Flying from Sofia Airport (SOF) to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport (MED): what you need to know
Madinah is one hour ahead of Sofia and observes the UTC+3 timezone.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Be at the airport with enough time to catch your SOF to MED flight.
Traveling during a peak time such as August? Public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
If you want to split up your journey, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Sofia Airport to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport. These are the top stopovers between SOF and MED:
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport
Istanbul Ataturk Airport
Dubai Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Sofia Airport (SOF) to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport (MED)
Right now, $155 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Sofia Airport to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $294. Keep in mind that fares could change due to demand at the time of booking.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from SOF to MED, book as early as you can. Airlines tend to offer the most competitive fares when flights are first released.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' search function. It'll give you the lowest price across every month when searching for your flight from Sofia Airport to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport.
You don't need to check every day to see if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll send you an update the moment there's a new deal on cheap flights from SOF to MED.
Find the ideal flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Sofia Airport to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by airline, arrival and departure 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 complete their journey on time.
To reach Sofia Airport from central Sofia, it takes about 15 minutes if you're traveling by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 11 kilometers from the airport to the city center.
Expect a trip time of around 35 minutes on public transport.
Taking an early flight from Sofia Airport to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these hotels close to SOF:
Arriving at Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport (MED)
If you're arriving on a late Sofia Airport to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of being near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these options near MED:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Alamo, Enterprise or Budget and explore beyond Madinah's usual tourist stops.
Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your vehicle from Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport around four weeks ahead of your trip.
Getting from Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport (MED) to central Madinah
Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport to central Madinah has a drive time of around 25 minutes. It's approximately 23 kilometers away.
It takes roughly 50 minutes if you're traveling by public transport.
When to fly to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport (MED)
It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from Sofia Airport to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport. July is the most popular month to head to Madinah. If you'd like a more relaxed vibe, go in April.
Before locking in your flight from Sofia Airport to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Madinah, with temperatures ranging from 24ºC (75ºF) to 44ºC (111ºF).
January has average temperatures of between 8ºC (46ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF). Search for cheap tickets from SOF to MED sometime then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Saudi Arabia
Madinah is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of Saudi Arabia waiting to be discovered. Around 338 kilometers south of Madinah, a visit to Jeddah will keep your itinerary packed. Start with leading attractions like Faisal Sports Park, Athr Gallery and Jeddah Park Fountain.
Mecca is another essential stop in Saudi Arabia and is around 338 kilometers south of Madinah. No trip is complete without dropping by View point, Pelontaran Jumrah Mina and Al Arak Park.
