Travelling from Sofia Airport (SOF) to Houari Boumediene Airport (ALG): what you need to know
The timezone in Algiers is UTC+1, which is one hour behind Sofia.
Your SOF to ALG flight won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
Flying during a peak month like August? Public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer lines and delays at airport checkpoints. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Sofia Airport to Houari Boumediene Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or visit a new city along the way. Here are some options between SOF and ALG:
Barcelona-El Prat Airport
Charles de Gaulle Airport
Frankfurt Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Sofia Airport (SOF) to Houari Boumediene Airport (ALG)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Sofia Airport to Houari Boumediene Airport flight is £100. A round-trip plane ticket is currently £166. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from SOF to ALG if you book in advance. Airlines often have some great early bird discounts.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the lowest price in each month when searching for your flight from Sofia Airport to Houari Boumediene Airport.
There's no need to check every day to see if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as the price changes on cheap flights from SOF to ALG.
Pick your ideal 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 Sofia Airport to Houari Boumediene Airport.
Handy information about Sofia Airport (SOF)
Of the departures from Sofia Airport, 66.73% land on schedule at their destination.
To get to Sofia Airport from central Sofia, it takes about 15 minutes if you're travelling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 7 miles from the airport to the city centre.
Planning to catch public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 35 minutes.
Need a convenient hotel near SOF? If you're boarding an early flight from Sofia Airport to Houari Boumediene Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from check-in:
Arriving at Houari Boumediene Airport (ALG)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Sofia Airport to Houari Boumediene Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near ALG instead:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Houari Boumediene Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Location de Voitures, Locationauto or Hertz and explore beyond Algiers's main sights.
Booking your vehicle from Houari Boumediene Airport around two weeks in advance can help you get the lowest rate.
Getting from Houari Boumediene Airport (ALG) to central Algiers
Houari Boumediene Airport to central Algiers has a drive time of about 20 minutes. It's approximately 11 miles away.
When to fly to Houari Boumediene Airport (ALG)
It's time to choose your trip dates for your flight from Sofia Airport to Houari Boumediene Airport. August is the most popular month to head to Algiers. If you prefer a more laid-back vibe, go in April.
The warmest month in Algiers is August, with the temperature ranging between 21ºC (70ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF). Lock in your flights from Sofia Airport to Houari Boumediene Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
February sees average temperatures of between 4ºC (39ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF). Search for cheap tickets from SOF to ALG around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of Algeria
Algiers is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of Algeria you'll want to see. About 25 miles east of Algiers, a trip to Boumerdas will keep your itinerary busy. Start with leading sights like Bouloudrome Beach, Aire de Jeux and Frond mère.
Oran is another sought-after destination in Algeria and is around 220 miles west of Algiers. No journey is complete without visiting La Gare d'Oran, Place du 1er Novembre and Round point latifa.
