Travelling from Bucharest Otopeni Airport (OTP) to Sofia Airport (SOF): what you need to know
Around 1 hour 5 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Bucharest Otopeni Airport to Sofia Airport.
Sofia's timezone is UTC+2, which is the same as Bucharest.
There are ten Bucharest Otopeni Airport to Sofia Airport flights each week.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your OTP 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.
During popular months such as July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight when you fly during a peak period in general.
Flying into Sofia (and then seeing more of Bulgaria!) is a snap with TAROM. This popular carrier offers direct flights from Bucharest Otopeni Airport to Sofia Airport.
The airline that tops the list for bookings on this route is TAROM.
With an impressive 87.18% of services arriving as planned, TAROM has the best on-time performance for OTP to SOF flights.
If you want to add a stop to your trip, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Bucharest Otopeni Airport to Sofia Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between OTP and SOF:
Istanbul Airport
Vienna Airport
Istanbul Sabiha Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Bucharest Otopeni Airport (OTP) to Sofia Airport (SOF)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Bucharest Otopeni Airport to Sofia Airport flight is £32. A round-trip ticket right now is £77. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
To pick up cheap tickets from OTP to SOF, reserve your trip one month ahead of your planned departure.
The cheapest month for flights from Bucharest Otopeni Airport to Sofia Airport is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have a flexible schedule.
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Find the ideal flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Bucharest Otopeni Airport to Sofia Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by departure and arrival times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about Bucharest Otopeni Airport (OTP)
78% of flights leaving from Bucharest Otopeni Airport make it to their destination on time.
Central Bucharest to Bucharest Otopeni Airport is around 16 kms (10 miles). Depending on traffic, it'll take about 30 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving.
The trip on public transport will take about 35 minutes.
Get your holiday off to a hassle-free start by staying near OTP. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Bucharest Otopeni Airport to Sofia Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays are ideal:
Arriving at Sofia Airport (SOF)
If you're arriving on a late Bucharest Otopeni Airport to Sofia Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed not long after at one of these hotels near SOF:
Get on the fast track to adventure 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 around one week ahead can help you get the lowest rate.
Getting from Sofia Airport (SOF) to central Sofia
From Sofia Airport, Sofia is approximately 10 kms (6 miles) away. It takes around 25 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Getting to the centre on public transport takes about 30 minutes.
When to fly to Sofia Airport (SOF)
August is the most popular month for flights from Bucharest Otopeni Airport to Sofia Airport. To skip the crowds, go to Sofia in March.
The warmest month in Sofia is August, with temperatures ranging between 13ºC and 32ºC. Book your flights from Bucharest Otopeni Airport to Sofia Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
January has average temperatures of between -11ºC and 7ºC. Search for cheap tickets from OTP to SOF around that time if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of Bulgaria
Sofia has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of Bulgaria you'll want to see. Around 129 kms (80 miles) south-east of Sofia, a trip to Plovdiv will keep your itinerary packed. Start with attractions like Plovdiv Roman Theatre, Municipal Institute "Ancient Plovdiv" and Museum Centre for Contemporary History.
Around 386 kms (240 miles) east of Sofia, Varna is another essential stop in Bulgaria. Experience major highlights starting with Sahara beach, Museum of Natural History and Sea Garden.