Flying from New York to Sofia Airport (SOF): what you need to know
When searching for a flight from New York to Sofia Airport (SOF), there's a good range of airports you can jet off from. Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR), John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) and LaGuardia Airport (LGA) are among New York's main terminals.
The timezone in Sofia is UTC+2, which is 6 hours ahead of New York. Sofia Airport is located in Sofia.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from New York to SOF. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to skip the mad dash to your gate.
If you're traveling during a peak month like August, get to the airport even earlier. It's wise to arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of a domestic departure. Security lines will be longer during high seasons like summer and spring break.
Airports in New York
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
We make it simple to find a flight from New York to SOF with a stopover. To see all your options departing from Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Popular stopovers between EWR and SOF include:
Geneve Airport (GVA)
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
Vienna International Airport (VIE)
EWR is roughly 15 miles from central New York. To help work out how to get there, use Google Maps. This useful traveler tool will show you the best route and available public transport options.
Catching an early flight from New York to Sofia Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to Newark Liberty International Airport:
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
Maximize your vacation with a stopover on your flight from New York to Sofia Airport. Visit friends or family or tick a new city off your list. Whatever you want to do, check out these stops between John F. Kennedy International Airport and SOF:
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
Zurich Airport (ZRH)
Using public transport, you can travel from central New York to JFK in about 1 hour and 20 minutes. The airport is roughly 30 miles away, and making the journey by car will take approximately 48 minutes.
It's your vacation, so why not book an additional night away? Think about staying at one of these hotels near John F. Kennedy International Airport the day before your flight from New York to SOF:
About Sofia Airport (SOF)
Reserve a hotel near SOF if you're taking a late flight from New York to Sofia Airport. Check in to one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Getting from Sofia Airport (SOF) to central Sofia
From Sofia Airport, Sofia is approximately 7 miles away. It takes around 16 minutes to reach the center driving.
When traveling on public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 37 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from New York to Sofia Airport (SOF)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from New York to Sofia Airport is $196. The cheapest price for a return flight is $333. Keep in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
To find cheap tickets from New York to SOF, book early. Airlines tend to offer the most competitive fares when flights are first released.
If you're flexible with your travel dates, take advantage of the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the cheapest price across the month when searching for your ticket from New York to Sofia Airport.
Set up a Price Alert for cheap tickets from New York to SOF. There's no need to check every day to see whether fares have dropped. We'll let you know the moment the price changes.
Tailor your trip with filters. Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from New York to Sofia Airport.
The best time to fly from New York to Sofia Airport (SOF)
It's time to pick your dates for your flight from New York to Sofia Airport. August is the busiest month for a trip to Sofia. If you want a more relaxed vibe, go in April.
The warmest month in Sofia is August, with the temperature ranging between 57ºF and 86ºF. Book your flights from New York to SOF in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
Search for cheap flights from New York to Sofia Airport in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 12ºF and 45ºF on average.
More about Sofia
Start your Sofia trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from New York to Sofia Airport, browse our selection of hotels including:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be difficult to know where to start. National Palace of Culture, Boyana Church and City Garden are highlights which should be on every Sofia itinerary.
Complete your Sofia trip with a car rental
After you've booked your hotel and cheap flight from New York to Sofia Airport, the next step is choosing one of our car rentals in Sofia. Check out the offers and easily compare options on pick-up convenience, price, and more.
