Flying from Sofia Airport (SOF) to Baghdad International Airport (BGW): what you need to know
Baghdad is one hour ahead of Sofia and is in the UTC+3 timezone.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Make sure you're at the airport on time to catch your SOF to BGW flight.
Flying during a peak month like August? Public holidays and other high seasons can result in longer lines at airport checkpoints. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Sofia Airport to Baghdad International Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Here are some options between SOF and BGW:
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport
Istanbul Ataturk Airport
Dubai Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Sofia Airport (SOF) to Baghdad International Airport (BGW)
Right now, C$227 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Sofia Airport to Baghdad International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is C$491. Remember that fares can change due to availability when booking.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from SOF to BGW if you book in advance. Airlines often have some amazing early bird deals.
Getting cheap flights from Sofia Airport to Baghdad International Airport is easier if you can be flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the lowest fares across the month and snap up a great deal.
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Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Sofia Airport to Baghdad International Airport.
Handy information about Sofia Airport (SOF)
When it comes to Sofia Airport's on-time performance, 66.73% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.
Central Sofia to Sofia Airport is around 11 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 15 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
You can expect a trip time of around 35 minutes on public transport.
Taking an early flight from Sofia Airport to Baghdad International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these stays close to SOF:
Arriving at Baghdad International Airport (BGW)
Book a hotel near BGW if you're catching a late Sofia Airport to Baghdad International Airport flight. Settle into one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Travel farther out of Baghdad and head to places that aren't on the typical itinerary with your own wheels. You can book a Baghdad International Airport rental car from popular providers like Europcar or Fox - Rent A Car.
Reserving your ride from Baghdad International Airport about four weeks ahead gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
Getting from Baghdad International Airport (BGW) to central Baghdad
From Baghdad International Airport, Baghdad is approximately 27 kilometres away. It takes around 30 minutes to reach the centre driving.
When to fly to Baghdad International Airport (BGW)
August is the busiest month for flights from Sofia Airport to Baghdad International Airport. To avoid the crowds, go to Baghdad in April.
The warmest month in Baghdad is July, with temperatures ranging between 30ºC (86ºF) and 47ºC (117ºF). Book your flights from Sofia Airport to Baghdad International Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
Search for cheap tickets from SOF to BGW in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 5ºC (41ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF) on average.
Explore more of Iraq
Mosul is just one of the many places in Iraq waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Baghdad. Around 354 kilometres away to the north, check out popular attractions including Nergal Gate - Nineveh, Jardim Do Edem and Southern Wall of Nineveh ancient city.
Around 322 kilometres north of Baghdad, Erbil is another favourite stop in Iraq. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Sami Abdulrahman Park, Jalil Khayat Mosque and Syriac Heritage Museum.
