Travelling from Sofia Airport (SOF) to Belfast: what you need to know
The timezone in Belfast is UTC+0. The city is 2 hours behind Sofia, where Sofia Airport is located.
For stress-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to board your flight from SOF to Belfast.
Travelling during a popular month like August? Major public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer queues at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Consider adding a stopover to possibly find a cheaper flight from SOF to Belfast. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for the departures. Break up the journey at one of these popular options:
Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
Birmingham International Airport (BHX)
Manchester Airport (MAN)
You won't need a visa for United Kingdom if you hold a passport from Bulgaria and are travelling for tourism purposes. Visa and travel documentation requirements are subject to changes. So before reserving your cheap tickets from Sofia Airport to Belfast, check with your airline and your destination country's local embassy or consulate for the latest rules.
Located around 11 kilometres from the centre of Sofia, SOF can be reached in about 16 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport takes roughly 37 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel near SOF? If you're catching an early flight from Sofia Airport to Belfast, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
How to find the cheapest flights from Sofia Airport (SOF) to Belfast
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Sofia Airport to Belfast is $118. The cheapest price for a return flight is $274. Keep in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap tickets from SOF to Belfast, book as early as you can. Airlines generally offer their best fares when flights are first made available.
If you can be flexible with your travel dates, check out the 'Whole month' tool. It'll find the lowest price in every month when looking for your ticket from Sofia Airport to Belfast.
Sign into your online account or use the app to create a Price Alert. You'll be notified straight away if there's a better deal on this route. It's simple to do, and it'll save you from searching for flight tickets from SOF to Belfast every day.
Play around with the filters to find your ideal trip. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Sofia Airport to Belfast, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by airline, arrival and departure times, and number of stops.
Airports in Belfast
Belfast International Airport (BFS)
Belfast International Airport (BFS) is around 32 kilometres from central Belfast. With a car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is about 31 minutes.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 2 hours and 2 minutes.
Consider booking a hotel near BFS if you're catching a late flight from Sofia Airport to Belfast. Settle into one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD)
The centre of Belfast is located around 8 kilometres from George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD). Once your flight from Sofia Airport to Belfast has touched down and you've made your way through the terminal, expect a drive of around 12 minutes.
Travelling by public transport will take around 22 minutes.
There are some great places to park your luggage (and yourself) near BHD. Kick back and get cosy after your flight from SOF to Belfast at any of these well-located options:
Best time to go to Belfast
August is the busiest month to hop on a flight from Sofia Airport to Belfast while February is the quietest. To work out the best time to visit Belfast, consider the pace you prefer to travel at.
Before locking in your flight from Sofia Airport to Belfast, think about the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Belfast, with temperatures ranging from 10ºC to 19ºC.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from SOF to Belfast in January when temperatures average between 1ºC and 8ºC.
More about Belfast
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best stays in Belfast right here. Explore these hotels once you've locked in your flight from Sofia Airport to Belfast:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be hard to know where to start. Titanic Belfast, Crumlin Road Gaol Visitor Attraction and Conference Centre and Botanic Gardens are top sights which should feature on every Belfast itinerary.
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