Flying from Tirana International Airport (TIA) to Sofia Airport (SOF): what you need to know
Sofia's timezone is UTC+2, which makes Sofia one hour ahead of Tirana.
To ensure you catch your TIA to SOF flight, leave plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
During popular months like August, it's best to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight when you travel during a peak period in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Tirana International Airport (TIA) to Sofia Airport (SOF)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Tirana International Airport to Sofia Airport flight is $46. A return plane ticket is currently $115. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from TIA to SOF if you book early. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird discounts.
Getting cheap flights from Tirana International Airport to Sofia Airport is more likely if you can be flexible with your travel plans. Use the 'Whole month' function to see the best prices across each month and bag a great deal.
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Handy information about Tirana International Airport (TIA)
69.86% of flights that depart Tirana International Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
Tirana International Airport is about 11 miles from central Tirana. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the center, it'll take 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Planning to catch public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 30 minutes.
Have an early flight from Tirana International Airport to Sofia Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels near TIA:
Arriving at Sofia Airport (SOF)
If you have a late Tirana International Airport to Sofia Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing shortly after at one of these hotels near SOF:
Grab a Sofia Airport rental car and discover Sofia and beyond with your own set of wheels. MEX, Surprice and NU Car Rentals are leading providers to choose from here.
To get the lowest price, reserve your ride from Sofia Airport about one week before you travel.
Getting from Sofia Airport (SOF) to central Sofia
Sofia Airport is roughly 7 miles from the center of Sofia. Driving there takes about 15 minutes.
When traveling on public transport, expect a journey of around 35 minutes.
When to fly to Sofia Airport (SOF)
August is the most popular month for flights from Tirana International Airport to Sofia Airport. To skip the crowds, visit Sofia in April.
Lock in your flight from Tirana International Airport to Sofia Airport for August if you'd like to explore Sofia during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 57ºF and 86ºF.
Search for cheap tickets from TIA to SOF in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 12ºF and 45ºF on average.
Explore more of Bulgaria
You've seen Sofia, now it's time to explore other parts of Bulgaria. Travel about 80 miles south-east to Plovdiv to tick off its popular sights. From Plovdiv Old Town to Plovdiv Roman Theatre and Archaelogical Complex Nebet Tepe, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Varna is another favorite destination in Bulgaria and is around 240 miles east of Sofia. No journey is complete without seeing Park Asparuhovo - Asparuhovo sea garden, Dormition of theotokos Cathedral and Sunset viewpoint (място за гледане на Залеза).