Flying from Faro Airport (FAO) to Sofia Airport (SOF): what you need to know
Sofia is two hours ahead of Faro and observes the UTC+2 timezone.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Show up at the airport on time to board your FAO to SOF flight.
Travelling during a peak month such as August? Major public holidays and other popular periods can result in longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
If you want to split up your journey, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Faro Airport to Sofia Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between FAO and SOF:
Vienna International Airport
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport
Frankfurt Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Faro Airport (FAO) to Sofia Airport (SOF)
£65 is the lowest price for a one-way Faro Airport to Sofia Airport flight. Return flights start at £134. These prices can change depending on demand.
It's a good idea to book as early as possible if you want to find cheap tickets from FAO to SOF. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
Getting cheap flights from Faro Airport to Sofia Airport is easy if you're flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the lowest fares across the month and snap up a great deal.
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Select your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Faro Airport to Sofia Airport.
Handy information about Faro Airport (FAO)
Of all flights leaving Faro Airport, 76.66% touch down on time at their destination.
Faro Airport is around 6 miles from central Faro. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Expect a trip time of roughly 1 hour 35 minutes on public transport.
Need a handy hotel near FAO? If you're boarding an early flight from Faro Airport to Sofia Airport, these stays will put you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Sofia Airport (SOF)
Reserve a hotel near SOF if you're taking a late Faro Airport to Sofia Airport flight. Choose one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:
Go where the road takes you with a Sofia Airport rental car. Book your wheels from MEX, Surprice or NU Car Rentals and experience more of Sofia and beyond.
Secure the lowest price by booking your ride from Sofia Airport about one week before your departure date.
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.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 35 minutes.
When to fly to Sofia Airport (SOF)
It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from Faro Airport to Sofia Airport. August is the most popular month to head to Sofia. If you prefer a more relaxed vibe, go in April.
The warmest month in Sofia is August, with temperatures ranging between 14ºC (57ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Book your flights from Faro Airport to Sofia Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
Search for cheap tickets from FAO to SOF in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around 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 explored once you've taken in the sights of Sofia. Around 80 miles away to the south-east, top sights here include Plovdiv Old Town, Plovdiv Roman Theatre and Archaelogical Complex Nebet Tepe.
If there's time to check out another side of Bulgaria, consider Varna, roughly 240 miles east of Sofia. Park Asparuhovo - Asparuhovo sea garden, Dormition of theotokos Cathedral and Sunset viewpoint (място за гледане на Залеза) are key reasons to visit.