Flying from Sofia Airport (SOF) to Bucharest Otopeni Airport (OTP): what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from Sofia Airport to Bucharest Otopeni Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 1 hour.
Sofia and Bucharest follow the same timezone, UTC+2.
Each week, there are ten Sofia Airport to Bucharest Otopeni Airport flights.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to board your SOF to OTP flight.
Be prepared for longer lines during popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
Getting to Bucharest (and then discovering more of Romania!) is a snap with TAROM. This popular carrier offers direct flights from Sofia Airport to Bucharest Otopeni Airport.
TAROM is the airline most travellers choose for this route.
TAROM is the most punctual carrier that offers SOF to OTP flights.
If you'd like to explore another city along the way, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Sofia Airport to Bucharest Otopeni Airport. Here are the top stopovers between SOF and OTP:
Istanbul Airport
Vienna Airport
Crete Chania Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Sofia Airport (SOF) to Bucharest Otopeni Airport (OTP)
Right now, RM167 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Sofia Airport to Bucharest Otopeni Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is RM417. Keep in mind that fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from SOF to OTP if you book early. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird rates.
May is the cheapest month for flights from Sofia Airport to Bucharest Otopeni Airport. If you'd like to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices across every month.
Save time looking for cheap flights from SOF to OTP by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when a new low fare is offered.
Select your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Sofia Airport to Bucharest Otopeni Airport.
Handy information about Sofia Airport (SOF)
77% of flights departing from Sofia Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
Sofia Airport is about 10 kilometres from central Sofia. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Catching public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 30 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Sofia Airport to Bucharest Otopeni Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays close to SOF:
Arriving at Bucharest Otopeni Airport (OTP)
Consider staying in a hotel close to OTP if you're taking a late Sofia Airport to Bucharest Otopeni Airport flight. Settle into one of these options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Travel at your own speed with a Bucharest Otopeni Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Klass Wagen, Pricecarz or Surprice and discover more of Bucharest and beyond.
Reserving your vehicle from Bucharest Otopeni Airport around one week ahead can help you secure the lowest rate.
Getting from Bucharest Otopeni Airport (OTP) to central Bucharest
Bucharest Otopeni Airport to central Bucharest has a drive time of about 30 minutes. It's approximately 16 kilometres away.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 35 minutes.
When to fly to Bucharest Otopeni Airport (OTP)
The quietest month for a flight from Sofia Airport to Bucharest Otopeni Airport is March, while July is the most popular. Choose the best time to visit Bucharest based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
Book your flight from Sofia Airport to Bucharest Otopeni Airport for August if you want to explore Bucharest during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 17ºC (63ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF).
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from SOF to OTP in January. Average temperatures are between -9ºC (16ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF) then.
Explore more of Romania
Bucharest has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of Romania just waiting to be explored. Around 322 kilometres north of Bucharest, a visit to Iasi will keep you on the move. Check out popular attractions like Galata Monastery, The Catholic Cathedral Saint Mary and Monastery of the Three Holy Hierarchs.
If you're eager to discover another major destination in Romania, consider Cluj-Napoca, roughly 322 kilometres north-west of Bucharest. St. Michael's Church, Museum Square and Romanian Orthodox Church of Transfiguration are among its highlights.