Travelling from London Southend Airport (SEN) to Sofia Airport (SOF): what you need to know
Sofia is two hours ahead of London and is in the UTC+2 timezone.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably catch your SEN to SOF flight.
During popular months like September, 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 travel during a high season in general.
We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from London Southend Airport to Sofia Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Stopovers between SEN and SOF include:
Charles de Gaulle Airport
Palma de Mallorca Airport
Malaga Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from London Southend Airport (SEN) to Sofia Airport (SOF)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way London Southend Airport to Sofia Airport flight is RM287. A return fare is currently RM599. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from SEN to SOF if you book early. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird rates.
Getting cheap flights from London Southend Airport to Sofia Airport is easy if you can be flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' function to see the lowest fares throughout the month and land a great deal.
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Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from London Southend Airport to Sofia Airport.
Handy information about London Southend Airport (SEN)
Of all flights departing from London Southend Airport, 77.91% land on time at their destination.
To get to London Southend Airport from central London, it'll take about 1 hour 10 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 64 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Catching public transport? Expect a journey time of around 1 hour 45 minutes.
Have an early flight from London Southend Airport to Sofia Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these stays near SEN:
Arriving at Sofia Airport (SOF)
If you're landing on a late London Southend Airport to Sofia Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping shortly after at one of these accommodation options near SOF:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Sofia Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from MEX, Surprice or NU Car Rentals and explore beyond Sofia's main sights.
Reserving your vehicle from Sofia Airport around one week ahead boosts your odds of scoring a great price.
Getting from Sofia Airport (SOF) to central Sofia
Sofia Airport to central Sofia has a drive time of around 15 minutes. It's approximately 11 kilometres away.
Getting there by public transport typically takes 35 minutes.
When to fly to Sofia Airport (SOF)
It's time to plan your dates for your flight from London Southend Airport to Sofia Airport. August is the most popular month to head to Sofia. If you like a more laid-back vibe, go in April.
The warmest month in Sofia is August, with the temperature ranging between 14ºC (57ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Book your flights from London Southend Airport to Sofia Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
January has average temperatures of between -11ºC (12ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF). Look for cheap tickets from SEN to SOF around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Bulgaria
You've visited Sofia, now it's time to discover more of Bulgaria. Journey about 129 kilometres south-east to Plovdiv to tick off its top sights. From Plovdiv Old Town to Plovdiv Roman Theatre and Archaelogical Complex Nebet Tepe, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Around 386 kilometres east of Sofia, Varna is another essential stop in Bulgaria. Start your sightseeing at Park Asparuhovo - Asparuhovo sea garden, Dormition of theotokos Cathedral and Sunset viewpoint (място за гледане на Залеза).