Flying from Sofia Airport (SOF) to Manchester Airport (MAN): what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from Sofia Airport to Manchester Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 3 hours 35 minutes.
The timezone in Manchester is UTC+0, which is two hours behind Sofia.
To ensure you get on your SOF to MAN flight, leave plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
During popular months such as August, it's best to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights when you travel during peak periods in general.
EasyJet offers direct flights from Sofia Airport to Manchester Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to discover the sights in Manchester — and maybe even more of United Kingdom if your schedule allows.
EasyJet is the most frequently booked airline on this route.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Sofia Airport to Manchester Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps explore a new destination along the way. Here are some options between SOF and MAN:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
Eindhoven Airport
Frankfurt Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Sofia Airport (SOF) to Manchester Airport (MAN)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Sofia Airport to Manchester Airport flight is £29. A return fare is currently £78. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
Book eight months before your departure date. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap tickets from SOF to MAN.
July is the cheapest month for flights from Sofia Airport to Manchester Airport. If you need to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares for every month.
Never miss a deal on cheap flights from SOF to MAN by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Select your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Sofia Airport to Manchester Airport.
Handy information about Sofia Airport (SOF)
66.73% of flights departing from Sofia Airport land at their destination on time.
To get to Sofia Airport from central Sofia, it'll take about 15 minutes by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 7 miles from the airport to the city centre.
The journey on public transport usually takes 35 minutes.
Have an early flight from Sofia Airport to Manchester Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these hotels close to SOF:
Arriving at Manchester Airport (MAN)
If you're arriving on a late Sofia Airport to Manchester Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these options near MAN:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Manchester Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Green Motion, Drivalia or Surprice and discover more of Manchester and beyond.
For the lowest price, book your vehicle from Manchester Airport around four weeks ahead.
Getting from Manchester Airport (MAN) to central Manchester
From Manchester Airport, Manchester is approximately 11 miles away. It takes around 30 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Getting there by public transport takes about 1 hour 5 minutes.
When to fly to Manchester Airport (MAN)
The quietest month for a flight from Sofia Airport to Manchester Airport is January, while August is the busiest. Choose the best time to go to Manchester based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
Lock in your flight from Sofia Airport to Manchester Airport for July if you'd like to go to Manchester during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 9ºC (48ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from SOF to MAN in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -1ºC (30ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF) on average.
Explore more of United Kingdom
Manchester is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of United Kingdom you'll want to see. Around 160 miles south-east of Manchester, a trip to London will keep you on the move. Start with popular sights like Big Ben, The British Museum and Buckingham Palace.
Birmingham is another essential stop in United Kingdom and is around 70 miles south of Manchester. No trip is complete without experiencing Cadbury World, The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre.
