Traveling from Toronto to Sofia Airport (SOF): What you need to know
You can choose from a few airports when organizing your flight from Toronto to Sofia Airport (SOF). Explore your options for jetting out of Pearson International Airport (YYZ), Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ) and Region of Waterloo International Airport (YKF).
Sofia is six hours ahead of Toronto. Sofia Airport is located in Sofia, which operates on the UTC+2 timezone.
Your flight from Toronto to SOF won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
If you're taking off during a major holiday or other peak period, allow extra time. Get there two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Lines at security and check-in will be longer.
Airports in Toronto
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
The journey from central Toronto to YYZ takes about 50 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a cab, you'll cover the 17 miles in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Searching for a comfortable hotel near Pearson International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Toronto to Sofia Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
63.97% of flights taking off from Pearson International Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ)
You can arrive at YTZ from the center of Toronto in about 35 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport will take roughly 40 minutes to travel the 2 miles or so.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before catching your Toronto to SOF flight? Kick back in a hotel near Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport before your vacation officially begins. These stays have your key waiting:
62.09% of flights leaving Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport arrive within the expected time frame.
Region of Waterloo International Airport (YKF)
The journey to YKF from the center of Toronto is around 4 hours 5 minutes on public transport. If you're in a car, it'll take you about 1 hour 15 minutes to cover the 65 miles or so.
Make catching an early Toronto to Sofia Airport flight the easiest part of your journey. Book a room at one of these hotels near Region of Waterloo International Airport and get to your boarding gate with plenty of time to spare:
The on-time performance record of YKF is 63.64%. In other words, that's how frequently flights from this airport arrive as planned.
About Sofia Airport (SOF)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Toronto to Sofia Airport. Book one of these accommodation options near SOF instead:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Sofia Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from MEX, Surprice or NU Car Rentals to explore Sofia and beyond.
Lock in the best rate by booking your ride around one week before your Toronto to Sofia Airport flight.
Getting from Sofia Airport (SOF) to central Sofia
Central Sofia is around 7 miles from Sofia Airport and takes about 15 minutes to reach by car. See what your options are for getting into town, whether that's with a cab, car rental or ride-share.
Traveling on public transport takes about 35 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Toronto to Sofia Airport (SOF)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Toronto to Sofia Airport is $292. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $517. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares can change.
To pick up cheap flights from Toronto to SOF, book ahead. Airlines usually offer lower prices when tickets first go on sale.
Affordable Toronto to Sofia Airport tickets are easier to find if your travel dates are flexible. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to compare fares across every month and then pick the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Toronto to Sofia Airport (SOF)
August is the busiest month for flights from Toronto to Sofia Airport (SOF). Plan your visit to Sofia in April if you'd rather avoid peak season.
Lock in a Toronto to SOF plane ticket departing in August if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Sofia to range from 57ºF to 86ºF.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Toronto to Sofia Airport in January when temperatures are between 12ºF and 45ºF.
More about Sofia
Start your Sofia trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Toronto to Sofia Airport, explore our range of hotels including:
All great vacations should include a little sightseeing. Free Sofia Tour, Boyana Church and National Historical Museum are must-do's during your Sofia adventure.
Explore more of Bulgaria
You've seen Sofia, now it's time to discover other corners of Bulgaria. Journey around 80 miles south-east to Plovdiv to tick off its leading sights. From Plovdiv Old Town to Plovdiv Roman Theatre and Ancient Plovdiv Municipal Institute, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Stara Zagora is another well-known destination in Bulgaria and is around 120 miles east of Sofia. No trip is complete without experiencing Парк „5-и октомври“ (Градската градина), Zagorka Lake and The Zelen Klin Park.
