Flying from Cork Airport (ORK) to Sofia Airport (SOF): what you need to know
Sofia is two hours ahead of Cork and is in the UTC+2 timezone.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Make sure you're at the airport on time to board your ORK to SOF flight.
During popular months such as August, you'll want to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're travelling during peak periods in general.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Cork Airport to Sofia Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Top stopovers between ORK and SOF include:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
Stansted Airport
London Heathrow Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Cork Airport (ORK) to Sofia Airport (SOF)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Cork Airport to Sofia Airport flight is £52. A return ticket is currently £130. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
It's a good idea to book ahead of time if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from ORK to SOF. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll find the lowest price across each month when searching for your flight from Cork Airport to Sofia Airport.
Getting your hands on cheap flights from ORK to SOF is a cinch with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch as soon as fares go down.
Secure the right flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Cork Airport to Sofia Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by departure and arrival times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about Cork Airport (ORK)
70.51% of flights that take off from Cork Airport land at their destination on time.
Central Cork to Cork Airport is approximately 5 miles. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 15 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a journey time of around 25 minutes.
Have an early flight from Cork Airport to Sofia Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to ORK:
Arriving at Sofia Airport (SOF)
Consider booking a hotel close to SOF if you're on a late Cork Airport to Sofia Airport flight. Check in to one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Grab a Sofia Airport rental car and discover Sofia and beyond with your own set of wheels. MEX, Surprice and NU Car Rentals are popular providers to choose from here.
Reserving your ride from Sofia Airport about one week ahead gives you the best chance of locking in 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.
Getting to the centre by public transport typically takes 35 minutes.
When to fly to Sofia Airport (SOF)
The quietest month for a flight from Cork Airport to Sofia Airport is April, while August is the busiest. Choose the best time to go to Sofia based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
Book your flight from Cork Airport to Sofia Airport for August if you want to go to Sofia during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 14ºC (57ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from ORK to SOF in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -11ºC (12ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF) on average.
Explore more of Bulgaria
You've done 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, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Around 240 miles east of Sofia, Varna is another favourite stop in Bulgaria. Start your sightseeing at Park Asparuhovo - Asparuhovo sea garden, Dormition of theotokos Cathedral and Sunset viewpoint (място за гледане на Залеза).