Flying from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) to Sofia Airport (SOF): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Sofia Airport is 3 hours 28 minutes. Sofia's timezone is UTC+2, which makes Sofia 1 hour ahead of Madrid.
For the earliest departure, jump on the 05:55 flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Sofia Airport. If you prefer to set off later, the last flight is at 22:35. With 17 flights each week from MAD to SOF, you can select the one that best suits you.
You'll likely experience longer queues in popular months such as July and other peak seasons. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will give you ample time for security and boarding.
Bulgaria Air is your gateway to exploring Sofia (and maybe even some other exciting parts of Bulgaria!). Browse the direct flights from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Sofia Airport offered by this carrier.
If you want to have a stopover for your flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Sofia Airport, just deselect 'Direct flights only' and look at all your options. Here are the popular stopovers between MAD and SOF:
Barcelona-El Prat Airport
Palma de Mallorca Airport
Valencia Airport
To find out whether you need a visa to enter Bulgaria, contact your carrier and the local embassy or consulate. They'll provide you with the latest information, including additional travel documents you may need after booking your cheap ticket from MAD to SOF.
How to find the cheapest flights from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) to Sofia Airport (SOF)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Sofia Airport is C$39. For a return flight on this route, the best price is C$107. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
Score cheap flight tickets from MAD to SOF by booking at least 10 months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for finding the biggest deals.
June is the cheapest month for flight tickets from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Sofia Airport. If you want to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares for every month.
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Handy information about Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport is about 18 kilometres from central Madrid. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the center, it'll take 26 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the travel time to be around 37 minutes.
Need a convenient hotel near MAD? If you're on an early flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Sofia Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from check-in:
Arriving at Sofia Airport (SOF)
Book a hotel close to SOF if you're taking a late flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Sofia Airport. Pick one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Getting from Sofia Airport (SOF) to central Sofia
Sofia Airport is approximately 11 kilometres from central Sofia. With your own car rental or in a cab, the drive is around 16 minutes.
It takes around 37 minutes if you're traveling by public transport.
When to fly to Sofia Airport (SOF)
The quietest month for a flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Sofia Airport is April, while August is the busiest. Pick the best time to visit Sofia based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
When booking your flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Sofia Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Sofia, with the temperature ranging from 14ºC to 30ºC.
January has average temperatures of between -11ºC and 7ºC. Search for cheap flight tickets from MAD to SOF around that time if you like traveling in cooler conditions.
More about Sofia
If you're looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in Sofia right here. Browse these options once you've locked in your flight from MAD to SOF:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be hard to figure out where to start. National Palace of Culture, Boyana Church and City Garden are top sights which should feature on every Sofia itinerary.
Complete your Sofia trip with hotels and a car rental
After you've secured your cheap ticket to Sofia Airport, check out our low prices and exclusive offers on hotels. You can also compare hundreds of car rental companies in one go to get the best car rental price for your Sofia escape.