequently booked airline on this route.
The most punctual carrier that operates DUB to SOF flights is Ryanair. Its services land as scheduled 71.43% of the time.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Dublin Airport to Sofia Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Here are some options between DUB and SOF:
Frankfurt Airport
London Luton Airport
Vienna International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Dublin Airport (DUB) to Sofia Airport (SOF)
Currently, $25 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Dublin Airport to Sofia Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $52. Remember that fares could change due to demand when booking.
To pick up cheap tickets from DUB to SOF, reserve your journey two months ahead of your departure.
The cheapest month for flights from Dublin Airport to Sofia Airport is January. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have a flexible travel schedule.
Snapping up cheap flights from DUB to SOF is a breeze with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know when a new discounted fare appears.
Select your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Dublin Airport to Sofia Airport.
Handy information about Dublin Airport (DUB)
72.87% of flights leaving from Dublin Airport reach their destination on schedule.
To get to Dublin Airport from central Dublin, it takes about 30 minutes by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 13 miles from the airport to the city center.
Catching public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 2 hours 10 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Dublin Airport to Sofia Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these stays close to DUB:
Arriving at Sofia Airport (SOF)
If you have a late Dublin Airport to Sofia Airport flight, few things top the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed not long after at one of these accommodation options near SOF:
Travel at your own speed with a Sofia Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from MEX, Surprice or NU Car Rentals and find adventure across Sofia and beyond.
Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your vehicle from Sofia Airport around one week ahead of your departure.
Getting from Sofia Airport (SOF) to central Sofia
Sofia Airport is roughly 7 miles from the center of Sofia. The drive time takes around 15 minutes.
It takes roughly 35 minutes when traveling by public transport.
When to fly to Sofia Airport (SOF)
August is the most popular month for flights from Dublin Airport to Sofia Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, visit Sofia in April.
Lock in your flight from Dublin Airport to Sofia Airport for August if you want to visit Sofia during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 57ºF and 86ºF.
Look for cheap tickets from DUB to SOF in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 12ºF and 45ºF on average.
Explore more of Bulgaria
Sofia has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of Bulgaria just waiting to be explored. Around 80 miles south-east of Sofia, a visit to Plovdiv will keep you busy. Start with leading attractions like Plovdiv Old Town, Plovdiv Roman Theatre and Archaelogical Complex Nebet Tepe.
Around 240 miles east of Sofia, Varna is another essential stop in Bulgaria. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Park Asparuhovo - Asparuhovo sea garden, Dormition of theotokos Cathedral and Sunset viewpoint (място за гледане на Залеза).
