Traveling from Stockholm to Sofia Airport (SOF): What you need to know
You can choose from a range of airports when organizing your flight from Stockholm to Sofia Airport (SOF). Check out your options for flying out of Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN), Bromma Airport (BMA) and Stockholm Skavsta Airport (NYO).
The timezone in Sofia is UTC+2, which is one hour ahead of Stockholm. Sofia Airport is located in Sofia.
Give yourself plenty of time to make your flight from Stockholm to SOF. Generally, it's best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
With more travelers during high season, it's a good idea to be at your terminal even earlier. Two hours for domestic flights and up to four for international journeys will allow extra time for delays.
Airports in Stockholm
Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN)
Think about adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Stockholm to SOF. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN). Break up the journey at one of these airports:
Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
Copenhagen Airport (CPH)
Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW)
ARN is around 25 miles from central Stockholm. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the center, it'll take you 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're taking public transport, expect the journey time to be around 40 minutes.
Searching for a comfortable hotel near Stockholm Arlanda Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Stockholm to Sofia Airport, these stays will put you a quick hop from check-in:
Of all flights departing from Stockholm Arlanda Airport, 73.1% arrive on time at their destination.
Bromma Airport (BMA)
BMA is around 6 miles from central Stockholm. It'll take 20 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city center. Public transport takes approximately 55 minutes.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before catching your Stockholm to SOF flight? Check in to a hotel near Bromma Airport before your break officially starts. These stays have your key waiting:
57.41% of flights leaving Bromma Airport arrive according to schedule.
Stockholm Skavsta Airport (NYO)
Whether just for an hour or two or a few days, a stopover can make your journey feel a little more stress-free. When jetting out of Stockholm Skavsta Airport (NYO), you can book a plane ticket from Stockholm to Sofia Airport (SOF) stopping at Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW).
The journey time to NYO from central Stockholm is around 1 hour 50 minutes on public transport. If you're in a car, it'll take you roughly 1 hour 20 minutes to cover the 65 miles or so.
Make departure day effortless by staying close to Stockholm Skavsta Airport. Aiden by Best Western Skavsta Airport is a great option, especially if you're catching an early Stockholm to Sofia Airport flight.
With 80.46% of its departing flights arriving on time, NYO is a dependable starting point for any trip.
About Sofia Airport (SOF)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Stockholm to Sofia Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options near SOF instead:
Pick up a Sofia Airport rental car and discover Sofia and beyond with your own set of wheels. MEX, Surprice and NU Car Rentals are top providers you can book with here.
Booking your ride around one week ahead of your Stockholm to Sofia Airport flight can help you score a better rate.
Getting from Sofia Airport (SOF) to central Sofia
From Sofia Airport, central Sofia is around 7 miles away. It takes about 15 minutes to get to the city center by car.
It typically takes 35 minutes to get there using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Stockholm to Sofia Airport (SOF)
$39 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Stockholm to Sofia Airport. A return flight starts from $75. These prices can change based on availability.
To find cheap flights from Stockholm to SOF, book early. Airlines typically offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first released.
If you're flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the cheapest price in each month when searching for your Stockholm to Sofia Airport ticket.
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Save on your flight from Stockholm to Sofia Airport by using filters. Select your ideal duration, number of stops and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
The best time to fly from Stockholm to Sofia Airport (SOF)
August is the most popular month for flights from Stockholm to Sofia Airport (SOF). Visit Sofia in April if you'd rather avoid peak season.
Book a Stockholm to SOF plane ticket departing in August if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Sofia to range from 57ºF to 86ºF.
Look for cheap tickets from Stockholm to Sofia Airport in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 12ºF and 45ºF.
More about Sofia
Start your Sofia trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Stockholm to Sofia Airport, explore our selection of accommodation options including:
Free Sofia Tour and Boyana Church are just two of the popular attractions to put on your Sofia to-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at National Historical Museum.
Explore more of Bulgaria
Plovdiv is just one of the many places in Bulgaria waiting to be discovered once you've seen 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.
Around 120 miles east of Sofia, Stara Zagora is another favorite stop in Bulgaria. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Парк „5-и октомври“ (Градската градина), Zagorka Lake and The Zelen Klin Park.
