Flying from King Khaled International Airport (RUH) to Sofia Airport (SOF): what you need to know
The timezone in Sofia is UTC+2, which is one hour behind Riyadh.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to catch your RUH to SOF flight.
During popular months like July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from King Khaled International Airport to Sofia Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or enjoy a detour to a new and interesting place. Here are some options between RUH and SOF:
Istanbul Ataturk Airport
Hamad International Airport
Dubai Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from King Khaled International Airport (RUH) to Sofia Airport (SOF)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way King Khaled International Airport to Sofia Airport flight is $173. A return ticket is currently $357. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from RUH to SOF, book as early as you can. Airlines tend to offer lower prices when flights are first made available.
Finding cheap flights from King Khaled International Airport to Sofia Airport is easy if you're flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the lowest prices across the month and land a great deal.
You don't need to check every day to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll send you an update as soon as there's a better deal on cheap flights from RUH to SOF.
Lock in the ideal flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from King Khaled International Airport to Sofia Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by airline, departure and arrival times, and journey duration.
Handy information about King Khaled International Airport (RUH)
King Khaled International Airport scores top marks for on-time performance. 86.76% of flights that take off from RUH arrive at their destination as scheduled.
To reach King Khaled International Airport from central Riyadh, it'll take about 35 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 25 miles from the airport to the city center.
Need a convenient hotel close to RUH? If you're catching an early flight from King Khaled International Airport to Sofia Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Sofia Airport (SOF)
If you're landing on a late King Khaled International Airport to Sofia Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these accommodation options near SOF:
Grab a Sofia Airport rental car and explore Sofia and beyond with your own set of wheels. MEX, Surprice and NU Car Rentals are top providers you can book with here.
Reserving your ride from Sofia Airport about one week in advance gives you the best chance of locking in a great 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 around 35 minutes.
When to fly to Sofia Airport (SOF)
It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from King Khaled International Airport to Sofia Airport. August is the busiest month to visit Sofia. If you prefer a more laid-back vibe, go in April.
Lock in your flight from King Khaled International Airport to Sofia Airport for August if you'd like to go to Sofia during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 57ºF and 86ºF.
Look for cheap tickets from RUH to SOF in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 12ºF and 45ºF on average.
Explore more of Bulgaria
Sofia is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of Bulgaria just waiting to be discovered. Around 80 miles south-east of Sofia, a visit to Plovdiv will keep you on the go. Check out popular attractions like Plovdiv Old Town, Plovdiv Roman Theatre and Archaelogical Complex Nebet Tepe.
Around 240 miles east of Sofia, Varna is another essential stop in Bulgaria. No visit is complete without checking out Park Asparuhovo - Asparuhovo sea garden, Dormition of theotokos Cathedral and Sunset viewpoint (място за гледане на Залеза).
