Travelling from Sofia Airport (SOF) to Ben Gurion Intl Airport (TLV): what you need to know
Around 2 hours 20 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Sofia Airport to Ben Gurion Intl Airport.
Tel Aviv's timezone is UTC+2, which is the same as Sofia.
Every week, there are 22 Sofia Airport to Ben Gurion Intl Airport flights.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your SOF to TLV flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.
Be prepared for longer lines during popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
The majority of passengers choose to fly with Wizz Air on this route.
Wizz Air ranks as the leading on-time carrier for SOF to TLV flights, with 91.8% of services arriving on schedule.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Sofia Airport to Ben Gurion Intl Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Top stopovers between SOF and TLV include:
Athens International Airport
Naples International Airport
Larnaca Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Sofia Airport (SOF) to Ben Gurion Intl Airport (TLV)
£60 is currently the best price for a one-way Sofia Airport to Ben Gurion Intl Airport flight. Return flights start from £136. These prices can change depending on demand.
To pick up cheap tickets from SOF to TLV, reserve your trip one month before your planned departure.
The cheapest month for flights from Sofia Airport to Ben Gurion Intl Airport is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have a flexible travel schedule.
There's no need to check back in every day to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as the price changes on cheap flights from SOF to TLV.
Tailor your trip with filters. Pick your arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Sofia Airport to Ben Gurion Intl Airport.
Handy information about Sofia Airport (SOF)
77% of flights taking off from Sofia Airport touch down at their destination on time.
To get to Sofia Airport from central Sofia, it takes about 25 minutes by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 10 kms (6 miles) from the airport to the city centre.
Catching public transport? Expect a trip time of around 30 minutes.
Get your travels off to a stress-free start by staying near SOF. Whether you're taking an early flight from Sofia Airport to Ben Gurion Intl Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays have you covered:
Arriving at Ben Gurion Intl Airport (TLV)
Consider staying in a hotel close to TLV if you have a late Sofia Airport to Ben Gurion Intl Airport flight. Pick one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Ben Gurion Intl Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Europcar, Budget or Alamo and explore beyond Tel Aviv's usual tourist stops.
Booking your ride from Ben Gurion Intl Airport about three weeks ahead gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
Getting from Ben Gurion Intl Airport (TLV) to central Tel Aviv
Ben Gurion Intl Airport is roughly 18 kms (11 miles) from central Tel Aviv. The drive time takes about 25 minutes.
Getting there by public transport will take you roughly 25 minutes.
When to fly to Ben Gurion Intl Airport (TLV)
It's time to choose your dates for your flight from Sofia Airport to Ben Gurion Intl Airport. August is the busiest month to visit Tel Aviv. If you prefer a more low-key vibe, go in March.
When booking your flight from Sofia Airport to Ben Gurion Intl Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Tel Aviv, with the temperature ranging from 24ºC to 32ºC.
January has average temperatures of between 10ºC and 19ºC. Look for cheap tickets from SOF to TLV sometime around then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Israel
Tel Aviv has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of Israel you'll want to see. About 56 kms (35 miles) south-east of Tel Aviv, a trip to Jerusalem will keep your itinerary packed. Check out popular attractions like Old City of Jerusalem, Church of the Holy Sepulchre and Eastern Wall.
Haifa is another favourite destination in Israel and is around 80 kms (50 miles) north of Tel Aviv. No trip is complete without a visit to Bahai Gardens, Bahá'í World Centre and Bahá’í Gardens Haifa (Bahá’í Holy Place).