Travelling from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Sofia Airport (SOF): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Manchester Airport to Sofia Airport is 3 hours 20 minutes.
Sofia's timezone is UTC+2, which makes Sofia two hours ahead of Manchester.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to board your MAN to SOF flight.
Flying during a peak time such as August? Public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer lines at check-in and security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
EasyJet has direct flights from Manchester Airport to Sofia Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to tick off the sights in Sofia — and maybe even more of Bulgaria if time allows.
The airline that passengers book most often on this route is easyJet.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Manchester Airport to Sofia Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Check out these options between MAN and SOF:
Frankfurt Airport
Milano Malpensa Airport
Frederic Chopin Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Sofia Airport (SOF)
Rs12,694 is the lowest price for a one-way Manchester Airport to Sofia Airport flight. A return flight starts from Rs25,194. These prices may change based on availability and demand.
Book nine months before flying. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap tickets from MAN to SOF.
The cheapest month for flights from Manchester Airport to Sofia Airport is August. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have flexible travel dates.
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Handy information about Manchester Airport (MAN)
When it comes to Manchester Airport's on-time performance, 59.39% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
Manchester Airport is about 18 kilometres from central Manchester. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 30 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
You can expect a trip time of about 1 hour 5 minutes when using public transport.
Get your travels off to a stress-free start by staying near MAN. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Manchester Airport to Sofia Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Arriving at Sofia Airport (SOF)
If you're coming in on a late Manchester Airport to Sofia Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed shortly after at one of these accommodation options near SOF:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Sofia Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from MEX, Surprice or NU Car Rentals and chase adventure across Sofia and beyond.
Lock in the best deal by booking your vehicle from Sofia Airport around one week ahead of your trip.
Getting from Sofia Airport (SOF) to central Sofia
From Sofia Airport, Sofia is approximately 11 kilometres away. It takes around 15 minutes to reach the centre by car.
Travelling by public transport will take you roughly 35 minutes.
When to fly to Sofia Airport (SOF)
It's time to plan your dates for your flight from Manchester Airport to Sofia Airport. August is the busiest month to visit Sofia. If you want a more laid-back vibe, go in April.
When booking your flight from Manchester Airport to Sofia Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Sofia, with temperatures ranging from 14ºC to 30ºC.
January has average temperatures of between -11ºC and 7ºC. Look for cheap tickets from MAN to SOF sometime then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of Bulgaria
Sofia has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of Bulgaria you should also see. About 129 kilometres south-east of Sofia, a visit to Plovdiv will keep your itinerary busy. Start with popular sights like Plovdiv Old Town, Plovdiv Roman Theatre and Archaelogical Complex Nebet Tepe.
If you're ready to explore another major destination in Bulgaria, head for 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 highlights.