Flying from Sarajevo International Airport (SJJ) to Sofia Airport (SOF): what you need to know
Sofia is one hour ahead of Sarajevo and observes the UTC+2 timezone.
To ensure you catch your SJJ to SOF flight, leave enough time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
You'll likely experience longer lines during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Sarajevo International Airport to Sofia Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Some great stopovers between SJJ and SOF include:
Vienna International Airport
Istanbul Ataturk Airport
Franjo Tudman Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Sarajevo International Airport (SJJ) to Sofia Airport (SOF)
$72 is the best price for a one-way Sarajevo International Airport to Sofia Airport flight. Return flights start from $139. These prices can change based on demand.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from SJJ to SOF, book as early as you can. Airlines typically offer lower prices when flights are first released.
If you're flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll find the lowest price across every month when looking for a flight from Sarajevo International Airport to Sofia Airport.
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Lock in the ideal flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Sarajevo International Airport to Sofia Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by arrival and departure times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about Sarajevo International Airport (SJJ)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Sarajevo International Airport, 67.19% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
Sarajevo International Airport is about 5 miles from central Sarajevo. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the center, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Expect a journey time of around 55 minutes on public transport.
Taking an early flight from Sarajevo International Airport to Sofia Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to SJJ:
Arriving at Sofia Airport (SOF)
If you're getting in on a late Sarajevo International Airport to Sofia Airport flight, few things top the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be resting soon after at one of these accommodation options near SOF:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Sofia Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from MEX, Surprice or NU Car Rentals and explore beyond Sofia's main sights.
Get the best deal by reserving your ride from Sofia Airport about one week ahead of your departure.
Getting from Sofia Airport (SOF) to central Sofia
Sofia Airport to central Sofia has a drive time of around 15 minutes. It's approximately 7 miles away.
Traveling by public transport will take you around 35 minutes.
When to fly to Sofia Airport (SOF)
It's time to plan your dates for your flight from Sarajevo International Airport to Sofia Airport. August is the most popular month to visit Sofia. If you'd like a more relaxed vibe, go in April.
Before locking in your flight from Sarajevo International Airport to Sofia Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Sofia, with the temperature ranging from 57ºF to 86ºF.
Look for cheap tickets from SJJ 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
You've done Sofia, now it's time to discover more of Bulgaria. Journey around 80 miles south-east to Plovdiv to check off its leading sights. From Plovdiv Old Town to Plovdiv Roman Theatre and Archaelogical Complex Nebet Tepe, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
If there's time to check out another great destination in Bulgaria, head for Varna, roughly 240 miles east of Sofia. Park Asparuhovo - Asparuhovo sea garden, Dormition of theotokos Cathedral and Sunset viewpoint (място за гледане на Залеза) are among its highlights.