Flying from Dusseldorf to Sofia Airport (SOF): What you need to know
Dusseldorf has a couple of airports where you can kick off your trip. Explore your options for reserving a flight from Dusseldorf to Sofia Airport (SOF) heading out from Dusseldorf International Airport (DUS) or Weeze Airport (NRN).
Sofia is one hour ahead of Dusseldorf. Sofia Airport is located in Sofia, which runs on the UTC+2 timezone.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to board your flight from Dusseldorf to SOF.
Longer lines at check-in and security are more likely if you're heading away during high season, so give yourself some extra breathing space. The recommendation for peak times? Arrive up to four hours early for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
Airports in Dusseldorf
Dusseldorf International Airport (DUS)
We make it a breeze to find cheap flights from Dusseldorf to SOF that include a stopover. To explore all your options leaving from Dusseldorf International Airport (DUS), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, select a flight that has a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Major stopovers between DUS and SOF include:
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
Guglielmo Marconi Airport (BLQ)
Located around 10 kilometres from the centre of Dusseldorf, DUS can be reached in about 15 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport will take roughly 40 minutes.
Want a leisurely start to your holiday? Stay near Dusseldorf International Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from Dusseldorf to Sofia Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are the ideal choice:
78.28% of flights that leave from Dusseldorf International Airport reach their destination on schedule.
Weeze Airport (NRN)
Turn your flight into part of the adventure with a stopover on your flight from Dusseldorf to Sofia Airport. Check out these connections between Weeze Airport and SOF:
Palma de Mallorca Airport (PMI)
Palese Airport (BRI)
Zadar Airport (ZAD)
You can arrive at NRN from central Dusseldorf in approximately 1 hour 5 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The ride on public transport takes roughly 2 hours 20 minutes to travel the 80 kilometres or so.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before your Dusseldorf to SOF flight? Unwind in a hotel near Weeze Airport before your adventure officially starts. These stays have a room with your name on it:
Flights from Weeze Airport are known for their punctuality, with 80.87% of them touching down as expected.
About Sofia Airport (SOF)
If you have a late flight from Dusseldorf to Sofia Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these hotels near SOF:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Sofia Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from MEX, Surprice or NU Car Rentals to explore Sofia and beyond.
Booking your vehicle around one week ahead of your Dusseldorf to Sofia Airport flight can help you score a better rate.
Getting from Sofia Airport (SOF) to central Sofia
From Sofia Airport, central Sofia is around 11 kilometres away. It takes about 15 minutes to reach the city centre by car.
Travelling by public transport takes about 35 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Dusseldorf to Sofia Airport (SOF)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Dusseldorf to Sofia Airport is Rs17,143. For a return flight on this route, the best price is Rs36,801. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares may change.
Booking early is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Dusseldorf to SOF. Flight prices rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely spend on your ticket.
Affordable Dusseldorf to Sofia Airport tickets are easier to find if your travel dates are flexible. Try using the 'Whole month' search function to compare fares across each month and then choose the cheapest day.
You don't need to check every day to find out if prices have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know when a lower fare pops up on flight tickets from Dusseldorf to SOF.
Chase down a great fare on a flight from Dusseldorf to Sofia Airport with the help of the filters. Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best.'
The best time to fly from Dusseldorf to Sofia Airport (SOF)
Think about the pace you're looking for when picking your flight dates. April is the quietest month to visit Sofia. August is when most people book flights from Dusseldorf to Sofia Airport (SOF), which may be ideal if you're after more excitement.
Lock in a Dusseldorf to SOF flight ticket departing in August if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Sofia to range from 14ºC to 30ºC.
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Dusseldorf to Sofia Airport in January when temperatures are between -11ºC and 7ºC.
More about Sofia
Start your Sofia trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Dusseldorf to Sofia Airport, check out our range of hotels including:
Free Sofia Tour and Boyana Church are just a couple of the top attractions to add to your Sofia itinerary. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out National Historical Museum.
Explore more of Bulgaria
You've visited Sofia, now it's time to discover more of Bulgaria. Travel about 129 kilometres south-east to Plovdiv to tick off its top sights. From Plovdiv Old Town to Plovdiv Roman Theatre and Ancient Plovdiv Municipal Institute, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Stara Zagora is another standout destination in Bulgaria and is around 193 kilometres east of Sofia. No trip is complete without dropping by Парк „5-и октомври“ (Градската градина), Zagorka Lake and The Zelen Klin Park.
