Flying from Orio al Serio International Airport (BGY) to Sofia Airport (SOF): what you need to know
1 hour 59 minutes is the average length of a direct flight from Orio al Serio International Airport to Sofia Airport. Sofia is 1 hour ahead of Milan and operates on the UTC+2 timezone.
Every week, there are 25 flights from Orio al Serio International Airport to Sofia Airport. The earliest departure from BGY to SOF is at 05:50 and the last is at 23:55.
You'll likely experience longer queues in popular months such as August and other peak periods. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
Wizz Air is your gateway to discovering Sofia (and maybe even some other exciting corners of Bulgaria!). Look through the direct flights from Orio al Serio International Airport to Sofia Airport offered by this popular carrier.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To look at your options for flights from Orio al Serio International Airport to Sofia Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Some popular stopovers between BGY and SOF include:
Vienna International Airport
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport
Ioannis Kapodistrias Airport
To find out if you need a visa to enter Bulgaria, check with your carrier and the local consulate or embassy. They'll provide you with the most up-to-date details, including additional travel documents you may need after booking your cheap ticket from BGY to SOF.
How to find the cheapest flights from Orio al Serio International Airport (BGY) to Sofia Airport (SOF)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Orio al Serio International Airport to Sofia Airport is $27. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $59. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
To snag cheap flight tickets from BGY to SOF, reserve your journey 8 months before the departure date.
Organise your trip for April. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Orio al Serio International Airport to Sofia Airport. If your travel dates are flexible, try out the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest price across every month.
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Handy information about Orio al Serio International Airport (BGY)
Orio al Serio International Airport is about 64 kilometres from central Milan. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 58 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the trip time to be approximately 2 hours and 18 minutes.
Want an easy start to your trip? Stay near BGY. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Orio al Serio International Airport to Sofia Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Arriving at Sofia Airport (SOF)
Reserve a hotel near SOF if you have a late flight from Orio al Serio International Airport to Sofia Airport. Settle into one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Getting from Sofia Airport (SOF) to central Sofia
Sofia Airport is approximately 11 kilometres from the centre of Sofia. With your own car rental or in a cab, the drive is about 16 minutes.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 37 minutes.
When to fly to Sofia Airport (SOF)
It's time to choose your trip dates for your flight from Orio al Serio International Airport to Sofia Airport. August is the most popular month to visit Sofia. If you prefer a quieter vibe, go in April.
Book your flight from Orio al Serio International Airport to Sofia Airport for August if you want to go to Sofia during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 14ºC and 30ºC.
Search for cheap flight tickets from BGY to SOF in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -11ºC and 7ºC on average.
More about Sofia
Start your Sofia trip right by finding a wonderful place to stay. After booking your flight from BGY to SOF, browse our range of accommodation options including:
Every great journey has to include a little sightseeing. National Palace of Culture, Boyana Church and City Garden are must-have experiences during your Sofia visit.
Complete your Sofia trip with hotels and a car rental
You've got your cheap ticket to Sofia Airport — now it's time to find somewhere to stay, and perhaps even a set of wheels. We've compared prices across hundreds of companies to bring you the best hotels and car rental deals in Sofia.