Travelling from Sofia Airport (SOF) to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL): what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from Sofia Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 2 hours 40 minutes.
Helsinki's timezone is UTC+2, which is the same as Sofia.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your SOF to HEL flight. 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.
During popular months like August, it's best to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight when you fly during a high season in general.
Norwegian Air Sweden offers direct flights from Sofia Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to check out the sights in Helsinki — and maybe even more of Finland if time allows.
Norwegian Air Sweden has the highest passenger demand on this route.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Sofia Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or even explore someplace new along the way. Here's where you can stop between SOF and HEL:
Frederic Chopin Airport
Riga International Airport
Franz Josef Strauss Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Sofia Airport (SOF) to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL)
Currently, RM171 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Sofia Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is RM409. Keep in mind that fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Book seven months before you travel. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap tickets from SOF to HEL.
The cheapest month for flights from Sofia Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have flexible dates.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from SOF to HEL by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when a lower fare pops up.
Tailor your flights using filters. Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Sofia Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport.
Handy information about Sofia Airport (SOF)
66.73% of flights that leave from Sofia Airport make it to their destination on time.
To get to Sofia Airport from central Sofia, it takes about 15 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 11 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The trip when using public transport usually takes 35 minutes.
Need a convenient hotel close to SOF? If you're catching an early flight from Sofia Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL)
If you have a late Sofia Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these accommodation options near HEL:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Helsinki-Vantaa Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Green Motion, Alamo or addCar to explore Helsinki and beyond.
Lock in the lowest price by booking your vehicle from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport about two weeks in advance of your trip.
Getting from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL) to central Helsinki
Helsinki-Vantaa Airport is approximately 19 kilometres from central Helsinki. Driving there takes about 30 minutes.
It takes roughly 45 minutes to get there by public transport.
When to fly to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL)
The quietest month for a flight from Sofia Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport is February, while June is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to go to Helsinki based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Book your flight from Sofia Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport for July if you want to visit Helsinki during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 12ºC (54ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from SOF to HEL in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -12ºC (10ºF) and 3ºC (37ºF) on average.
Explore more of Finland
Espoo is just one of the many cities in Finland waiting to be explored after you've seen Helsinki. Around 16 kilometres away to the west, its best attractions include Kannusilta riverside walk, Leijonapuisto and Olarsängen.
Around 161 kilometres north-west of Helsinki, Tampere is another essential stop in Finland. Start your sightseeing at Tampere Cathedral, Pyynikki Observation Tower and Moomin Museum.