Flying from New York to Sofia Airport (SOF): What you need to know
When planning your flight from New York to Sofia Airport (SOF), there's a good selection of airports you can start your trip from. John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK), Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) and LaGuardia Airport (LGA) are New York's main options.
Sofia is six hours ahead of New York. Sofia Airport is located in Sofia, which operates on the UTC+2 timezone.
For stress-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to board your flight from New York to SOF.
In high season, expect extended wait times and be there earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and up to four hours for international trips.
Airports in New York
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
Consider adding a stopover to find cheap flights from New York to SOF. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK). Break the trip up (and maybe score a better deal) by stopping at one of these airports:
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
Vienna International Airport (VIE)
Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER)
JFK is around 30 miles from central New York. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the center, it'll take you 50 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're using public transport, expect the travel time to be around 1 hour 20 minutes.
Booked an early flight from New York to Sofia Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and get a little more snooze time) by choosing one of these hotels close to John F. Kennedy International Airport:
When it comes to John F. Kennedy International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 74.1% of flights complete their journey on time.
You'll find JFK at JFK Airport.
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
Knock a new city off your list or just take some time to unwind with a stopover. If you'd like to split up your flight from New York to Sofia Airport, browse these options when heading out from Newark Liberty International Airport:
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
Vienna International Airport (VIE)
Geneve Airport (GVA)
With public transport, you can travel from central New York to EWR in around 1 hour 10 minutes. The terminal is roughly 15 miles away, and making the journey by car will take approximately 30 minutes.
Flying out early in the morning? You might like to check in to one of these hotels near Newark Liberty International Airport the day before your New York to SOF flight:
73.3% of flights out of Newark Liberty International Airport arrive according to schedule.
EWR is located at Building 1, Conrad Road.
LaGuardia Airport (LGA)
From the center of New York, LGA is around 11 miles away. It takes roughly 25 minutes to get there by car and 1 hour or so if you're on public transport.
Make catching an early New York to Sofia Airport flight the easiest part of your journey. Book a room at one of these hotels close to LaGuardia Airport and get to your check-in counter with plenty of time to spare:
With 80.0% of its departing flights arriving as planned, LGA is a reliable starting point for your adventure.
The street address of LaGuardia Airport is Hangar 7 Center.
About Sofia Airport (SOF)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from New York to Sofia Airport. Make yourself comfy at one of these accommodation options near SOF instead:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Sofia Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from MEX, Surprice or NU Car Rentals and discover more of Sofia and beyond.
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your ride around one week ahead of your New York to Sofia Airport flight.
Getting from Sofia Airport (SOF) to central Sofia
Central Sofia is around 7 miles from Sofia Airport and takes about 15 minutes to reach by car. Explore your options for getting into the city, whether that's with a car rental, cab or ride-share.
Traveling by public transport takes around 35 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from New York to Sofia Airport (SOF)
$204 is the best price for a one-way ticket from New York to Sofia Airport. Return flights start from $350. These fares may change depending on availability.
Booking early is often the key to finding a cheap flight from New York to SOF. Fares tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more expensive your ticket may be.
Affordable New York to Sofia Airport tickets are easier to find if you're not locked into specific dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to compare fares across every month and then choose the cheapest day.
There's no need to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know when a better deal comes up on plane tickets from New York to SOF.
Lock in a cheap flight from New York to Sofia Airport by using the search filters. Choose your preferred duration, departure time and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
The best time to fly from New York to Sofia Airport (SOF)
Think about the kind of experience you want when deciding the best time to fly. April is the quietest month to visit Sofia. August is when most people book flights from New York to Sofia Airport (SOF), which may be perfect if you're chasing more action.
The warmest month in Sofia is August, with temperatures ranging between 57ºF and 86ºF. Lock in your New York to SOF plane ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
January sees temperatures of between 12ºF and 45ºF. Search for cheap tickets from New York to Sofia Airport around that time if you like traveling in cooler conditions.
More about Sofia
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best stays in Sofia right here. Explore these hotels as soon as you've booked your flight from New York to Sofia Airport:
There are so many things to do and see in this city, it can be hard to work out where to start. Free Sofia Tour, Boyana Church and National Historical Museum are top attractions which should feature on every Sofia itinerary.
Explore more of Bulgaria
Plovdiv is just one of the many places in Bulgaria waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Sofia. Around 80 miles away to the south-east, check out popular attractions including Plovdiv Old Town, Plovdiv Roman Theatre and Ancient Plovdiv Municipal Institute.
If there's time to check out another corner of Bulgaria, head for Stara Zagora, about 120 miles east of Sofia. Парк „5-и октомври“ (Градската градина), Zagorka Lake and The Zelen Klin Park are key highlights.
