Flying from Queen Alia International Airport (AMM) to Sofia Airport (SOF): what you need to know
Sofia's timezone is UTC+2, which is the same as Amman.
Leave plenty of time to make your AMM to SOF flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You can expect longer queues during popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will give you ample time for security and boarding.
If you'd like to split up your journey, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Queen Alia International Airport to Sofia Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between AMM and SOF:
Istanbul Ataturk Airport
Ben Gurion International Airport
Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Queen Alia International Airport (AMM) to Sofia Airport (SOF)
Right now, 109 € is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Queen Alia International Airport to Sofia Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is 221 €. Remember that fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from AMM to SOF if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird discounts.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Queen Alia International Airport to Sofia Airport across the month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your dates aren't set in stone.
Getting your hands on cheap flights from AMM to SOF couldn't be easier with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch when a lower fare pops up.
Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Queen Alia International Airport to Sofia Airport.
Handy information about Queen Alia International Airport (AMM)
85.48% of flights departing from Queen Alia International Airport touch down at their destination on schedule. Given its strong performance rating, you're unlikely to be delayed when jetting out of AMM.
To get to Queen Alia International Airport from central Amman, it takes around 45 minutes by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 40 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Have an early flight from Queen Alia International Airport to Sofia Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays near AMM:
Arriving at Sofia Airport (SOF)
If you're coming in on a late Queen Alia International Airport to Sofia Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be resting soon after at one of these accommodation options near SOF:
Pick up a Sofia Airport rental car and discover Sofia and beyond with your own set of wheels. MEX, Surprice and NU Car Rentals are well-known companies to choose from here.
Booking your vehicle from Sofia Airport about one week ahead can help you get the best possible rate.
Getting from Sofia Airport (SOF) to central Sofia
From Sofia Airport, Sofia is approximately 11 kilometres away. It takes around 15 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It takes around 35 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
When to fly to Sofia Airport (SOF)
It's time to work out your dates for your flight from Queen Alia International Airport to Sofia Airport. August is the most popular month to visit Sofia. If you want a more relaxed vibe, go in April.
Before locking in your flight from Queen Alia International Airport to Sofia Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Sofia, with the temperature ranging from 14ºC (57ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from AMM to SOF in January. Average temperatures are between -11ºC (12ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF) then.
Explore more of Bulgaria
Plovdiv is just one of the many cities in Bulgaria waiting to be discovered after you've seen Sofia. Around 129 kilometres away to the south-east, its best attractions include Plovdiv Old Town, Plovdiv Roman Theatre and Archaelogical Complex Nebet Tepe.
Varna is another well-known destination in Bulgaria and is around 386 kilometres east of Sofia. No journey is complete without experiencing Park Asparuhovo - Asparuhovo sea garden, Dormition of theotokos Cathedral and Sunset viewpoint (място за гледане на Залеза).