Travelling from Sofia Airport (SOF) to Joao Paulo II Airport (PDL): what you need to know
The timezone in Ponta Delgada is UTC-1, which is three hours behind Sofia.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Make sure you're at the airport on time to catch your SOF to PDL flight.
Be prepared for bigger queues during popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Sofia Airport to Joao Paulo II Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Here are some options between SOF and PDL:
Frankfurt Airport
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport
Lisbon Portela Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Sofia Airport (SOF) to Joao Paulo II Airport (PDL)
109 € is currently the lowest price for a one-way Sofia Airport to Joao Paulo II Airport flight. A return flight starts from 237 €. These prices can change depending on demand and availability.
To score cheap tickets from SOF to PDL, book in advance. Airlines usually offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first made available.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Sofia Airport to Joao Paulo II Airport throughout the entire month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your travel dates aren't set in stone.
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Tailor your trip using filters. Select your departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Sofia Airport to Joao Paulo II Airport.
Handy information about Sofia Airport (SOF)
When it comes to Sofia Airport's on-time performance, data shows 66.73% of flights complete their journey on time.
Sofia Airport is about 11 kilometres from central Sofia. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Taking public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 35 minutes.
Get your journey off to a leisurely start by staying near SOF. Whether you've booked an early flight from Sofia Airport to Joao Paulo II Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays have you covered:
Arriving at Joao Paulo II Airport (PDL)
The last thing you want is a long trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Sofia Airport to Joao Paulo II Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near PDL instead:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Joao Paulo II Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from way 2 azores, ANC AZORES HOLIDAYS or addCar and explore beyond Ponta Delgada's main sights.
For the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Joao Paulo II Airport about one week ahead.
Getting from Joao Paulo II Airport (PDL) to central Ponta Delgada
From Joao Paulo II Airport, Ponta Delgada is approximately 5 kilometres away. It takes around 10 minutes to drive to the centre.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 35 minutes.
When to fly to Joao Paulo II Airport (PDL)
August is the most popular month for flights from Sofia Airport to Joao Paulo II Airport. For a quieter experience, go to Ponta Delgada in February.
Before locking in your flight from Sofia Airport to Joao Paulo II Airport, consider the type of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Ponta Delgada, with temperatures ranging from 20ºC (68ºF) to 24ºC (75ºF).
February sees average temperatures of between 12ºC (54ºF) and 17ºC (63ºF). Search for cheap tickets from SOF to PDL around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Portugal
Lagoa is just one of the many cities in Portugal waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Ponta Delgada. Around 10 kilometres away to the east, its best attractions include Praça Nossa Senhora da Graça, Zona Balnear de Santa Cruz and Núcleo Museológico do Presépio.
Around 177 kilometres north-west of Ponta Delgada, Angra do Heroísmo is another essential stop in Portugal. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Letras de Angra, Palácio dos Condes de Sieuve de Meneses and Porto de Pescas de Porto Judeu.