Travelling from Sofia Airport (SOF) to Bilbao Airport (BIO): what you need to know
The timezone in Bilbao is UTC+1, which is one hour behind Sofia.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to board your SOF to BIO flight.
You can expect longer lines in popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Sofia Airport to Bilbao Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or visit a new city along the way. Here are some options between SOF and BIO:
Milano Malpensa Airport
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport
Palma de Mallorca Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Sofia Airport (SOF) to Bilbao Airport (BIO)
Right now, C$67 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Sofia Airport to Bilbao Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is C$232. Bear in mind that fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from SOF to BIO if you book early. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird rates.
If you're flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' search function. It'll give you the cheapest price across the month when searching for a flight from Sofia Airport to Bilbao Airport.
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Tailor your flights using filters. Pick your arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Sofia Airport to Bilbao Airport.
Handy information about Sofia Airport (SOF)
Of the departures from Sofia Airport, 66.73% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
To get to Sofia Airport from central Sofia, it'll take about 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 trip when using public transport typically takes 35 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Sofia Airport to Bilbao Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to SOF:
Arriving at Bilbao Airport (BIO)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Sofia Airport to Bilbao Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near BIO instead:
Travel at your own speed with a Bilbao Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Record Go, Click and Rent or Goldcar and discover more of Bilbao and beyond.
To get the lowest price, book your ride from Bilbao Airport around four weeks before you travel.
Getting from Bilbao Airport (BIO) to central Bilbao
Bilbao Airport to central Bilbao has a drive time of about 10 minutes. It's approximately 6 kilometres away.
Travelling on public transport takes roughly 30 minutes.
When to fly to Bilbao Airport (BIO)
It's time to choose your trip dates for your flight from Sofia Airport to Bilbao Airport. July is the most popular month to visit Bilbao. If you prefer a quieter vibe, go in January.
Lock in your flight from Sofia Airport to Bilbao Airport for August if you'd like to go to Bilbao during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 16ºC (61ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from SOF to BIO in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 5ºC (41ºF) and 13ºC (55ºF) on average.
Explore more of Spain
You've seen Bilbao, now it's time to explore other parts of Spain. Journey around 241 kilometres south-east to Zaragoza to check off its leading attractions. From Puente de Piedra to Museo Pablo Gargallo and El Tubo, your itinerary will be busy.
Salamanca is another sought-after destination in Spain and is around 338 kilometres south-west of Bilbao. No trip is complete without experiencing Plaza Mayor, S.O.U. Servicio de Orientación al Universitario. Universidad de Salamanca and Pontifical University of Salamanca.