Flying from Sofia Airport (SOF) to Sarajevo International Airport (SJJ): what you need to know
Sarajevo's timezone is UTC+1, which makes Sarajevo one hour behind Sofia.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Be at the airport on time to catch your SOF to SJJ flight.
During popular months like August, it's best to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're flying during a high season in general.
If you'd like to break up your flight, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Sofia Airport to Sarajevo International Airport. These are the top stopovers between SOF and SJJ:
Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport
Istanbul Ataturk Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Sofia Airport (SOF) to Sarajevo International Airport (SJJ)
Right now, 67 € is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Sofia Airport to Sarajevo International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is 144 €. Remember that fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from SOF to SJJ if you book ahead. Airlines often have some excellent early bird deals.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Sofia Airport to Sarajevo International Airport throughout the entire month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your plans are flexible.
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Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Sofia Airport to Sarajevo International Airport.
Handy information about Sofia Airport (SOF)
66.73% of flights taking off from Sofia Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
To reach Sofia Airport from central Sofia, it'll take about 15 minutes by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 11 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The trip on public transport takes roughly 35 minutes.
Looking for a handy hotel near SOF? If you're catching an early flight from Sofia Airport to Sarajevo International Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from check-in:
Arriving at Sarajevo International Airport (SJJ)
The last thing you need is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're landing late on a Sofia Airport to Sarajevo International Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near SJJ instead:
Grab a Sarajevo International Airport rental car and discover Sarajevo and beyond with your own wheels. 387rentacar, Carwiz and Goldcar are popular outlets you can book with here.
Booking your ride from Sarajevo International Airport around four weeks in advance can help you get the lowest rate.
Getting from Sarajevo International Airport (SJJ) to central Sarajevo
Sarajevo International Airport is roughly 8 kilometres from the centre of Sarajevo. The drive time takes around 20 minutes.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 55 minutes.
When to fly to Sarajevo International Airport (SJJ)
The quietest month for a flight from Sofia Airport to Sarajevo International Airport is April, while July is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to go to Sarajevo based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Book your flight from Sofia Airport to Sarajevo International Airport for August if you want to go to Sarajevo during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 12ºC (54ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF).
January has average temperatures of between -11ºC (12ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF). Search for cheap tickets from SOF to SJJ sometime around then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of Bosnia and Herzegovina
Banja Luka is just one of the many cities in Bosnia and Herzegovina waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Sarajevo. Around 137 kilometres away to the north-west, top sights here include Ferhadija Mosque, Mladen Stojanovic Park and Banj brdo.
Around 56 kilometres north-west of Sarajevo, Zenica is another essential stop in Bosnia and Herzegovina. No visit is complete without checking out Setaliste babina rijeka, Konjska Česma and Nišani.