Travelling from Newquay Cornwall Airport (NQY) to Sofia Airport (SOF): what you need to know
Sofia is two hours ahead of Newquay and follows the UTC+2 timezone.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your NQY to SOF flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
During popular months like July, it's best to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're flying during a high season in general.
If you'd like to add a stop to your trip, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Newquay Cornwall Airport to Sofia Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between NQY and SOF:
Copenhagen Airport
Dublin Airport
Edinburgh Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Newquay Cornwall Airport (NQY) to Sofia Airport (SOF)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Newquay Cornwall Airport to Sofia Airport flight is £79. A return ticket is currently £169. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
It's a good idea to book ahead of time if you're looking for cheap tickets from NQY to SOF. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Newquay Cornwall Airport to Sofia Airport across the entire month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your plans are flexible.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from NQY to SOF by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when a special offer becomes available.
Secure the ideal flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Newquay Cornwall Airport to Sofia Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by airline, arrival and departure times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Newquay Cornwall Airport (NQY)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Newquay Cornwall Airport, 64.34% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
Central Newquay to Newquay Cornwall Airport is around 6 miles. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 15 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
Expect a journey time of roughly 35 minutes on public transport.
Searching for a convenient hotel near NQY? If you're catching an early flight from Newquay Cornwall Airport to Sofia Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Sofia Airport (SOF)
The last thing you want is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're landing late on a Newquay Cornwall Airport to Sofia Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near SOF instead:
Travel at your own speed with a Sofia Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from MEX, Surprice or NU Car Rentals and chase adventure across Sofia and beyond.
Secure the lowest price by reserving your vehicle from Sofia Airport about one week ahead of your trip.
Getting from Sofia Airport (SOF) to central Sofia
Sofia Airport to the centre of Sofia has a drive time of about 15 minutes. It's approximately 7 miles away.
Getting there on public transport typically takes 35 minutes.
When to fly to Sofia Airport (SOF)
August is the most popular month for flights from Newquay Cornwall Airport to Sofia Airport. To escape the crowds, head to Sofia in April.
The warmest month in Sofia is August, with temperatures ranging between 14ºC (57ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Book your flights from Newquay Cornwall Airport to Sofia Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
Look for cheap tickets from NQY to SOF in January if you like 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 discovered after you've experienced Sofia. Around 80 miles away to the south-east, check out popular attractions including Plovdiv Old Town, Plovdiv Roman Theatre and Archaelogical Complex Nebet Tepe.
If you're interested in discovering another corner of 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 key highlights.
