Travelling from EuroAirport Swiss (BSL) to Sofia Airport (SOF): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from EuroAirport Swiss to Sofia Airport is 2 hours 15 minutes.
Sofia's timezone is UTC+2, making Sofia one hour ahead of Basel.
Flights from BSL to SOF start from 13:45 — the first with Wizz Air. The last departure is at 20:55 with Wizz Air. In total, you can choose from four weekly EuroAirport Swiss to Sofia Airport flights.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your BSL to SOF flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid a last-minute sprint to the gate.
You'll likely experience longer lines during popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will give you ample time for security and boarding.
Travelling to Sofia (and then discovering more of Bulgaria!) is a snap with Wizz Air. This popular airline has direct flights from EuroAirport Swiss to Sofia Airport.
The airline that serves the most passengers on this route is Wizz Air.
The carrier with the most reliable on-time arrival rate for BSL to SOF flights is Wizz Air.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from EuroAirport Swiss to Sofia Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or perhaps explore a new destination along the way. Here are some options between BSL and SOF:
Vienna International Airport
Palese Airport
Franz Josef Strauss Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from EuroAirport Swiss (BSL) to Sofia Airport (SOF)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way EuroAirport Swiss to Sofia Airport flight is Rs8,215. A round-trip ticket is currently Rs17,016. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
Get cheap tickets from BSL to SOF by booking at least six months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.
The cheapest month for flights from EuroAirport Swiss to Sofia Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have a flexible schedule.
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Handy information about EuroAirport Swiss (BSL)
When it comes to EuroAirport Swiss's on-time performance, data shows 76.48% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.
Central Basel to EuroAirport Swiss is approximately 6 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 15 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
The journey when using public transport usually takes 30 minutes.
Searching for a handy hotel close to BSL? If you're boarding an early flight from EuroAirport Swiss to Sofia Airport, these stays will have you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Sofia Airport (SOF)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on an EuroAirport Swiss to Sofia Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near SOF instead:
Travel at your own pace with a Sofia Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from MEX, Surprice or NU Car Rentals and find adventure across Sofia and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from Sofia Airport about one week in advance boosts your odds of scoring a great price.
Getting from Sofia Airport (SOF) to central Sofia
From Sofia Airport, Sofia is approximately 11 kilometres away. It takes around 15 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It typically takes 35 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Sofia Airport (SOF)
August is the most popular month for flights from EuroAirport Swiss to Sofia Airport. For a quieter experience, travel to Sofia in April.
The warmest month in Sofia is August, with temperatures ranging between 14ºC and 30ºC. Lock in your flights from EuroAirport Swiss to Sofia Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
January sees average temperatures of between -11ºC and 7ºC. Search for cheap tickets from BSL to SOF sometime around then if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of Bulgaria
You've done Sofia, now it's time to discover other parts of Bulgaria. Travel about 129 kilometres south-east to Plovdiv to tick off its must-visit sights. From Plovdiv Old Town to Plovdiv Roman Theatre and Archaelogical Complex Nebet Tepe, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
If there's time to check out another side of Bulgaria, head for Varna, roughly 386 kilometres east of Sofia. Park Asparuhovo - Asparuhovo sea garden, Dormition of theotokos Cathedral and Sunset viewpoint (място за гледане на Залеза) are the start of reasons to visit.