Travelling from Sofia Airport (SOF) to Amman Queen Alia Airport (AMM): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Sofia Airport to Amman Queen Alia Airport is 2 hours 40 minutes.
Amman is one hour ahead of Sofia and is in the UTC+3 timezone.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Be at the airport on time to catch your SOF to AMM flight.
During popular months like August, you'll want to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.
Ryanair is your gateway to discovering Amman (and perhaps some other exciting corners of Jordan!). Browse the direct flights from Sofia Airport to Amman Queen Alia Airport offered by this airline.
Ryanair has the highest passenger demand on this route.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Sofia Airport to Amman Queen Alia Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Some great stopovers between SOF and AMM include:
Istanbul Airport
Antalya Airport
Ben Gurion Intl Airport
Handy information about Sofia Airport (SOF)
Of all flights leaving Sofia Airport, 77% land on schedule at their destination.
Central Sofia to Sofia Airport is approximately 10 kms (6 miles). Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 25 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving.
Expect a trip time of around 30 minutes when using public transport.
Get your break off to a leisurely start by staying near SOF. Whether you're taking an early flight from Sofia Airport to Amman Queen Alia Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays are ideal:
Arriving at Amman Queen Alia Airport (AMM)
If you have a late Sofia Airport to Amman Queen Alia Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping shortly after at one of these options near AMM:
Travel at your own pace with a Amman Queen Alia Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Right Cars, Arena Rent a Car or Auto Nation and see more of Amman and beyond.
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your ride from Amman Queen Alia Airport about one week ahead of your departure.
Getting from Amman Queen Alia Airport (AMM) to central Amman
From Amman Queen Alia Airport, Amman is approximately 32 kms (20 miles) away. It takes around 35 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Travelling on public transport takes around 50 minutes.
When to fly to Amman Queen Alia Airport (AMM)
August is the most popular month for flights from Sofia Airport to Amman Queen Alia Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, head to Amman in March.
Lock in your flight from Sofia Airport to Amman Queen Alia Airport for July if you want to visit Amman during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 20ºC and 36ºC.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from SOF to AMM in January. Average temperatures are between 4ºC and 17ºC then.
Explore more of Jordan
You've done Amman, now it's time to explore other corners of Jordan. Travel about 23 kms (14 miles) north-east to Zarqa to check off its top attractions. From Jabal ar Ruşayfah to Rujm al A‘innah and Al Jabal al Abyaḑ, there's plenty to keep you busy.
If you're eager to discover another great destination in Jordan, consider Irbid, about 64 kms (40 miles) north of Amman. Museum of Jordanian Heritage, Irbid Saray Osmanli Citadel and Irbid Great Mosque are key reasons to visit.