Travelling from Sofia Airport (SOF) to Mexico City: what you need to know
Sofia Airport is located in Sofia. Based in the UTC-6 timezone, Mexico City is 8 hours behind Sofia.
For hassle-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to board your flight from SOF to Mexico City.
You can expect bigger queues during popular months like August and other peak seasons. Arriving up to fours hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to break up your trip — and maybe even explore a different city. When searching for flights from SOF to Mexico City, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Top options include:
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
You won't need a visa for Mexico if you hold a passport from Bulgaria and are visiting for tourism purposes. Visa and travel documentation requirements are subject to change. So before reserving your cheap tickets from Sofia Airport to Mexico City, be sure to check with your airline and your destination country's local consulate or embassy for the latest information.
SOF is around 11 kilometres from central Sofia. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 16 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the travel time to be approximately 37 minutes.
Planning to catch an early flight from Sofia Airport to Mexico City? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these stays close to SOF:
How to find the cheapest flights from Sofia Airport (SOF) to Mexico City
The best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Sofia Airport to Mexico City is $1,247. The cheapest price for a return flight is $1,413. Bear in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from SOF to Mexico City if you book ahead. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird discounts.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest tickets from Sofia Airport to Mexico City across the entire month. It's the best way to find a bargain if your trip dates are flexible.
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Airports in Mexico City
Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)
Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) is around 8 kilometres from central Mexico City. With your own car rental or if you take a cab, the drive is about 24 minutes.
It'll take around 57 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
Consider booking a hotel near MEX if you're catching a late flight from Sofia Airport to Mexico City. Check in to one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport (NLU)
As soon as your flight from Sofia Airport to Mexico City has hit the tarmac, you can reach the city centre in around 55 minutes by car. Central Mexico City is approximately 40 kilometres from Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport (NLU).
Travelling by public transport will take about 1 hour and 46 minutes.
Villa Granada is a comfortable accommodation option within a short drive of NLU. Make yourself at home here after your flight from SOF to Mexico City and then hang the 'Do not disturb' sign to get some rest.
Best time to go to Mexico City
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Sofia Airport to Mexico City. July is the most popular month to visit Mexico City. If you want a quieter atmosphere, go in April.
Before you book a flight from Sofia Airport to Mexico City, think about the type of weather you enjoy. April is the warmest month in Mexico City, with the temperature ranging from 10ºC to 28ºC.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, lock in a cheap flight from SOF to Mexico City in January when temperatures average between 6ºC and 23ºC.
More about Mexico City
Once you've booked your flight from Sofia Airport to Mexico City, think about where to rest your head in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Mexico City:
Zocalo and Chapultepec Park are just a couple of the top-rated attractions to add to your Mexico City must-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at National Museum of Anthropology.
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