Travelling from Sofia Airport (SOF) to Varna Airport (VAR): what you need to know
Around 50 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Sofia Airport to Varna Airport.
Sofia and Varna follow the same timezone, UTC+2.
Each week, there are 64 Sofia Airport to Varna Airport flights. If you prefer to be on board as soon as possible, opt for the 07:00 Bulgaria Air flight. If you're eager to make the most of your day before flying, the latest flight is at 21:55 with Bulgaria Air.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to board your SOF to VAR flight.
Flying during a peak time like August? Major public holidays and other high seasons can result in longer queues and delays at security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Getting to Varna (and then exploring more of Bulgaria!) is a breeze with Bulgaria Air. This popular airline offers direct flights from Sofia Airport to Varna Airport.
The airline with the highest passenger demand on this route is Bulgaria Air.
Bulgaria Air is the most punctual carrier that operates SOF to VAR flights.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Sofia Airport to Varna Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or even explore someplace new along the way. Check out these options between SOF and VAR:
Vienna International Airport
Istanbul Ataturk Airport
London Luton Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Sofia Airport (SOF) to Varna Airport (VAR)
Currently, C$94 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Sofia Airport to Varna Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is C$155. Remember that fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Score cheap tickets from SOF to VAR by booking seven months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.
The cheapest month for flights from Sofia Airport to Varna Airport is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have a flexible travel schedule.
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Handy information about Sofia Airport (SOF)
Of the flights that depart from Sofia Airport, 66.73% arrive on time at their destination.
Sofia Airport is around 11 kilometres from central Sofia. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The trip on public transport will take about 35 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Sofia Airport to Varna Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays near SOF:
Arriving at Varna Airport (VAR)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a Sofia Airport to Varna Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near VAR instead:
Travel at your own speed with a Varna Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from EasyRentBulgaria, Top Rent a Car or Goldcar and find adventure across Varna and beyond.
Reserving your ride from Varna Airport about four weeks in advance can help you get the best possible rate.
Getting from Varna Airport (VAR) to central Varna
Varna Airport to the centre of Varna has a drive time of about 15 minutes. It's approximately 10 kilometres away.
Getting to the centre by public transport will take you roughly 30 minutes.
When to fly to Varna Airport (VAR)
July is the most popular month for flights from Sofia Airport to Varna Airport. To skip the crowds, visit Varna in April.
When reserving your flight from Sofia Airport to Varna Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Varna, with the temperature ranging from 18ºC (64ºF) to 31ºC (88ºF).
January has average temperatures of between -4ºC (25ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF). Search for cheap tickets from SOF to VAR sometime then if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of Bulgaria
Varna is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of Bulgaria you should also see. About 386 kilometres west of Varna, a trip to Sofia will keep you on the go. Start with leading attractions like National Palace of Culture, Boyana Church and City Garden.
Around 290 kilometres south-west of Varna, Plovdiv is another essential stop in Bulgaria. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Plovdiv Old Town, Plovdiv Roman Theatre and Archaelogical Complex Nebet Tepe.