Traveling from Sofia Airport (SOF) to London: what you need to know
Around 3 hours 7 minutes is how long you'll be traveling on a direct flight from Sofia Airport to London.
London is 2 hours behind Sofia, where Sofia Airport is located. London operates on the UTC+0 timezone.
Sofia Airport (SOF) to Stansted Airport (STN) is the most popular route, with 52 departures a week to pick from. If you prefer starting your day later, the last flight from SOF to STN is with Ryanair at 23:35. Choose the first departure with Ryanair at 05:45 if you want to get on your way earlier.
Give yourself plenty of time to catch your flight from SOF to London. Generally, it's best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like August, it's wise to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights when you fly during peak periods in general.
You can fly directly to London departing from SOF. Land at any of these airports following your flight from Sofia Airport to London:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Stansted Airport (STN)
These are some of the top carriers operating direct flights from Sofia Airport to London:
We make it easy to plan a flight from SOF to London with a stopover. To see your options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, pick a flight with a stop long enough to see the sights of the city of your choice. Top stopovers include:
Vienna International Airport (VIE)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER)
You don't need a visa for United Kingdom if you hold a passport from Bulgaria and are traveling for tourism purposes. Visa and travel documentation requirements are subject to changes or updates. So before reserving your cheap tickets from Sofia Airport to London, be sure to check with your airline and your destination country's local consulate or embassy for the latest information.
The journey from central Sofia to SOF takes around 37 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a cab, you'll cover the 11 kilometers in 16 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Want a convenient hotel near SOF? If you've booked an early flight from Sofia Airport to London, these stays will have you moments from check-in:
How to find the cheapest flights from Sofia Airport (SOF) to London
$17 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Sofia Airport to London. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $37. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares may change.
Score cheap tickets from SOF to London by booking 9 months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for finding a bargain.
The cheapest month for tickets from Sofia Airport to London is May. Compare prices using the 'Whole month' tool and choose the date that offers the best deal.
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Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR) is around 31 kilometers from central London. With your own car rental or in a cab, the drive is around 57 minutes.
It takes roughly 1 hour and 1 minute if you're using public transport.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Sofia Airport to London, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these accommodation options near LHR:
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
London Gatwick Airport (LGW) is about 80 kilometers from the center of London. After your flight from Sofia Airport to London, it'll take you around 1 hour and 19 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
If you're traveling on public transport, it'll take around 1 hour and 26 minutes.
After your flight from SOF to London, unwind at a hotel near LGW. These are some great options that'll help you sink into relaxation mode:
Best time to go to London
July is the most popular month to hop on a flight from Sofia Airport to London while February is the quietest. To work out the ideal time to visit London, consider the pace you like to travel at.
Book your flight from Sofia Airport to London for July to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 11ºC to 26ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between 0ºC and 9ºC. Look for cheap flights from SOF to London around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about London
After locking in your flight from Sofia Airport to London, think about where you'd like to stay in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring London:
Every great adventure has to include some sightseeing. Big Ben, The British Museum and Buckingham Palace are must-do's during your London adventure.
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