Travelling from Sofia Airport (SOF) to Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Sofia Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport is 5 hours 40 minutes.
The timezone in Abu Dhabi is UTC+4, which is two hours ahead of Sofia.
Flights from SOF to AUH start from 17:45 — the earliest with Wizz Air Abu Dhabi. The last departure is at 17:45 with Wizz Air Abu Dhabi. Overall, you can choose from four weekly Sofia Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport flights.
Give yourself plenty of time to catch your SOF to AUH flight. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You can expect longer lines in popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
Wizz Air Abu Dhabi is your gateway to discovering Abu Dhabi (and maybe even some other great parts of United Arab Emirates!). Browse the direct flights from Sofia Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport offered by this carrier.
The airline most travellers prefer to fly with on this route is Wizz Air Abu Dhabi.
We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Sofia Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Popular stopovers between SOF and AUH include:
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport
Hamad International Airport
Istanbul Ataturk Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Sofia Airport (SOF) to Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH)
£49 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Sofia Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport flight. Return flights start from £135. These prices may change based on demand.
To pick up cheap tickets from SOF to AUH, book your journey one month ahead of your departure.
December is the cheapest month for flights from Sofia Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport. If you want to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares for every month.
You won't have to check back in every day to see if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll update you as soon as a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from SOF to AUH.
Discover the ideal flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Sofia Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by arrival and departure times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Sofia Airport (SOF)
66.73% of flights leaving from Sofia Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
To reach Sofia Airport from central Sofia, it takes around 15 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 7 miles from the airport to the city centre.
The trip when using public transport usually takes 35 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Sofia Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these stays close to SOF:
Arriving at Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH)
Book a hotel near AUH if you're catching a late Sofia Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport flight. Choose one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Grab an Abu Dhabi International Airport rental car and discover Abu Dhabi and beyond with your own set of wheels. Hertz, Alamo and Europcar are top providers you can book with here.
To lock in the best rate, book your vehicle from Abu Dhabi International Airport several weeks in advance. Prices generally rise closer to your departure date.
Getting from Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH) to central Abu Dhabi
Abu Dhabi International Airport is roughly 20 miles from central Abu Dhabi. The drive time takes about 25 minutes.
Travelling by public transport typically takes 1 hour 30 minutes.
When to fly to Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH)
The quietest month for a flight from Sofia Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport is April, while February is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to go to Abu Dhabi based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
Before locking in your flight from Sofia Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport, consider the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Abu Dhabi, with the temperature ranging from 29ºC (84ºF) to 43ºC (109ºF).
January has average temperatures of between 14ºC (57ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF). Look for cheap tickets from SOF to AUH around that time if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of United Arab Emirates
Dubai is just one of the many places in United Arab Emirates waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Abu Dhabi. Around 75 miles away to the north-east, well-known attractions include Burj Khalifa, The Dubai Mall Heart and Desert safari tourism.
Around 90 miles north-east of Abu Dhabi, Sharjah is another essential stop in United Arab Emirates. Experience major highlights starting with Al majaz waterfront, Petrofac and Al Montazah Park.