Traveling from Fort Lauderdale to Sofia Airport (SOF): What you need to know
Fort Lauderdale's main base, Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL), is where great travel stories take off. Explore the departure options from here when planning your flight from Fort Lauderdale to Sofia Airport (SOF).
Sofia Airport is located in Sofia. The city runs on the UTC+2 timezone and is six hours ahead of Fort Lauderdale.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to board your flight from Fort Lauderdale to SOF.
In high season, allow for extended wait times and get there earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and up to four hours for international trips.
Airports in Fort Lauderdale
Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL)
You might be able to make your cheap flight from Fort Lauderdale to SOF even cheaper with a stopover. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' during your search to discover where you could make a quick stop. Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV) is an option when leaving from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL).
Traveling from central Fort Lauderdale to FLL takes about 25 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a cab, you'll cover the 5 miles in 15 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Catching an early flight from Fort Lauderdale to Sofia Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and get some bonus sleep) by picking one of these stays close to Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport:
Of all flights leaving Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport, 73.74% land on time at their destination.
FLL is located at 320 Terminal Drive.
About Sofia Airport (SOF)
If you have a late flight from Fort Lauderdale to Sofia Airport, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these hotels 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 discover more of Sofia and beyond.
To secure the lowest price, book your ride around one week in advance of your Fort Lauderdale to Sofia Airport flight.
Getting from Sofia Airport (SOF) to central Sofia
Sofia Airport is around 7 miles from the center of Sofia. It takes around 15 minutes or so to drive to the city.
It takes roughly 35 minutes to get there using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Fort Lauderdale to Sofia Airport (SOF)
$266 is currently the best price for a one-way ticket from Fort Lauderdale to Sofia Airport. Return flights start from $669. These prices may change depending on demand and availability.
Booking in advance is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Fort Lauderdale to SOF. Airlines adjust prices based on demand, so the closer you get to departure, the more it could cost you.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest Fort Lauderdale to Sofia Airport tickets throughout the month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your plans aren't set in stone.
There's no need to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as a better deal comes up on plane tickets from Fort Lauderdale to SOF.
Find an affordable flight from Fort Lauderdale to Sofia Airport by using the search filters. Select your ideal times, airlines and number of stops, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
The best time to fly from Fort Lauderdale to Sofia Airport (SOF)
It's time to figure out when to book your flight from Fort Lauderdale to Sofia Airport (SOF). August is when most people visit Sofia. If you like things a bit more low-key, think about going in April.
Before locking in your Fort Lauderdale to SOF plane ticket, consider the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Sofia, with temperatures ranging from 57ºF to 86ºF.
January sees temperatures of between 12ºF and 45ºF. Search for cheap tickets from Fort Lauderdale to Sofia Airport around that time if you like traveling in cooler conditions.
More about Sofia
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in Sofia right here. Check out these hotels once you've locked in your flight from Fort Lauderdale to Sofia Airport:
Free Sofia Tour and Boyana Church are just the start of the top attractions to add to your Sofia to-do list. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out National Historical Museum.
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 trip to Plovdiv will keep your itinerary busy. Start with attractions like Plovdiv Old Town, Plovdiv Roman Theatre and Ancient Plovdiv Municipal Institute.
Around 120 miles east of Sofia, Stara Zagora is another essential stop in Bulgaria. No visit is complete without checking out Парк „5-и октомври“ (Градската градина), Zagorka Lake and The Zelen Klin Park.
