Flying from Birmingham International Airport (BHX) to Varna Airport (VAR): what you need to know
Varna's timezone is UTC+2, making Varna two hours ahead of Birmingham.
To ensure you catch your BHX to VAR flight, leave plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
During popular months such as June, you'll want to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight when you fly during peak periods in general.
If you want to add a stop to your trip, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Birmingham International Airport to Varna Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between BHX and VAR:
Sofia Airport
Istanbul Ataturk Airport
Vaclav Havel Airport Prague
How to find the cheapest flights from Birmingham International Airport (BHX) to Varna Airport (VAR)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Birmingham International Airport to Varna Airport flight is 58 €. A round-trip ticket right now is 130 €. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from BHX to VAR if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird deals.
Finding cheap flights from Birmingham International Airport to Varna Airport is easier if you're flexible with your travel plans. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the lowest prices across every month and bag a great deal.
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Handy information about Birmingham International Airport (BHX)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Birmingham International Airport, 65.48% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
Birmingham International Airport is about 24 kilometres from central Birmingham. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The trip when using public transport will take about 50 minutes.
Get your break off to a leisurely start by staying near BHX. Whether you have an early flight from Birmingham International Airport to Varna Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays are perfect:
Arriving at Varna Airport (VAR)
If you're landing on a late Birmingham International Airport to Varna Airport flight, few things top the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed not long after at one of these accommodation options near VAR:
Pick up a Varna Airport rental car and discover Varna and beyond with your own wheels. EasyRentBulgaria, Top Rent a Car and Goldcar are popular providers to choose from here.
For the lowest price, book your ride from Varna Airport about four weeks in advance.
Getting from Varna Airport (VAR) to central Varna
From Varna Airport, Varna is approximately 10 kilometres away. It takes around 15 minutes to reach the centre by car.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey of about 30 minutes.
When to fly to Varna Airport (VAR)
July is the busiest month for flights from Birmingham International Airport to Varna Airport. For smaller crowds, go to Varna in April.
The warmest month in Varna is August, with the temperature ranging between 18ºC (64ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF). Book your flights from Birmingham International Airport to Varna Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Search for cheap tickets from BHX to VAR in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -4ºC (25ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF) on average.
Explore more of Bulgaria
You've done Varna, now it's time to discover other parts of Bulgaria. Travel about 386 kilometres west to Sofia to tick off its leading sights. From National Palace of Culture to Boyana Church and City Garden, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
If you're looking to explore another major stop in Bulgaria, consider Plovdiv, roughly 290 kilometres south-west of Varna. Plovdiv Old Town, Plovdiv Roman Theatre and Archaelogical Complex Nebet Tepe are among the biggest draws.