Travelling from Sofia Airport (SOF) to Colombo: what you need to know
Colombo is 3 hours 30 minutes ahead of Sofia, where Sofia Airport is located. Colombo operates on the UTC+5:30 timezone.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to catch your flight from SOF to Colombo.
During popular months such as August, you'll want to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're travelling during peak periods in general.
We make it simple to find a flight from SOF to Colombo that includes a stopover. To see the options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply choose a flight offering a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Top stopovers include:
Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV)
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Dubai Airport (DXB)
You will need an e-visa for Sri Lanka if you hold a passport from Bulgaria and are travelling for tourism purposes. Travel documentation and visa requirements can be subject to change. So before booking your cheap ticket from Sofia Airport to Colombo, check with your airline and your destination country's local consulate or embassy for up-to-date information.
Located around 11 kilometres from the centre of Sofia, SOF can be reached in about 16 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport will take roughly 37 minutes.
Need a convenient hotel near SOF? If you've booked an early flight from Sofia Airport to Colombo, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
How to find the cheapest flights from Sofia Airport (SOF) to Colombo
$529 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Sofia Airport to Colombo. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $1,116. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares may change.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from SOF to Colombo if you book early. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird deals.
If you can be flexible with your travel plans, check out the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the lowest price across the month when searching for your ticket from Sofia Airport to Colombo.
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Airports in Colombo
Colombo Ratmalana Airport (RML)
Colombo Ratmalana Airport (RML) is around 16 kilometres from central Colombo. With a cab or in your own car rental, the drive is about 39 minutes.
Travelling on public transport typically takes 1 hour and 16 minutes.
Book a hotel near RML if you're catching a late flight from Sofia Airport to Colombo. Choose one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)
Central Colombo is about 32 kilometres from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB). As soon as your flight from Sofia Airport to Colombo has landed and you've navigated your way to arrivals, the drive should take about 39 minutes.
If you're catching public transport, it'll take about 1 hour and 31 minutes.
After your flight from SOF to Colombo, kick back at a hotel near CMB. These are some great options that'll help you switch to relaxation mode:
Best time to go to Colombo
Before booking your flights from Sofia Airport to Colombo, consider which time of year works best for you. High season in Colombo offers a vibrant atmosphere and plenty to do, while the off-season brings cheaper hotel deals and smaller crowds.
The warmest month in Colombo is March, with the temperature ranging between 24ºC and 33ºC. Book your flights from Sofia Airport to Colombo in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Search for cheap flights from SOF to Colombo in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 22ºC and 32ºC on average.
More about Colombo
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Colombo right here. Check out these hotels once you've locked in your flight from Sofia Airport to Colombo:
Gangaramaya Temple and Independence Square & Independence Memorial Hall are just the start of the big attractions to put on your Colombo itinerary. Keep the sightseeing going at Viharamahadevi Park.
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