Flying from Sofia Airport (SOF) to Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR): what you need to know
New York's timezone is UTC-4, making New York six hours behind Sofia.
To ensure you catch your SOF to EWR flight, leave enough time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Travelling during a peak time such as August? Public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer lines and delays at airport checkpoints. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
If you want to break up your flight, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Sofia Airport to Newark Liberty International Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between SOF and EWR:
Milano Malpensa Airport
Berlin Brandenburg Airport
Franz Josef Strauss Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Sofia Airport (SOF) to Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
£199 is the lowest price for a one-way Sofia Airport to Newark Liberty International Airport flight. A return flight starts from £306. These fares may change based on demand and availability.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from SOF to EWR if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird rates.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Sofia Airport to Newark Liberty International Airport throughout the month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your dates are flexible.
Save time looking for cheap flights from SOF to EWR by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when fares go down.
Lock in the perfect flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Sofia Airport to Newark Liberty International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by arrival and departure times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about Sofia Airport (SOF)
When it comes to Sofia Airport's on-time performance, 66.73% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.
Central Sofia to Sofia Airport is around 7 miles. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 15 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
The journey when using public transport typically takes 35 minutes.
Get your break off to a stress-free start by staying near SOF. Whether you have an early flight from Sofia Airport to Newark Liberty International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays are perfect:
Arriving at Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
Book a hotel near EWR if you're catching a late Sofia Airport to Newark Liberty International Airport flight. Check in to one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Hit the road running by picking up a Newark Liberty International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Dollar, Budget or Thrifty and experience the lesser-explored corners of New York and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from Newark Liberty International Airport around three weeks ahead can help you get the best possible rate.
Getting from Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) to central New York
The address for EWR is Building 1, Conrad Road.
From Newark Liberty International Airport, New York is approximately 15 miles away. It takes around 30 minutes to reach the centre driving.
It takes around 1 hour 10 minutes if you're using public transport.
When to fly to Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from Sofia Airport to Newark Liberty International Airport. April is the busiest month to head to New York. If you're after a more laid-back vibe, go in February.
Book your flight from Sofia Airport to Newark Liberty International Airport for July if you'd like to visit New York during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 18ºC (64ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF).
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from SOF to EWR in January. Average temperatures are between -6ºC (21ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF) then.
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