Travelling from Hamburg to Sofia Airport (SOF): What you need to know
Start your holiday planning by working out where you'll catch your flight from Hamburg to Sofia Airport (SOF). Hamburg Airport (HAM) and Luebeck-Blankensee Airport (LBC) are Hamburg's main airports.
Expect to be in the air for 2 hours 30 minutes. On average, that's the time it takes for a direct Hamburg to Sofia Airport flight.
Sofia is one hour ahead of Hamburg. Sofia Airport is located in Sofia, which runs on the UTC+2 timezone.
You can pick from 3 direct services every week between Hamburg Airport (HAM) and Sofia Airport (SOF). This is the most popular route, with Wizz Air offering a 9:15am departure from HAM to SOF.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Hamburg to SOF. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.
High season means busier airports, so aim to get there even earlier. Give yourself at least two hours before a domestic flight and four hours for international journeys to keep to your schedule.
Airports in Hamburg
Hamburg Airport (HAM)
You can take a direct flight from Hamburg to Sofia Airport (SOF) leaving from Hamburg Airport (HAM).
You can lock in a direct flight from Hamburg to Sofia Airport with Wizz Air. This top carrier operates services from HAM.
Wizz Air ranks first in bookings for flights from HAM to SOF.
Wizz Air is the best performing carrier for punctuality on this route.
Located around 11 kilometres from the centre of Hamburg, HAM can be reached in about 30 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport will take roughly 1 hour 25 minutes.
In search of a convenient hotel near Hamburg Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Hamburg to Sofia Airport, these stays will put you conveniently close to check-in:
Of all flights leaving Hamburg Airport, 75.01% land on schedule at their destination.
Luebeck-Blankensee Airport (LBC)
You can arrive at LBC from central Hamburg in approximately 1 hour by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 30 minutes to travel the 80 kilometres or so.
Get a head start on your holiday with an extra night away from home. Before your Hamburg to SOF flight, kick back in one of these hotels near Luebeck-Blankensee Airport:
About Sofia Airport (SOF)
Have a late flight from Hamburg to Sofia Airport? Don't let it hijack your sleep schedule. Check in to one of these hotels near SOF and turn in quicker:
Grab a Sofia Airport rental car and explore Sofia and beyond with your own set of wheels. MEX, Surprice and NU Car Rentals are leading providers you can book with here.
Secure the lowest price by reserving your ride around one week before your Hamburg to Sofia Airport flight.
Getting from Sofia Airport (SOF) to central Sofia
Sofia Airport is around 11 kilometres from central Sofia. It takes around 15 minutes or so to get to the city by car.
It takes around 35 minutes if you're using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Hamburg to Sofia Airport (SOF)
Right now, 30 € is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Hamburg to Sofia Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is 57 €. Remember fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Lock in cheap flights from Hamburg to SOF by booking one month ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for picking up a bargain.
The best month for landing cheap Hamburg to Sofia Airport tickets is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare flight prices, then select the dates with the lowest fares.
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The best time to fly from Hamburg to Sofia Airport (SOF)
April is the quietest month for flights from Hamburg to Sofia Airport (SOF), while August is the busiest. Pick the best time to visit Sofia based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.
Lock in a Hamburg to SOF plane ticket departing in August if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Sofia to range from 14ºC (57ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).
January has temperatures of between -11ºC (12ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF). Search for cheap tickets from Hamburg to Sofia Airport around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Sofia
Start your Sofia trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Hamburg to Sofia Airport, browse our range of accommodation options including:
Free Sofia Tour and Boyana Church are just two of the popular attractions to put on your Sofia to-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at National Historical Museum.
Explore more of Bulgaria
You've visited Sofia, now it's time to discover other corners of Bulgaria. Travel about 129 kilometres south-east to Plovdiv to check off its leading sights. From Plovdiv Old Town to Plovdiv Roman Theatre and Ancient Plovdiv Municipal Institute, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Stara Zagora is another sought-after destination in Bulgaria and is around 193 kilometres east of Sofia. No trip is complete without visiting Парк „5-и октомври“ (Градската градина), Zagorka Lake and The Zelen Klin Park.