Flying from Rome to Sofia Airport (SOF): What you need to know
Get your vacation planning underway by considering where you'll catch your flight from Rome to Sofia Airport (SOF). Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) and Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA) are Rome's main airports.
Expect to be traveling for 1 hour 55 minutes. That's the average duration of a direct Rome to Sofia Airport flight.
The timezone in Sofia is UTC+2, which is one hour ahead of Rome. Sofia Airport is located in Sofia.
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) to Sofia Airport (SOF) is the most popular route, with 5 direct services each week. You can travel from FCO to SOF on Wizz Air's 7:40am departure.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Get to the airport on time to board your flight from Rome to SOF.
With more people on the move during high season, aim to get to your terminal even earlier. Two hours for domestic flights and up to four for international trips will allow for extra wait times.
Airports in Rome
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
Fly without interruptions from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO). Nonstop flights from Rome to Sofia Airport (SOF) are available from here.
Top airlines that offer direct flights from Rome to Sofia Airport out of FCO include:
The majority of travelers prefer to fly with Wizz Air from FCO to SOF.
ITA Airways is the most punctual carrier on this route, with 78.57% of its services arriving as planned.
FCO is about 32 kilometers from central Rome. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the center, it'll take 40 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be around 50 minutes.
Planning to catch an early flight from Rome to Sofia Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by staying at one of these hotels near Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport:
Of the departures from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport, 70.57% land on time at their destination.
Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA)
You can book a direct Rome to Sofia Airport (SOF) plane ticket with departures from Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA). Work out whether leaving from CIA works best for your plans.
From CIA, direct flights from Rome to SOF are available with Ryanair.
Ryanair is the most popular choice for travelers flying from CIA to SOF.
The top on-time carrier is Ryanair. Its Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport to Sofia Airport flights land without delay 73.91% of the time.
You can arrive at CIA from the center of Rome in approximately 40 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 40 minutes to travel the 18 kilometers or so.
Get a head start on your vacation with an extra night away from home. Before catching your Rome to SOF flight, stay in one of these hotels near Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport:
73.18% of flights leaving Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport arrive within the expected time frame.
About Sofia Airport (SOF)
If you're arriving on a late flight from Rome to Sofia Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these options near SOF:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Sofia Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from MEX, Surprice or NU Car Rentals to explore Sofia and beyond.
For the best deal, reserve your vehicle around one week in advance of your Rome to Sofia Airport flight.
Getting from Sofia Airport (SOF) to central Sofia
Sofia Airport is around 11 kilometers from the center of Sofia. It takes around 15 minutes or so to drive to the city.
When traveling on public transport, expect a journey of about 35 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Rome to Sofia Airport (SOF)
At the moment, $23 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Rome to Sofia Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is $50. Remember fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
To find cheap flights from Rome to SOF, book ahead. Airlines typically offer lower prices when flights are first released.
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The best time to fly from Rome to Sofia Airport (SOF)
Think about the pace you're looking for when deciding the best time to fly. April is the quietest month to go to Sofia. August is when most people book flights from Rome to Sofia Airport (SOF), which may be ideal if you're after more action.
Book a Rome to SOF plane ticket departing in August if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Sofia to range from 14ºC (57ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Rome to Sofia Airport in January when temperatures are between -11ºC (12ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF).
More about Sofia
Start your Sofia trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Rome to Sofia Airport, browse our range of hotels including:
Your trip to Sofia should come with a bit of sightseeing. Top attractions you can't miss include Free Sofia Tour, Boyana Church and National Historical Museum.
Explore more of Bulgaria
Plovdiv is just one of the many cities in Bulgaria waiting to be explored after you've experienced Sofia. Around 129 kilometers away to the south-east, popular attractions include Plovdiv Old Town, Plovdiv Roman Theatre and Ancient Plovdiv Municipal Institute.
Stara Zagora is another must-experience destination in Bulgaria and is around 193 kilometers east of Sofia. No journey is complete without experiencing Парк „5-и октомври“ (Градската градина), Zagorka Lake and The Zelen Klin Park.