Traveling from Sofia Airport (SOF) to Reykjavik: what you need to know
The timezone in Reykjavik is UTC+0. The city is two hours behind Sofia, where Sofia Airport is located.
Allow plenty of time to make your SOF to Reykjavik flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
If you're jetting off during a major holiday or another peak period, give yourself more time. A good general rule is two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Lines at check-in and security will be longer.
We make it a breeze to book plane tickets from SOF to Reykjavik with a stopover. To see all your options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Major stopovers include:
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Vienna International Airport (VIE)
Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW)
SOF is around 4 miles from central Sofia. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the center, it'll take 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be around 35 minutes.
In search of a hotel close to SOF? If you're catching an early flight from Sofia Airport to Reykjavik, these stays put the terminal practically at your doorstep:
When it comes to Sofia Airport's on-time performance, data shows 66.73% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Sofia Airport (SOF) to Reykjavik
$83 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Sofia Airport to Reykjavik flight. A return plane ticket right now is $181. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares may change.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to land cheap flights from SOF to Reykjavik if you book early. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird discounts.
Landing cheap tickets from Sofia Airport to Reykjavik is more likely if you're flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to access the lowest prices across every month and bag an awesome deal.
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Airports in Reykjavik
Keflavik International Airport (KEF)
Keflavik International Airport (KEF) to central Reykjavik takes around 50 minutes by car. The center is roughly 30 miles away.
If you're traveling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour 15 minutes.
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Sofia Airport to Reykjavik. Reserve one of these accommodation options near KEF instead:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Keflavik International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Ice Rental 4x4, FairCar or Flizzr to explore Reykjavik and beyond.
Lock in the lowest price by booking your vehicle from Keflavik International Airport around four weeks in advance of your flight from SOF to Reykjavik.
Reykjavik International Airport (RKV)
Reykjavik International Airport (RKV) is around 1 mile from central Reykjavik. After your flight from Sofia Airport to Reykjavik, it'll take you around 5 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
Traveling by public transport will take about 25 minutes.
You'll find some great places ready to welcome you near RKV. Tuck yourself in and get cozy after your SOF to Reykjavik flight at any of these perfectly located options:
The fastest way to reach your destination is with a Reykjavik International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Europcar, RAS Car Rental or Hertz and set off in the blink of an eye.
Get the lowest price by securing your ride from RKV three weeks in advance. You'll also have access to a bigger selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Reykjavik
Visit Reykjavik in high season if you prefer a lively atmosphere, but remember that prices may be higher. Alternatively, book flights from Sofia Airport to Reykjavik in the low season when prices are cheaper and it's quieter.
When booking your Sofia Airport to Reykjavik plane ticket, think about the weather you're most comfortable in. July is the warmest month in Reykjavik, with temperatures ranging from 46ºF to 59ºF.
Search for cheap tickets from SOF to Reykjavik in December if you like traveling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 21ºF and 39ºF on average.
More about Reykjavik
Once you've booked your flight from Sofia Airport to Reykjavik, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Reykjavik:
Every great vacation has to include a little sightseeing. Perlan, Hallgrimskirkja silhouette and National Museum of Iceland are attractions you won't want to skip in Reykjavik.
Explore more of Iceland
Reykjavik is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of Iceland waiting to be explored. Around 150 miles north-east of Reykjavik, a trip to Akureyri will fill your itinerary to the brim. Check out popular attractions like Akureyri Art Museum, Hof Cultural and Conference Center and Nonni's House.
Vestmannaeyjar is another sought-after destination in Iceland and is around 75 miles south-east of Reykjavik. No trip is complete without seeing Heimaklettur, Beautiful Puffin and Shore View and Skansinn.
