Travelling from Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC) to Sofia Airport (SOF): what you need to know
Around 1 hour 50 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Sofia Airport.
Sofia is one hour ahead of Munich and is in the UTC+2 timezone.
Each week, there are 29 Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Sofia Airport flights. If you'd like to be on board as soon as possible, jump on the 09:20 Lufthansa flight. If you'd rather make the most of your day before flying, the last departure is at 20:20 with Lufthansa.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your MUC to SOF flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.
You can expect longer queues during popular months like April. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
Flying into Sofia (and then seeing more of Bulgaria!) is a cinch with Lufthansa. This popular carrier has direct flights from Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Sofia Airport.
The airline most travellers fly with on this route is Lufthansa.
The most punctual carrier offering MUC to SOF flights is Lufthansa. Its services arrive without delay 73.55% of the time.
If you'd like to break up your flight, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Sofia Airport. Here are the top stopovers between MUC and SOF:
Belgrad Nikola Tesla Airport
Zurich Airport
Vienna International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC) to Sofia Airport (SOF)
£72 is the best price for a one-way Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Sofia Airport flight. Return flights start from £139. These prices can change based on demand.
Book six months before travelling. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap tickets from MUC to SOF.
May is the cheapest month for flights from Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Sofia Airport. If you want to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares for each month.
There's no need to check back in every day to see if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as there's a better deal on cheap flights from MUC to SOF.
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Handy information about Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Franz Josef Strauss Airport, data shows 71.34% of flights complete their journey on time.
Franz Josef Strauss Airport is about 25 miles from central Munich. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 35 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a trip time of around 40 minutes.
Taking an early flight from Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Sofia Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these stays near MUC:
Arriving at Sofia Airport (SOF)
The last thing you need is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Sofia Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near SOF instead:
Go where the road takes you with a Sofia Airport rental car. Book your wheels from MEX, Surprice or NU Car Rentals and chase adventure across Sofia and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from Sofia Airport around one week ahead gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.
Getting from Sofia Airport (SOF) to central Sofia
Sofia Airport to central Sofia has a drive time of about 15 minutes. It's approximately 7 miles away.
Travelling on public transport typically takes 35 minutes.
When to fly to Sofia Airport (SOF)
The quietest month for a flight from Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Sofia Airport is April, while August is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to go to Sofia based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Sofia is August, with temperatures ranging between 14ºC (57ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Book your flights from Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Sofia Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from MUC to SOF in January. Temperatures average between -11ºC (12ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF) then.
Explore more of Bulgaria
You've seen Sofia, now it's time to discover other corners of Bulgaria. Travel around 80 miles south-east to Plovdiv to tick off its popular sights. From Plovdiv Old Town to Plovdiv Roman Theatre and Archaelogical Complex Nebet Tepe, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Around 240 miles east of Sofia, Varna is another favourite stop in Bulgaria. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Park Asparuhovo - Asparuhovo sea garden, Dormition of theotokos Cathedral and Sunset viewpoint (място за гледане на Залеза).