Flying from Warsaw to Sofia Airport (SOF): What you need to know
Get your holiday planning underway by working out where you'll take off for your flight from Warsaw to Sofia Airport (SOF). Warsaw Chopin Airport (WAW) and Warsaw Modlin Airport (WMI) are the two main airports in Warsaw.
2 hours 5 minutes is the average journey time for a direct Warsaw to Sofia Airport flight.
Sofia is one hour ahead of Warsaw. Sofia Airport is located in Sofia, which operates on the UTC+2 timezone.
With 17 direct weekly flights between the two airports, Warsaw Chopin Airport (WAW) to Sofia Airport (SOF) is the busiest route. LOT - Polish Airlines operates the earliest flight at 10:45am. If you prefer to get more out of your day before jetting off, the latest flight from WAW to SOF is with LOT - Polish Airlines at 10:55pm.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably catch your flight from Warsaw to SOF.
You'll want to head there even earlier during popular months like September. Aim for two hours before domestic departures and up to four hours for international journeys. After checking in, you can use any extra time to relax or go over your itinerary.
Airports in Warsaw
Warsaw Chopin Airport (WAW)
You can find a direct flight from Warsaw to Sofia Airport (SOF) out of Warsaw Chopin Airport (WAW).
LOT - Polish Airlines is a well-known carrier that offers direct flights from Warsaw to Sofia Airport jetting out of WAW.
Most travellers choose to fly with LOT from WAW to SOF.
With a reliable 87.29% of services arriving as planned, LOT is the leading carrier for punctuality on this route.
Located around 10 kilometres from central Warsaw, WAW can be reached in about 25 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport will take roughly 25 minutes.
Searching for a comfortable hotel close to Warsaw Chopin Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Warsaw to Sofia Airport, these accommodation options will put you just around the corner from the terminal:
80% of flights departing from Warsaw Chopin Airport land at their destination on time. With its strong on-time performance, disruptions are unlikely when setting off from WAW.
Warsaw Modlin Airport (WMI)
Planning to leave from Warsaw Modlin Airport (WMI)? Direct Warsaw to Sofia Airport (SOF) plane tickets are available from this popular hub.
You can board a direct flight from Warsaw to SOF with Ryanair. This is one of the main carriers operating this route out of WMI.
Ryanair is the go-to airline for bookings on the WMI to SOF route.
WMI is around 40 kilometres from central Warsaw. It takes 40 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 50 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before boarding your Warsaw to SOF flight? Check in to a hotel near Warsaw Modlin Airport before your trip officially starts. These stays have a room with your name on it:
Warsaw Radom Airport (RDO)
Whether just for a couple of hours or a weekend, a stopover can make your entire trip feel a bit less hectic. When flying out of Warsaw Radom Airport (RDO), you can book a plane ticket from Warsaw to Sofia Airport (SOF) with a stop at Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport (FCO).
RDO is roughly 97 kilometres from central Warsaw. The drive from the city centre to the airport takes about 1 hour 15 minutes. If you're thinking about using public transport, expect a journey of around 2 hours.
Make catching an early Warsaw to Sofia Airport flight the easiest part of your journey. Book a room at one of these hotels near Warsaw Radom Airport and get to your boarding gate without rushing:
With 100% of its departing flights arriving without delays, RDO is a reliable starting point for your adventure.
About Sofia Airport (SOF)
Reserve a hotel near SOF if you're catching a late flight from Warsaw to Sofia Airport. Pick one of these accommodation options and say goodnight sooner:
For the lowest price, reserve your ride around one week ahead of your Warsaw to Sofia Airport flight.
Getting from Sofia Airport (SOF) to central Sofia
From Sofia Airport, central Sofia is around 10 kilometres away. It takes about 25 minutes to get to the city centre by car.
Travelling by public transport takes around 30 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Warsaw to Sofia Airport (SOF)
RM68 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Warsaw to Sofia Airport. Return flights start at RM136. These fares may change based on availability.
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The best time to fly from Warsaw to Sofia Airport (SOF)
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Warsaw to Sofia Airport (SOF). July is the peak month for travel to Sofia. If crowds aren't your thing, head there in December.
Lock in a Warsaw to SOF plane ticket departing in August if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Sofia to range from 13ºC (55ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from Warsaw to Sofia Airport in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -11ºC (12ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF).
More about Sofia
Start your Sofia trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Warsaw to Sofia Airport, check out our selection of accommodation options including:
Your trip to Sofia should come with a bit of sightseeing. Highlights worth exploring include Boyana Church, National Historical Museum and Cathedral of the Dormition.
Explore more of Bulgaria
Sofia is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of Bulgaria you'll want to see. About 129 kilometres southeast of Sofia, a trip to Plovdiv will keep you on the move. Start with leading sights like Plovdiv Roman Theatre, Municipal Institute "Ancient Plovdiv" and Museum Centre for Contemporary History.
Stara Zagora is another standout destination in Bulgaria and is around 193 kilometres east of Sofia. No journey is complete without seeing Antique's mosaic, State Opera Stara Zagora and Stara Zagora Art Gallery.