Travelling from Cairo International Airport (CAI) to Sofia Airport (SOF): what you need to know
Cairo and Sofia share the same timezone, UTC+2.
To ensure you get on your CAI to SOF flight, leave enough time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
During popular months such as August, you'll want to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight when you travel during a high season in general.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Cairo International Airport to Sofia Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps explore a new destination along the way. Check out these options between CAI and SOF:
Istanbul Ataturk Airport
Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport
Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Cairo International Airport (CAI) to Sofia Airport (SOF)
At the moment, Rs36,662 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Cairo International Airport to Sofia Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is Rs62,299. Bear in mind that fares can change due to availability when booking.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from CAI to SOF if you book in advance. Airlines often have some great early bird discounts.
Finding cheap flights from Cairo International Airport to Sofia Airport is more likely if you can be flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' function to see the lowest fares across each month and score a great deal.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from CAI to SOF by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when a special offer becomes available.
Tailor your flights using filters. Pick your departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Cairo International Airport to Sofia Airport.
Handy information about Cairo International Airport (CAI)
When it comes to Cairo International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 63.38% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.
Central Cairo to Cairo International Airport is approximately 21 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 30 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
You can expect a trip time of about 1 hour 25 minutes when using public transport.
Catching an early flight from Cairo International Airport to Sofia Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels near CAI:
Arriving at Sofia Airport (SOF)
The last thing you need is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're landing late on a Cairo International Airport to Sofia Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near SOF instead:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Sofia Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from MEX, Surprice or NU Car Rentals and explore beyond Sofia's main sights.
To secure the lowest price, reserve your ride from Sofia Airport about one week before you set off.
Getting from Sofia Airport (SOF) to central Sofia
From Sofia Airport, Sofia is approximately 11 kilometres away. It takes around 15 minutes to drive to the centre.
Travelling on public transport takes around 35 minutes.
When to fly to Sofia Airport (SOF)
It's time to plan your travel dates for your flight from Cairo International Airport to Sofia Airport. August is the busiest month to visit Sofia. If you like a quieter vibe, go in April.
Book your flight from Cairo International Airport to Sofia Airport for August if you'd like to explore Sofia during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 14ºC and 30ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from CAI to SOF in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -11ºC and 7ºC on average.
Explore more of Bulgaria
Sofia has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of Bulgaria you should also see. About 129 kilometres south-east of Sofia, a trip to Plovdiv will fill your itinerary to the brim. Check out popular attractions like Plovdiv Old Town, Plovdiv Roman Theatre and Archaelogical Complex Nebet Tepe.
If you're interested in discovering another great destination in Bulgaria, consider Varna, about 386 kilometres east of Sofia. Park Asparuhovo - Asparuhovo sea garden, Dormition of theotokos Cathedral and Sunset viewpoint (място за гледане на Залеза) are among its highlights.