Flying from Sofia Airport (SOF) to Heraklion Airport (HER): what you need to know
Expect to be in the air for 1 hour 31 minutes. That's the average duration of a direct flight from Sofia Airport to Heraklion Airport. Sofia and Heraklion share the same timezone — UTC+2.
You can expect bigger queues during popular months such as August and other peak periods. Arriving up to fours hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will give you ample time for security and boarding.
Getting to Heraklion (and then seeing more of Greece!) is a breeze with Wizz Air. This popular carrier has direct flights from Sofia Airport to Heraklion Airport.
If you want a stopover for your flight from Sofia Airport to Heraklion Airport, just deselect 'Direct flights only' and look through your options. These are the most popular stopovers between SOF and HER:
Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport
Larnaca International Airport
Before getting your cheap ticket from SOF to HER, check whether you need a visa to enter Greece. Travel document and visa requirements may vary and are updated often. To get the latest information, get in touch with the nearest embassy or consulate of the country you're flying to.
How to find the cheapest flights from Sofia Airport (SOF) to Heraklion Airport (HER)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Sofia Airport to Heraklion Airport is $101. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $182. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
Get cheap flight tickets from SOF to HER by booking 1 month ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for picking up a bargain.
Plan your trip for September. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Sofia Airport to Heraklion Airport. If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across every month.
Create a Price Alert for cheap flight tickets from SOF to HER. You don't need to search every day to find out if airfares have fallen. We'll notify you the moment the price changes.
Play around with filters to find the ideal trip for you. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Sofia Airport to Heraklion Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by departure and arrival times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about Sofia Airport (SOF)
The journey from central Sofia to Sofia Airport takes about 37 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a cab, you'll cover the 11 kilometres in 16 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Want a relaxed start to your break? Stay near SOF. Whether you've booked an early flight from Sofia Airport to Heraklion Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
Arriving at Heraklion Airport (HER)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Sofia Airport to Heraklion Airport. Reserve one of these accommodation options near HER instead:
Getting from Heraklion Airport (HER) to central Heraklion
Heraklion Airport to the centre of Heraklion is around 9 minutes by car. It's approximately 3 kilometres away. See what options are available, such as cabs, car rentals or ride-sharing.
Travelling on public transport typically takes 15 minutes.
When to fly to Heraklion Airport (HER)
August is the most popular month for flights from Sofia Airport to Heraklion Airport. To escape the crowds, head to Heraklion in February.
When booking your flight from Sofia Airport to Heraklion Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Heraklion, with the temperature ranging from 20ºC to 33ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between 7ºC and 16ºC. Search for cheap flight tickets from SOF to HER sometime then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Heraklion
Start your Heraklion trip right by finding an amazing place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from SOF to HER, check out our selection of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be tricky to know where to begin. Heraklion Archaeological Museum, Venetian Walls and Tomb of Nikos Kazantzakis and Koules Fortress are popular attractions which should be on any well-planned Heraklion itinerary.
Complete your Heraklion trip with hotels and a car rental
We've got more party tricks up our sleeve than just comparing flights. Once you've booked your cheap ticket to Heraklion Airport, browse our great car rental offers that'll give you the flexibility to see the sights at your own pace. Next, take a look at our exclusive rates for hotels to find the perfect Heraklion stay.