Flying from Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) to Sofia Airport (SOF): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Sofia Airport is 2 hours 50 minutes.
Sofia's timezone is UTC+2, which makes Sofia one hour ahead of Barcelona.
Take your pick of 12 weekly Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Sofia Airport flights. The 06:00 departure with Ryanair is the earliest you can take. Wizz Air operates the last service of the day at 22:15.
To ensure you catch your BCN to SOF flight, leave enough time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
During popular months such as July, it's best to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're travelling during a peak period in general.
You'll find a range of airlines offering direct flights from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Sofia Airport. When you're ready to kick off your Sofia adventure, let one of these carriers take you to this popular corner of Bulgaria:
The airline that tops the list for bookings on this route is Bulgaria Air.
The most punctual carrier offering BCN to SOF flights is Ryanair. Its services arrive as planned 71.19% of the time.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Sofia Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or enjoy a detour to a new and interesting place. Check out these options between BCN and SOF:
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport
Palma de Mallorca Airport
Milano Malpensa Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) to Sofia Airport (SOF)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Sofia Airport flight is 23 €. A return ticket right now is 45 €. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
To pick up cheap tickets from BCN to SOF, reserve your journey five months before your departure.
April is the cheapest month for flights from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Sofia Airport. If you need to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares across every month.
You won't have to check back in every day to see if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from BCN to SOF.
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Handy information about Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Barcelona-El Prat Airport, 79.12% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
To get to Barcelona-El Prat Airport from central Barcelona, it takes about 25 minutes by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 18 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The journey on public transport takes roughly 35 minutes.
Looking for a handy hotel close to BCN? If you've booked an early flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Sofia Airport, these stays will put you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Sofia Airport (SOF)
Consider staying in a hotel close to SOF if you're on a late Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Sofia Airport flight. Select one of these options and skip the long transfer after landing:
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 top outlets you can book with here.
Booking your vehicle from Sofia Airport about one week in advance can help you secure the lowest rate.
Getting from Sofia Airport (SOF) to central Sofia
Sofia Airport to the centre of Sofia has a drive time of about 15 minutes. It's approximately 11 kilometres away.
Getting to the centre on public transport takes roughly 35 minutes.
When to fly to Sofia Airport (SOF)
It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Sofia Airport. August is the busiest month to visit Sofia. If you'd like a quieter vibe, go in April.
When booking your flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Sofia Airport, consider the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Sofia, with temperatures ranging from 14ºC (57ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from BCN 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 places in Bulgaria waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Sofia. Around 129 kilometres away to the south-east, check out popular attractions including Plovdiv Old Town, Plovdiv Roman Theatre and Archaelogical Complex Nebet Tepe.
Around 386 kilometres east of Sofia, Varna is another essential stop in Bulgaria. Start your sightseeing at Park Asparuhovo - Asparuhovo sea garden, Dormition of theotokos Cathedral and Sunset viewpoint (място за гледане на Залеза).