Travelling from Houston to Sofia Airport (SOF): What you need to know
Set your travel plans in motion by working out where you'll board your flight from Houston to Sofia Airport (SOF). George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) and William P. Hobby Airport (HOU) are Houston's main airports.
Sofia is seven hours ahead of Houston. Sofia Airport is located in Sofia, which is in the UTC+2 timezone.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Houston to SOF. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.
If you're travelling during a public holiday or other peak period, give yourself extra time. Get there two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Lines at security and check-in will be longer.
Airports in Houston
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
We make it a piece of cake to find cheap flights from Houston to SOF with a stopover. To explore your options departing from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply pick a flight with a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Top stopovers between IAH and SOF include:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Located around 27 kilometres from central Houston, IAH can be reached in about 20 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport is roughly 50 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Houston to Sofia Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and get a little more snooze time) by staying at one of these hotels near George Bush Intercontinental Airport:
Of all flights leaving George Bush Intercontinental Airport, 78.42% land on time at their destination.
You'll find IAH at 16930 JFK Boulevard.
William P. Hobby Airport (HOU)
HOU is around 19 kilometres from central Houston. It'll take you 20 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 1 hour 40 minutes.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before catching your Houston to SOF flight? Check in to a hotel near William P. Hobby Airport before your adventure officially starts. These stays have a room with your name on it:
Flights from William P. Hobby Airport have a proven record for punctuality, with 81.06% of them landing as planned.
The street address for HOU is 7800 Airport Boulevard.
About Sofia Airport (SOF)
If you're arriving on a late flight from Houston to Sofia Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these 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 to explore Sofia and beyond.
Get the best deal by reserving your vehicle around one week ahead of your Houston to Sofia Airport flight.
Getting from Sofia Airport (SOF) to central Sofia
Central Sofia is around 11 kilometres from Sofia Airport and takes about 15 minutes to reach by car. See what your options are for getting into town, whether that's with a cab, car rental or ride-share.
It takes roughly 35 minutes to get there using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Houston to Sofia Airport (SOF)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Houston to Sofia Airport is C$620. For a return flight on this route, the best price is C$816. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares may change.
Booking in advance is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Houston to SOF. Flight prices rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely pay.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest Houston to Sofia Airport tickets across each month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your dates are flexible.
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The best time to fly from Houston to Sofia Airport (SOF)
August is the most popular month for flights from Houston to Sofia Airport (SOF). Plan your visit to Sofia in April if you prefer a quieter experience.
The warmest month in Sofia is August, with temperatures ranging between 14ºC (57ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Lock in your Houston to SOF flight ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
January sees temperatures of between -11ºC (12ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF). Look for cheap tickets from Houston to Sofia Airport around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Sofia
Start your Sofia trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Houston to Sofia Airport, check out our range of hotels including:
There are plenty of terrific things to do in Sofia when you're ready to get out and sightsee. Start exploring at Free Sofia Tour followed by Boyana Church and National Historical Museum.
Explore more of Bulgaria
Sofia is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of Bulgaria waiting to be discovered. Around 129 kilometres south-east of Sofia, a visit to Plovdiv will keep your itinerary packed. Start with leading sights like Plovdiv Old Town, Plovdiv Roman Theatre and Ancient Plovdiv Municipal Institute.
Stara Zagora is another must-experience destination in Bulgaria and is around 193 kilometres east of Sofia. No journey is complete without visiting Парк „5-и октомври“ (Градската градина), Zagorka Lake and The Zelen Klin Park.
