Travelling from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Varna Airport (VAR): what you need to know
Varna's timezone is UTC+2, making Varna ten hours ahead of San Francisco.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to board your SFO to VAR flight.
Flying during a peak time like July? Public holidays and other high seasons can result in longer queues at check-in and security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Break up your flight or explore another city along the way with a stopover. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to see your options when searching for tickets from San Francisco International Airport to Varna Airport. Many passengers pass through Istanbul Airport on this route.
How to find the cheapest flights from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Varna Airport (VAR)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way San Francisco International Airport to Varna Airport flight is 430 €. A round-trip plane ticket right now is 639 €. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
It's usually best to book in advance if you want to get cheap tickets from SFO to VAR. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
If you can be flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll find the lowest price in each month when looking for a flight from San Francisco International Airport to Varna Airport.
There's no need to check every day to see if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll update you as soon as there's a new deal on cheap flights from SFO to VAR.
Lock in the right flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from San Francisco International Airport to Varna Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by arrival and departure times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
When it comes to the on-time performance of San Francisco International Airport, data shows 78% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
To get to San Francisco International Airport from central San Francisco, it'll take about 25 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 21 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The trip on public transport usually takes 35 minutes.
Looking for a handy hotel near SFO? If you've booked an early flight from San Francisco International Airport to Varna Airport, these stays will have you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Varna Airport (VAR)
Consider booking a hotel near VAR if you're on a late San Francisco International Airport to Varna Airport flight. Settle into one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Varna Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from EasyRentBulgaria, Top Rent a Car or Goldcar and explore beyond Varna's usual tourist stops.
Reserving your ride from Varna Airport about four weeks ahead increases your chances of getting a good deal.
Getting from Varna Airport (VAR) to central Varna
From Varna Airport, Varna is approximately 8 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to drive to the centre.
Travelling to the centre on public transport takes roughly 30 minutes.
When to fly to Varna Airport (VAR)
It's time to plan your dates for your flight from San Francisco International Airport to Varna Airport. August is the most popular month to head to Varna. If you prefer a more low-key vibe, go in March.
Before locking in your flight from San Francisco International Airport to Varna Airport, think about the type of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Varna, with the temperature ranging from 18ºC (64ºF) to 31ºC (88ºF).
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from SFO to VAR in January. Temperatures average between -4ºC (25ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF) then.
Explore more of Bulgaria
Sofia is just one of the many places in Bulgaria waiting to be explored after you've experienced Varna. Around 386 kilometres away to the west, popular attractions include Boyana Church, National Historical Museum and Cathedral of the Dormition.
Plovdiv is another well-known destination in Bulgaria and is around 290 kilometres south-west of Varna. No trip is complete without dropping by Plovdiv Roman Theatre, Municipal Institute "Ancient Plovdiv" and Museum Centre for Contemporary History.
