Travelling from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS) to Sofia Airport (SOF): what you need to know
Sofia is one hour ahead of Lyon and observes the UTC+2 timezone.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Make sure you're at the airport on time to board your LYS to SOF flight.
Flying during a peak time like September? School holidays and other popular periods can result in longer queues and delays at airport checkpoints. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Sofia Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Stopovers between LYS and SOF include:
Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport
Franz Josef Strauss Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS) to Sofia Airport (SOF)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Sofia Airport flight is £20. A round-trip plane ticket is currently £41. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from LYS to SOF if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some terrific early bird deals.
If you're willing to be flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the cheapest price in each month when searching for your flight from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Sofia Airport.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from LYS to SOF by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Sofia Airport.
Handy information about Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS)
69.6% of flights leaving from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
Central Lyon to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport is approximately 19 miles. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 35 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
Planning to catch public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 45 minutes.
Get your trip off to a stress-free start by staying near LYS. Whether you've booked an early flight from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Sofia Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Arriving at Sofia Airport (SOF)
Reserve a hotel near SOF if you're catching a late Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Sofia Airport flight. Pick one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer after landing:
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.
Reserving your vehicle from Sofia Airport about one week ahead can help you get the best possible rate.
Getting from Sofia Airport (SOF) to central Sofia
From Sofia Airport, Sofia is approximately 7 miles away. It takes around 15 minutes to reach the centre by car.
It takes around 35 minutes if you're using public transport.
When to fly to Sofia Airport (SOF)
It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Sofia Airport. August is the busiest month to visit Sofia. If you want a more relaxed vibe, go in April.
The warmest month in Sofia is August, with the temperature ranging between 14ºC (57ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Lock in your flights from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Sofia Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
Search for cheap tickets from LYS 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
You've done Sofia, now it's time to explore other corners of Bulgaria. Travel about 80 miles south-east to Plovdiv to check off its top sights. From Plovdiv Old Town to Plovdiv Roman Theatre and Archaelogical Complex Nebet Tepe, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
If there's time to check out another major stop in Bulgaria, consider Varna, about 240 miles east of Sofia. Park Asparuhovo - Asparuhovo sea garden, Dormition of theotokos Cathedral and Sunset viewpoint (място за гледане на Залеза) are highlights.
