Travelling from M.R. Stefanik Airport (BTS) to Sofia Airport (SOF): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from M.R. Stefanik Airport to Sofia Airport is 1 hour 30 minutes.
Sofia is one hour ahead of Bratislava and observes the UTC+2 timezone.
Your BTS to SOF flight won't wait if you're running late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
You'll likely experience bigger queues in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will give you ample time for security and boarding.
Ryanair offers direct flights from M.R. Stefanik Airport to Sofia Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to check out the sights in Sofia — and maybe even more of Bulgaria if you have time.
Most passengers choose to travel with Ryanair on this route.
If you want to add a stop to your trip, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from M.R. Stefanik Airport to Sofia Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between BTS and SOF:
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport
Stansted Airport
Eindhoven Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from M.R. Stefanik Airport (BTS) to Sofia Airport (SOF)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way M.R. Stefanik Airport to Sofia Airport flight is $30. A return fare is currently $60. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
To score cheap tickets from BTS to SOF, reserve your journey five months ahead of your planned departure.
Plan your trip for April. That's the cheapest month for flights from M.R. Stefanik Airport to Sofia Airport. If you're flexible with your travel dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfare across each month.
You won't have to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll send you an update the moment a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from BTS to SOF.
Lock in the perfect flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from M.R. Stefanik Airport to Sofia Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by arrival and departure times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about M.R. Stefanik Airport (BTS)
When it comes to M.R. Stefanik Airport's on-time performance, 65.09% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
To get to M.R. Stefanik Airport from central Bratislava, it takes around 15 minutes by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 13 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The trip when using public transport typically takes 40 minutes.
Get your travels off to a leisurely start by staying near BTS. Whether you're boarding an early flight from M.R. Stefanik Airport to Sofia Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Arriving at Sofia Airport (SOF)
Book a hotel close to SOF if you're taking a late M.R. Stefanik Airport to Sofia Airport flight. Settle into one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Sofia Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from MEX, Surprice or NU Car Rentals and experience the lesser-explored corners of Sofia and beyond.
Booking your ride from Sofia Airport about one week ahead can help you secure the lowest rate.
Getting from Sofia Airport (SOF) to central Sofia
Sofia Airport is roughly 11 kilometres from the centre of Sofia. Driving there takes about 15 minutes.
Travelling to the centre by public transport takes roughly 35 minutes.
When to fly to Sofia Airport (SOF)
It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from M.R. Stefanik Airport to Sofia Airport. August is the most popular month to head to Sofia. If you want a more low-key vibe, go in April.
Before locking in your flight from M.R. Stefanik Airport to Sofia Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Sofia, with the temperature ranging from 14ºC (57ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from BTS to SOF in January. Average temperatures are between -11ºC (12ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF) then.
Explore more of Bulgaria
Sofia is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of Bulgaria just waiting to be discovered. Around 129 kilometres south-east of Sofia, a visit to Plovdiv will keep you on the move. 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 essential stop in Bulgaria. Experience major highlights starting with Park Asparuhovo - Asparuhovo sea garden, Dormition of theotokos Cathedral and Sunset viewpoint (място за гледане на Залеза).