Flying from Sofia Airport (SOF) to Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport (BEY): what you need to know
Sofia and Beirut share the same timezone, UTC+2.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably board your SOF to BEY flight.
Be prepared for bigger queues during popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will give you ample time for security and boarding.
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 Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Some great stopovers between SOF and BEY include:
Izmir Adnan Menderes Airport
Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport
Istanbul Ataturk Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Sofia Airport (SOF) to Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport (BEY)
C$177 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Sofia Airport to Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport flight. Return flights start from C$371. These fares may change based on availability and demand.
It's usually smart to book ahead of time if you want to get cheap tickets from SOF to BEY. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
If you're flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' search function. It'll give you the lowest price across the month when looking for a flight from Sofia Airport to Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport.
Save time looking for cheap flights from SOF to BEY by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when a special offer becomes available.
Lock in the perfect flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Sofia Airport to Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by airline, departure and arrival times, and journey duration.
Handy information about Sofia Airport (SOF)
When it comes to Sofia Airport's on-time performance, data shows 66.73% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.
To reach Sofia Airport from central Sofia, it'll take around 15 minutes if you're travelling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 11 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The journey when using public transport usually takes 35 minutes.
Get your travels off to a stress-free start by staying near SOF. Whether you have an early flight from Sofia Airport to Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays have you covered:
Arriving at Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport (BEY)
If you're coming in on a late Sofia Airport to Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping shortly after at one of these accommodation options near BEY:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Wheego, city car or Advance Car Rental and explore beyond Beirut's main sights.
For the lowest price, book your ride from Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport about two weeks before travelling.
Getting from Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport (BEY) to central Beirut
Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport is approximately 8 kilometres from central Beirut. The drive time takes about 10 minutes.
When to fly to Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport (BEY)
The quietest month for a flight from Sofia Airport to Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport is April, while August is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to go to Beirut based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Book your flight from Sofia Airport to Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport for August if you want to go to Beirut during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 23ºC (73ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from SOF to BEY in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 8ºC (46ºF) and 18ºC (64ºF) on average.
Explore more of Lebanon
You've visited Beirut, now it's time to discover other parts of Lebanon. Journey around 72 kilometres north-east to Tripoli to check off its popular sights. From AlSaboun Caravanserai to Amira Minkara - Mosque and محترف جميل جمال Atelier Jamil Jamal, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Sidon is another must-experience destination in Lebanon and is around 40 kilometres south of Beirut. No trip is complete without seeing Masjid Al Omary Al Kabir, Hammam Al Jadeed حمام الجديد and Saint Louis Castle.