Traveling from Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to Sofia Airport (SOF): what you need to know
A direct flight from Frankfurt Airport to Sofia Airport takes an average of 2 hours 20 minutes. The timezone in Sofia is UTC+2, so it's 1 hour ahead of Frankfurt.
Every week, there are 37 flights from Frankfurt Airport to Sofia Airport. To take off as early as possible, jump on the 06:00 Lufthansa flight. If you'd rather make the most of your time before you fly, the last flight from FRA to SOF is 20:25 with Bulgaria Air.
You can expect longer lines during popular months such as July and other peak periods. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
Lufthansa is your gateway to discovering Sofia (and perhaps some other great parts of Bulgaria!). Browse the direct flights from Frankfurt Airport to Sofia Airport offered by this carrier.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To look at the options for flights from Frankfurt Airport to Sofia Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Some popular stopovers between FRA and SOF include:
Vienna International Airport
Franz Josef Strauss Airport
Guglielmo Marconi Airport
To find out if you need a visa to enter Bulgaria, check with your airline and the local consulate or embassy. They'll give you all the necessary information, including additional travel documents you may need after booking your cheap ticket from FRA to SOF.
How to find the cheapest flights from Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to Sofia Airport (SOF)
The best price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Frankfurt Airport to Sofia Airport is C$130. The cheapest price for a return flight is C$230. Bear in mind that fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Book 10 months before traveling. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap flight tickets from FRA to SOF.
The cheapest month for flight tickets from Frankfurt Airport to Sofia Airport is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have flexible travel dates.
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Take advantage of filters to find the ideal trip for you. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Frankfurt Airport to Sofia Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by departure and arrival times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
The journey from central Frankfurt to Frankfurt Airport takes about 37 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or hail a cab, you'll cover the 14 kilometres in 21 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
After an easy start to your trip? Stay near FRA. Whether you're taking an early flight from Frankfurt Airport to Sofia Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays are the answer:
Arriving at Sofia Airport (SOF)
If you have a late flight from Frankfurt Airport to Sofia Airport, few things top the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these hotels near SOF:
Getting from Sofia Airport (SOF) to central Sofia
From Sofia Airport, Sofia is approximately 11 kilometres away. It takes around 16 minutes to get to the center driving.
It typically takes 37 minutes if you're traveling on public transport.
When to fly to Sofia Airport (SOF)
It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from Frankfurt Airport to Sofia Airport. August is the most popular month to visit Sofia. If you want a more relaxed vibe, go in April.
When booking your flight from Frankfurt Airport to Sofia Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Sofia, with the temperature ranging from 14ºC to 30ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between -11ºC and 7ºC. Search for cheap flight tickets from FRA to SOF around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Sofia
If you're looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in Sofia right here. Browse these options after you've booked your flight from FRA to SOF:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be difficult to know where to start. National Palace of Culture, Boyana Church and City Garden are top attractions which should feature on any good Sofia itinerary.
Complete your Sofia trip with hotels and a car rental
Comparing flights is not the only thing we're good at. After booking your cheap ticket to Sofia Airport, explore our great car rental deals that'll give you the flexibility and freedom to see the sights at your own pace. Next, have a look at our exclusive rates for hotels to find your perfect Sofia stay.