Flying from Sofia Airport (SOF) to Varna Airport (VAR): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Sofia Airport to Varna Airport is 50 minutes.
Varna's timezone is UTC+2, which is the same as Sofia.
Take your pick of 12 weekly Sofia Airport to Varna Airport flights. The 06:40 departure with Bulgaria Air is the earliest you can take. Bulgaria Air operates the last service of the day at 20:45.
For a smooth journey, turn up 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 VAR flight.
You can expect longer queues during popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
Getting to Varna (and then exploring more of Bulgaria!) is a cinch with Bulgaria Air. This popular airline has direct flights from Sofia Airport to Varna Airport.
The majority of travellers choose to fly with Bulgaria Air on this route.
Bulgaria Air is the most punctual carrier offering SOF to VAR flights. An exceptional 83.33% of its departures on this route arrive on time.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Sofia Airport to Varna Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Stopovers between SOF and VAR include:
Istanbul Airport
Vienna Airport
London Luton Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Sofia Airport (SOF) to Varna Airport (VAR)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Sofia Airport to Varna Airport flight is RM325. A round-trip plane ticket right now is RM505. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
Book one month before you travel. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap tickets from SOF to VAR.
June is the cheapest month for flights from Sofia Airport to Varna Airport. If you prefer to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest airfares across every month.
Landing cheap flights from SOF to VAR is a cinch with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you as soon as fares go down.
Pick your preferred 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 Varna Airport.
Handy information about Sofia Airport (SOF)
When it comes to Sofia Airport's on-time performance, 77% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
Central Sofia to Sofia Airport is approximately 10 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 25 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving.
The journey on public transport takes about 30 minutes.
Get your trip off to a stress-free start by staying near SOF. Whether you've booked an early flight from Sofia Airport to Varna Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Arriving at Varna Airport (VAR)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a Sofia Airport to Varna Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near VAR instead:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Varna Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from EasyRentBulgaria, Top Rent a Car or Goldcar and explore beyond Varna's main sights.
To get the lowest price, book your ride from Varna Airport about four weeks before you set off.
When to fly to Varna Airport (VAR)
It's time to pick your dates for your flight from Sofia Airport to Varna Airport. August is the busiest month to visit Varna. If you prefer a more relaxed vibe, go in March.
Book your flight from Sofia Airport to Varna Airport for August if you'd like to visit Varna during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 18ºC (64ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from SOF to VAR in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -4ºC (25ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF) on average.
Explore more of Bulgaria
You've visited Varna, now it's time to explore more of Bulgaria. Travel around 386 kilometres west to Sofia to check off its popular sights. From Boyana Church to National Historical Museum and Cathedral of the Dormition, your itinerary will be busy.
If you're ready to explore another side of Bulgaria, head for Plovdiv, roughly 290 kilometres south-west of Varna. Plovdiv Roman Theatre, Municipal Institute "Ancient Plovdiv" and Museum Centre for Contemporary History are the start of reasons to visit.