Flying from Varna Airport (VAR) to Sofia Airport (SOF): what you need to know
Around 50 minutes is how long you'll be traveling on a direct flight from Varna Airport to Sofia Airport.
Varna and Sofia follow the same timezone, UTC+2.
Each week, there are 12 Varna Airport to Sofia Airport flights. To jet off as early as possible, take the 00:05 Bulgaria Air flight. If you're eager to make the most of your time before flying, the latest flight is at 22:55 with Bulgaria Air.
To ensure you get on your VAR to SOF flight, leave enough time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Traveling during a peak month like August? Major public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer queues at airport checkpoints. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Bulgaria Air is your gateway to discovering Sofia (and perhaps some other exciting parts of Bulgaria!). Check out the direct flights from Varna Airport to Sofia Airport offered by this carrier.
Bulgaria Air is the airline most travelers choose to fly with on this route.
Bulgaria Air is the most punctual carrier that operates VAR to SOF flights. An exceptional 81.13% of its departures on this route land as scheduled.
How to find the cheapest flights from Varna Airport (VAR) to Sofia Airport (SOF)
$36 is the lowest price for a one-way Varna Airport to Sofia Airport flight. A return flight starts from $74. These prices may change depending on availability and demand.
Get cheap tickets from VAR to SOF by booking at least two months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.
The cheapest month for flights from Varna Airport to Sofia Airport is July. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have flexible travel dates.
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Handy information about Varna Airport (VAR)
Varna Airport scores top marks for its on-time performance. 88% of flights that take off from VAR land on time.
Central Varna to Varna Airport is around 5 miles. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
The journey on public transport takes about 30 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel near VAR? If you're boarding an early flight from Varna Airport to Sofia Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from check-in:
Arriving at Sofia Airport (SOF)
If you have a late Varna Airport to Sofia Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed shortly after at one of these hotels near SOF:
Pick up a Sofia Airport rental car and explore Sofia and beyond with your own set of wheels. MEX, Surprice and NU Car Rentals are well-known companies you can book with here.
For the best deal, book your vehicle from Sofia Airport about one week before your trip.
When to fly to Sofia Airport (SOF)
August is the most popular month for flights from Varna Airport to Sofia Airport. For a quieter experience, head to Sofia in March.
The warmest month in Sofia is August, with the temperature ranging between 55ºF and 90ºF. Book your flights from Varna Airport to Sofia Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from VAR to SOF in January. Temperatures average between 12ºF and 45ºF then.
Explore more of Bulgaria
Plovdiv is just one of the many places in Bulgaria waiting to be explored after you've seen Sofia. Around 80 miles away to the south-east, popular attractions include Plovdiv Roman Theatre, Municipal Institute "Ancient Plovdiv" and Museum Center for Contemporary History.
If you're eager to discover another great destination in Bulgaria, head for Varna, about 240 miles east of Sofia. Sahara beach, Museum of Natural History and Sea Garden are the start of reasons to visit.