Travelling from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Sofia Airport (SOF): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from London Heathrow Airport to Sofia Airport is 3 hours 10 minutes.
The timezone in Sofia is UTC+2, which is two hours ahead of London.
Choose from nine weekly London Heathrow Airport to Sofia Airport flights. The 06:10 departure with British Airways is the earliest flight available. Bulgaria Air operates the last service of the day at 17:55.
To ensure you catch your LHR to SOF flight, leave plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
During popular months such as July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight when you fly during a high season in general.
Bulgaria Air is your gateway to discovering Sofia (and maybe even some other great corners of Bulgaria!). Browse the direct flights from London Heathrow Airport to Sofia Airport offered by this popular airline.
The airline most travellers fly with on this route is Bulgaria Air.
British Airways is the most punctual carrier that offers LHR to SOF flights. A dependable 82.35% of its departures on this route arrive without delay.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from London Heathrow Airport to Sofia 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 LHR and SOF:
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport
Frankfurt am Main Airport
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Sofia Airport (SOF)
At the moment, $105 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way London Heathrow Airport to Sofia Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $224. Bear in mind that fares can change due to availability when booking.
Book six months before flying. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap tickets from LHR to SOF.
The cheapest month for flights from London Heathrow Airport to Sofia Airport is November. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have flexible travel dates.
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Handy information about London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Of all flights leaving London Heathrow Airport, 78% arrive on time at their destination.
To reach London Heathrow Airport from central London, it takes around 45 minutes if you're travelling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 24 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Taking public transport? Expect a journey time of around 25 minutes.
Get your travels off to a hassle-free start by staying near LHR. Whether you're boarding an early flight from London Heathrow Airport to Sofia Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays are perfect:
Arriving at Sofia Airport (SOF)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late London Heathrow Airport to Sofia Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near SOF instead:
Grab a Sofia Airport rental car and explore Sofia and beyond with your own set of wheels. MEX, Surprice and NU Car Rentals are top outlets to choose from here.
Booking your ride from Sofia Airport about one week in advance increases your chances of getting a good deal.
Getting from Sofia Airport (SOF) to central Sofia
From Sofia Airport, Sofia is approximately 10 kilometres away. It takes around 25 minutes to reach the centre driving.
It takes roughly 30 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
When to fly to Sofia Airport (SOF)
The quietest month for a flight from London Heathrow Airport to Sofia Airport is March, while August is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to visit Sofia based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
Lock in your flight from London Heathrow Airport to Sofia Airport for August if you want to go to Sofia during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 13ºC (55ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF).
January has average temperatures of between -11ºC (12ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF). Look for cheap tickets from LHR to SOF sometime around then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Bulgaria
Sofia has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of Bulgaria waiting to be explored. Around 129 kilometres south-east of Sofia, a trip to Plovdiv will keep your itinerary packed. Start with leading attractions like Plovdiv Roman Theatre, Municipal Institute "Ancient Plovdiv" and Museum Centre for Contemporary History.
If you're eager to discover another great destination in Bulgaria, head for Varna, about 386 kilometres east of Sofia. Sahara beach, Museum of Natural History and Sea Garden are key reasons to visit.