Flying from London City Airport (LCY) to Sofia Airport (SOF): what you need to know
Sofia is two hours ahead of London and observes the UTC+2 timezone.
Leave plenty of time to catch your LCY to SOF flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as February, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're flying during a high season in general.
If you'd like to break up your flight, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from London City Airport to Sofia Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between LCY and SOF:
Berlin Brandenburg Airport
Frankfurt Airport
Dublin Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from London City Airport (LCY) to Sofia Airport (SOF)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way London City Airport to Sofia Airport flight is $116. A round-trip plane ticket is currently $246. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from LCY to SOF, book as early as you can. Airlines tend to offer lower fares when flights are first released.
Getting cheap flights from London City Airport to Sofia Airport is easy if you're flexible with your travel plans. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the lowest prices across every month and land a great deal.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from LCY to SOF by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when a lower fare pops up.
Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from London City Airport to Sofia Airport.
Handy information about London City Airport (LCY)
Of all flights departing from London City Airport, 74.57% land on time at their destination.
To get to London City Airport from central London, it takes around 30 minutes if you're traveling by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 7 miles from the airport to the city center.
Expect a journey time of around 35 minutes when using public transport.
Need a handy hotel near LCY? If you're catching an early flight from London City Airport to Sofia Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Sofia Airport (SOF)
Consider staying in a hotel near SOF if you're catching a late London City Airport to Sofia Airport flight. Choose one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:
Pick up a Sofia Airport rental car and explore Sofia and beyond with your own wheels. MEX, Surprice and NU Car Rentals are top outlets you can book with here.
Reserving your ride from Sofia Airport about one week ahead increases your chances of getting a good deal.
Getting from Sofia Airport (SOF) to central Sofia
Sofia Airport to central Sofia has a drive time of about 15 minutes. It's approximately 7 miles away.
Getting there by public transport takes roughly 35 minutes.
When to fly to Sofia Airport (SOF)
The quietest month for a flight from London City Airport to Sofia Airport is April, while August is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to go to Sofia based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
When reserving your flight from London City Airport to Sofia Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Sofia, with the temperature ranging from 57ºF to 86ºF.
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from LCY to SOF in January. Average temperatures are between 12ºF and 45ºF then.
Explore more of Bulgaria
You've visited Sofia, now it's time to discover more of Bulgaria. Travel around 80 miles south-east to Plovdiv to check off its must-visit sights. From Plovdiv Old Town to Plovdiv Roman Theatre and Archaelogical Complex Nebet Tepe, your itinerary will be busy.
Varna is another must-experience destination in Bulgaria and is around 240 miles east of Sofia. No journey is complete without dropping by Park Asparuhovo - Asparuhovo sea garden, Dormition of theotokos Cathedral and Sunset viewpoint (място за гледане на Залеза).