Travelling from Sofia Airport (SOF) to Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS): what you need to know
Around 4 hours 20 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Sofia Airport to Lisbon Portela Airport.
The timezone in Lisbon is UTC+0, which is two hours behind Sofia.
Flights from SOF to LIS start from 06:00 — the earliest with Bulgaria Air. The last departure is at 20:05 with Bulgaria Air. In total, you can choose from four weekly Sofia Airport to Lisbon Portela Airport flights.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Get to the airport on time to catch your SOF to LIS flight.
During popular months like August, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight when you travel during a high season in general.
Bulgaria Air offers direct flights from Sofia Airport to Lisbon Portela Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to discover the sights in Lisbon — and maybe even more of Portugal if you have time.
Most travellers choose to fly with Bulgaria Air on this route.
If you'd like to add a stop to your trip, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Sofia Airport to Lisbon Portela Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between SOF and LIS:
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport
Zurich Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Sofia Airport (SOF) to Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS)
At the moment, £52 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Sofia Airport to Lisbon Portela Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is £113. Keep in mind that fares could change due to availability at the time of booking.
Score cheap tickets from SOF to LIS by booking at least seven months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for picking up a bargain.
The cheapest month for flights from Sofia Airport to Lisbon Portela Airport is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have flexible dates.
Snapping up cheap flights from SOF to LIS is a piece of cake with Price Alerts. Simply set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know when a new discounted fare appears.
Lock in the right flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Sofia Airport to Lisbon Portela Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by arrival and departure times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about Sofia Airport (SOF)
Of all flights departing from Sofia Airport, 66.73% touch down on time at their destination.
To reach Sofia Airport from central Sofia, it takes about 15 minutes if you're going by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 7 miles from the airport to the city centre.
The journey on public transport takes about 35 minutes.
Searching for a handy hotel close to SOF? If you're catching an early flight from Sofia Airport to Lisbon Portela Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from check-in:
Arriving at Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS)
The last thing you need is a long trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Sofia Airport to Lisbon Portela Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near LIS instead:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Lisbon Portela Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Klass Wagen, Goldcar or OK Mobility and explore beyond Lisbon's main sights.
Lock in the best rate by reserving your vehicle from Lisbon Portela Airport about two weeks ahead of your departure.
Getting from Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS) to central Lisbon
Lisbon Portela Airport to central Lisbon has a drive time of around 20 minutes. It's approximately 6 miles away.
It'll take around 1 hour to get there by public transport.
When to fly to Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS)
The quietest month for a flight from Sofia Airport to Lisbon Portela Airport is January, while June is the busiest. Choose the best time to visit Lisbon based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
The warmest month in Lisbon is August, with temperatures ranging between 16ºC (61ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Lock in your flights from Sofia Airport to Lisbon Portela Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
January sees average temperatures of between 8ºC (46ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF). Search for cheap tickets from SOF to LIS around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Portugal
Porto is just one of the many cities in Portugal waiting to be explored once you've seen Lisbon. Around 170 miles away to the north, its top attractions include Livraria Lello, Ribeira District and The Douro River.
If you're looking to explore another major destination in Portugal, consider Amadora, roughly 5 miles north-west of Lisbon. Jardim Porta do Viveiro Alfragide, Jardim Caracol do Victor Alfragide and Jardim e estatua Eduardo Jorge are among the biggest draws.
