Traveling from Sofia Airport (SOF) to Warsaw: what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from Sofia Airport to Warsaw and you'll be traveling for an average of 2 hours 5 minutes.
The timezone in Warsaw is UTC+1. The city is 1 hour behind Sofia, where Sofia Airport is located.
With 20 weekly flights between the two airports, Sofia Airport (SOF) to Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW) is the most popular route. LOT operates the earliest flight at 14:35. If you'd like to get more out of your day before flying, the latest departure from SOF to WAW is with LOT at 18:40.
Give yourself plenty of time to make your flight from SOF to Warsaw. As a rule of thumb, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like August, it's wise to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're flying during high season in general.
Nonstop flights from Sofia Airport (SOF) to Warsaw are available for booking. Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW) will be your arrival point.
Keep an eye out for promotions from LOT. This airline operates direct flights from Sofia Airport to Warsaw.
We make it simple to book a flight from SOF to Warsaw with a stopover. To see the options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Popular stopovers include:
Vienna International Airport (VIE)
Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
Bourgas Airport (BOJ)
You can enter Poland for tourism purposes without a visa if you hold a passport from Bulgaria. But before reserving your cheap tickets from Sofia Airport to Warsaw, make sure you have the most up-to-date information. Visa rules are subject to change, and you may need some documentation if your trip is for business or another reason.
SOF is around 11 kilometers from central Sofia. If you're catching a cab, driving or ride-sharing from the center, it'll take you 16 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the trip time to be around 37 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Sofia Airport to Warsaw? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these hotels near SOF:
How to find the cheapest flights from Sofia Airport (SOF) to Warsaw
The best price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Sofia Airport to Warsaw is $43. The cheapest price for a return flight is $124. Keep in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
To score cheap tickets from SOF to Warsaw, book your trip 9 months ahead of your planned departure.
Plan your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Sofia Airport to Warsaw. If your travel dates are flexible, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across each month.
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Airports in Warsaw
Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW)
Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW) to central Warsaw is roughly 8 kilometers. It'll take you around 21 minutes to reach the center driving.
When traveling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour and 9 minutes.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Sofia Airport to Warsaw, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these accommodation options near WAW:
Warsaw-Modlin Airport (WMI)
Central Warsaw is approximately 40 kilometers from Warsaw-Modlin Airport (WMI). As soon as your flight from Sofia Airport to Warsaw has landed and you've made your way through the terminal, expect a drive of around 50 minutes.
You can expect the trip to take about 1 hour and 1 minute on public transport.
There are some great places to call home for the night near WMI. Tuck yourself in and get cozy after your flight from SOF to Warsaw at any of these well-located options:
Best time to go to Warsaw
It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from Sofia Airport to Warsaw. July is the busiest month to visit Warsaw. If you want a more relaxed atmosphere, go in February.
Book your flight from Sofia Airport to Warsaw for July to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 13ºC to 27ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between -10ºC and 4ºC. Look for cheap flights from SOF to Warsaw sometime then if you like cooler conditions.
More about Warsaw
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best stays in Warsaw right here. Check out these hotels once you've locked in your flight from Sofia Airport to Warsaw:
Every great adventure has to include a little sightseeing. The Royal Castle in Warsaw, Palace of Culture and Science and Copernicus Science Centre are essential stops on your Warsaw itinerary.
Complete your Warsaw trip with a car rental
Choose one of our car rentals in Warsaw and explore the city at your own pace. Easily compare companies in one go to find the ideal ride after booking your hotel and cheap flights from Sofia Airport to Warsaw.