Flying from King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED) to Sofia Airport (SOF): what you need to know
Sofia's timezone is UTC+2, which makes Sofia one hour behind Jeddah.
To ensure you get on your JED to SOF flight, leave enough time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Travelling during a peak month like August? Public holidays and other popular periods can result in longer lines at airport checkpoints. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from King Abdulaziz International Airport to Sofia Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to visit the city of your choice. Some great stopovers between JED and SOF include:
Istanbul Ataturk Airport
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport
Franz Josef Strauss Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED) to Sofia Airport (SOF)
$258 is currently the lowest price for a one-way King Abdulaziz International Airport to Sofia Airport flight. A return flight starts at $448. These prices can change depending on availability and demand.
It's usually smart to book in advance if you want to find cheap tickets from JED to SOF. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
Getting cheap flights from King Abdulaziz International Airport to Sofia Airport is more likely if you can be flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the lowest fares across the month and score a great deal.
Picking up cheap flights from JED to SOF couldn't be easier with Price Alerts. Simply set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you as soon as a new discounted fare appears.
Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from King Abdulaziz International Airport to Sofia Airport.
Handy information about King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED)
King Abdulaziz International Airport earns top marks for its on-time performance. 81.7% of flights that take off from JED arrive at their destination on time.
Central Jeddah to King Abdulaziz International Airport is approximately 19 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 20 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
Taking an early flight from King Abdulaziz International Airport to Sofia Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these hotels close to JED:
Arriving at Sofia Airport (SOF)
Book a hotel close to SOF if you're catching a late King Abdulaziz International Airport to Sofia Airport flight. Pick one of these options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Follow your own route with a Sofia Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from MEX, Surprice or NU Car Rentals and find adventure across Sofia and beyond.
Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your vehicle from Sofia Airport around one week before your departure date.
Getting from Sofia Airport (SOF) to central Sofia
From Sofia Airport, Sofia is approximately 11 kilometres away. It takes around 15 minutes to reach the centre by car.
Travelling to the centre on public transport will take you roughly 35 minutes.
When to fly to Sofia Airport (SOF)
The quietest month for a flight from King Abdulaziz International Airport to Sofia Airport is April, while August is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to go to Sofia based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
When booking your flight from King Abdulaziz International Airport to Sofia Airport, think about the type of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Sofia, with temperatures ranging from 14ºC (57ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from JED to SOF in January. Temperatures average between -11ºC (12ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF) then.
Explore more of Bulgaria
Sofia has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of Bulgaria you should also see. Around 129 kilometres south-east of Sofia, a trip to Plovdiv will keep your itinerary packed. Check out popular attractions like Plovdiv Old Town, Plovdiv Roman Theatre and Archaelogical Complex Nebet Tepe.
Around 386 kilometres east of Sofia, Varna is another favourite stop in Bulgaria. Start your sightseeing at Park Asparuhovo - Asparuhovo sea garden, Dormition of theotokos Cathedral and Sunset viewpoint (място за гледане на Залеза).