Flying from Tallinn Airport (TLL) to Sofia Airport (SOF): what you need to know
Tallinn and Sofia follow the same timezone, UTC+2.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Be at the airport with enough time to catch your TLL to SOF flight.
Travelling during a peak time like September? Public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer lines at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
How to find the cheapest flights from Tallinn Airport (TLL) to Sofia Airport (SOF)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Tallinn Airport to Sofia Airport flight is £36. A return plane ticket right now is £82. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from TLL to SOF, book as early as you can. Airlines tend to offer lower fares when flights are first made available.
If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' search function. It'll show you the lowest price in every month when searching for your flight from Tallinn Airport to Sofia Airport.
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Handy information about Tallinn Airport (TLL)
Tallinn Airport has an excellent on-time performance, reducing the likelihood of delays. Departures from TLL touch down on schedule 86% of the time.
Tallinn Airport is about 5 kms (3 miles) from central Tallinn. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 15 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
You can expect a journey time of about 25 minutes on public transport.
Booked an early flight from Tallinn Airport to Sofia Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these hotels near TLL:
Arriving at Sofia Airport (SOF)
Reserve a hotel near SOF if you're on a late Tallinn Airport to Sofia Airport flight. Choose one of these options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Pick up a Sofia Airport rental car and discover Sofia and beyond with your own set of wheels. MEX, Surprice and NU Car Rentals are popular outlets you can book with here.
To get the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Sofia Airport around one week before you set off.
Getting from Sofia Airport (SOF) to central Sofia
Sofia Airport to the centre of Sofia has a drive time of around 25 minutes. It's approximately 10 kms (6 miles) away.
Getting to the centre on public transport takes roughly 30 minutes.
When to fly to Sofia Airport (SOF)
August is the most popular month for flights from Tallinn Airport to Sofia Airport. To escape the crowds, go to Sofia in March.
Before locking in your flight from Tallinn Airport to Sofia Airport, consider the type of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Sofia, with the temperature ranging from 13ºC to 32ºC.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from TLL to SOF in January. Temperatures average between -11ºC and 7ºC then.
Explore more of Bulgaria
You've visited Sofia, now it's time to explore more of Bulgaria. Travel about 129 kms (80 miles) south-east to Plovdiv to tick off its leading attractions. From Plovdiv Roman Theatre to Municipal Institute "Ancient Plovdiv" and Museum Centre for Contemporary History, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Varna is another sought-after destination in Bulgaria and is around 386 kms (240 miles) east of Sofia. No journey is complete without seeing Sahara beach, Museum of Natural History and Sea Garden.