Traveling from London to Sofia Airport (SOF): What you need to know
You can take your pick of numerous airports when planning a flight from London to Sofia Airport (SOF). Explore your options for jetting out of London Heathrow Airport (LHR), London Gatwick Airport (LGW) or Stansted Airport (STN). London Luton Airport (LTN) and London City Airport (LCY) also service London.
Expect to be traveling for 3 hours 10 minutes. On average, that's the time it takes for a direct London to Sofia Airport flight.
Sofia Airport is located in Sofia. The city runs on the UTC+2 timezone and is two hours ahead of London.
London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Sofia Airport (SOF) is the most popular route, with 9 direct services each week. You can travel from LHR to SOF on British Airways's 6:10am departure.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from London to SOF. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.
If you're heading away during a public holiday or other peak period, allow for even more time. Arrive two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Lines at check-in and security will be longer.
Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Get to your destination in one go from London Heathrow Airport (LHR). Nonstop flights from London to Sofia Airport (SOF) can be booked from here.
When taking off from LHR, you can catch a direct flight from London to Sofia Airport with Bulgaria Air.
Bulgaria Air ranks first in bookings for flights from LHR to SOF.
Among carriers operating on this route, British Airways has the best record for on-time arrivals.
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to break up your journey and perhaps even explore another city. When searching for cheap flights from London to SOF leaving from London Heathrow Airport (LHR), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to discover where you can stop along the way. Some popular options include:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Located around 19 miles from the center of London, LHR can be reached in about 55 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport will take roughly 1 hour.
Want a stress-free start to your travels? Stay near London Heathrow Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from London to Sofia Airport or aren't a fan of being rushed, these hotels have you covered:
68.18% of flights taking off from London Heathrow Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Looking to fly out of London Gatwick Airport (LGW)? Direct London to Sofia Airport (SOF) plane tickets can be booked from here.
From LGW, direct flights from London to SOF are offered by easyJet.
easyJet is the most frequently booked airline flying from LGW to SOF.
Make the most of your vacation with a stopover on your flight from London to Sofia Airport. Check out these connections between London Gatwick Airport and SOF:
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
Vaclav Havel Airport Prague (PRG)
Using public transport, you can travel from central London to LGW in around 30 minutes. The terminal is roughly 50 miles away, and making the journey by car will take approximately 1 hour 20 minutes.
Flying off with the first light? You might like to check in to one of these accommodation options near London Gatwick Airport the day before your London to SOF flight:
As far as flight punctuality goes, London Gatwick Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 69.26%.
Stansted Airport (STN)
Get ready to board and go from Stansted Airport (STN). Direct flights from London to Sofia Airport are available from here.
Ryanair is one trusted airline that offers direct London to SOF plane tickets from STN.
The preferred choice for passengers flying between STN and SOF is Ryanair.
Ryanair is the top-ranked carrier for punctuality on this route.
The journey to STN from the center of London is around 1 hour 25 minutes by public transport. If you prefer to travel by car, it'll take you roughly 1 hour to cover the 40 miles or so.
Sleep a little longer and still make your London to Sofia Airport flight with time to spare. These accommodation options near Stansted Airport make departure day effortless if you're flying out first thing:
Flights departing from STN arrive at their final stop within the scheduled time frame 64.73% of the time.
About Sofia Airport (SOF)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from London to Sofia Airport. Make yourself comfy at one of these accommodation options near SOF instead:
Travel at your own pace with a Sofia Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from MEX, Surprice or NU Car Rentals and chase adventure across Sofia and beyond.
To get the lowest price, reserve your ride around one week ahead of your London 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.
Traveling on public transport takes roughly 35 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from London to Sofia Airport (SOF)
$18 is the best price for a one-way ticket from London to Sofia Airport. Return flights start from $35. These prices can change based on demand and availability.
Book one month before flying. Research into pricing trends suggests this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from London to SOF.
Plan your trip for June. That's the best month for landing the biggest deals on London to Sofia Airport tickets. If you're open to different travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across each month.
There's no need to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you the moment a better deal comes up on plane tickets from London to SOF.
Filters make it easier to find a bargain for your flight from London to Sofia Airport. Pick the departure times, carriers and stops that look good to you. Then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to bring up the lowest fares right away.
The best time to fly from London to Sofia Airport (SOF)
April is the quietest month for flights from London to Sofia Airport (SOF), while August is the most popular. Pick the best time to visit Sofia based on whether you want a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.
When booking your London to SOF plane ticket, consider what kind of weather works for you. August is the warmest month in Sofia, with temperatures ranging from 57ºF to 86ºF.
Search for cheap tickets from London to Sofia Airport in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 12ºF and 45ºF.
More about Sofia
After booking your flight from London to Sofia Airport, find a hotel that's got location and comfort covered. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Sofia:
Free Sofia Tour and Boyana Church are just the start of the top-rated attractions to put on your Sofia to-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at National Historical Museum.
Explore more of Bulgaria
Plovdiv is just one of the many places in Bulgaria waiting to be explored once you've seen Sofia. Around 80 miles away to the south-east, popular attractions include Plovdiv Old Town, Plovdiv Roman Theatre and Ancient Plovdiv Municipal Institute.
If you're ready to explore another well-known destination in Bulgaria, head for Stara Zagora, roughly 120 miles east of Sofia. Парк „5-и октомври“ (Градската градина), Zagorka Lake and The Zelen Klin Park are the start of reasons to visit.
