Flying from Belfast International Airport (BFS) to Sofia Airport (SOF): what you need to know
The timezone in Sofia is UTC+2, which is two hours ahead of Belfast.
Your BFS to SOF flight won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
During popular months such as August, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.
If you'd like to break up your flight, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Belfast International Airport to Sofia Airport. Here are the top stopovers between BFS and SOF:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
Charles de Gaulle Airport
Barcelona-El Prat Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Belfast International Airport (BFS) to Sofia Airport (SOF)
£59 is the best price for a one-way Belfast International Airport to Sofia Airport flight. A return flight starts from £122. These prices may change depending on availability and demand.
It's usually smart to book early if you want to find cheap tickets from BFS to SOF. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Belfast International Airport to Sofia Airport across the month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your plans aren't set in stone.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from BFS to SOF by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when a special offer becomes available.
Tailor your trip using filters. Pick your departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Belfast International Airport to Sofia Airport.
Handy information about Belfast International Airport (BFS)
67.55% of flights leaving from Belfast International Airport reach their destination on schedule.
To reach Belfast International Airport from central Belfast, it'll take around 30 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 20 miles from the airport to the city centre.
You can expect a journey time of around 2 hours on public transport.
Get your trip off to a relaxed start by staying near BFS. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Belfast International Airport to Sofia Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays are the answer:
Arriving at Sofia Airport (SOF)
If you're coming in on a late Belfast International Airport to Sofia Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these accommodation options near SOF:
Hit the road running by picking up a Sofia Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from MEX, Surprice or NU Car Rentals and explore beyond Sofia's usual tourist stops.
For the best deal, book your vehicle from Sofia Airport about one week ahead.
Getting from Sofia Airport (SOF) to central Sofia
From Sofia Airport, Sofia is approximately 7 miles away. It takes around 15 minutes to drive to the centre.
It takes around 35 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Sofia Airport (SOF)
It's time to choose your dates for your flight from Belfast International Airport to Sofia Airport. August is the busiest month to head to Sofia. If you like a more laid-back vibe, go in April.
The warmest month in Sofia is August, with the temperature ranging between 14ºC (57ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Book your flights from Belfast International Airport to Sofia Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Look for cheap tickets from BFS to SOF in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -11ºC (12ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF) on average.
Explore more of Bulgaria
Plovdiv is just one of the many places in Bulgaria waiting to be discovered after you've seen Sofia. Around 80 miles away to the south-east, well-known attractions include Plovdiv Old Town, Plovdiv Roman Theatre and Archaelogical Complex Nebet Tepe.
Varna is another favourite destination in Bulgaria and is around 240 miles east of Sofia. No journey is complete without dropping by Park Asparuhovo - Asparuhovo sea garden, Dormition of theotokos Cathedral and Sunset viewpoint (място за гледане на Залеза).