Flying from Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS) to Sofia Airport (SOF): what you need to know
A direct flight from Lisbon Portela Airport to Sofia Airport takes an average of 3 hours 49 minutes. The timezone in Sofia is UTC+2, so it's 2 hours ahead of Lisbon.
Each week, there are 4 flights from Lisbon Portela Airport to Sofia Airport. If you'd like to get going as soon as possible, take the 06:00 Bulgaria Air flight. If you're keen to make the most of your time before you fly, the last flight from LIS to SOF is 23:05 with Bulgaria Air.
You'll likely experience longer lines in popular months such as June and other peak periods. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
Wizz Air offers direct flights from Lisbon Portela Airport to Sofia Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to tick off the sights in Sofia — plus maybe even more of Bulgaria if you have time.
If you'd like to have a stopover for your flight from Lisbon Portela Airport to Sofia Airport, just deselect 'Direct flights only' and look at all your options. Here are the top stopovers between LIS and SOF:
Milano Malpensa Airport
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport
Franz Josef Strauss Airport
Don't forget, you might need a visa to enter Bulgaria. Visa requirements can differ and travel documentation requirements are always changing. Before locking in your cheap ticket from LIS to SOF, check with your carrier and your destination country's local consulate or embassy for current information.
How to find the cheapest flights from Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS) to Sofia Airport (SOF)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Lisbon Portela Airport to Sofia Airport is C$79. For a return flight on this route, the best price is C$187. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
Book 10 months before your departure date. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap flight tickets from LIS to SOF.
Plan your trip for June. That's the cheapest month for flight tickets from Lisbon Portela Airport to Sofia Airport. If you have flexibility with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest airfare across each month.
Log into your online account or use the app to create a Price Alert. You'll be notified straight away if there's a better deal on this route. It's easy to do, and it'll save you from looking for cheap flight tickets from LIS to SOF every day.
Use filters to find the ideal journey for you. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Lisbon Portela Airport to Sofia Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by departure and arrival times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS)
Traveling from central Lisbon to Lisbon Portela Airport takes approximately 59 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a cab, you'll cover the 10 kilometres in 22 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
After a relaxed start to your vacation? Stay near LIS. Whether you have an early flight from Lisbon Portela Airport to Sofia Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays are ideal:
Arriving at Sofia Airport (SOF)
Consider booking a hotel near SOF if you're on a late flight from Lisbon Portela Airport to Sofia Airport. Settle into one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Getting from Sofia Airport (SOF) to central Sofia
Sofia Airport to the center of Sofia takes around 16 minutes in a car. It's approximately 11 kilometres away. See what options are available, such as car rentals, cabs or ride-sharing.
Getting to the center on public transport takes around 37 minutes.
When to fly to Sofia Airport (SOF)
August is the busiest month for flights from Lisbon Portela Airport to Sofia Airport. To escape the crowds, visit Sofia in April.
Book your flight from Lisbon Portela Airport to Sofia Airport for August if you want to visit Sofia during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 14ºC and 30ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between -11ºC and 7ºC. Search for cheap flight tickets from LIS to SOF around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Sofia
As soon as you've booked your flights from LIS to SOF, you'll need to find somewhere to stay in Sofia. Make one of these options your base for exploring this exciting city:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be difficult to know where to start. National Palace of Culture, Boyana Church and City Garden are major attractions which should be on any good Sofia itinerary.
Complete your Sofia trip with hotels and a car rental
We've got more party tricks up our sleeve than just comparing flights. Once you've booked your cheap ticket to Sofia Airport, explore our car rental offers that'll give you the flexibility and freedom to see the sights at your own pace. Next, have a look at our exclusive rates for hotels to find the perfect Sofia stay.