Travelling from Mexico City to Sofia Airport (SOF): What you need to know
Get your holiday planning underway by considering where you'll board your flight from Mexico City to Sofia Airport (SOF). Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) and Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport (NLU) are the two main airports in Mexico City.
Sofia is eight hours ahead of Mexico City. Sofia Airport is located in Sofia, which runs on the UTC+2 timezone.
Your flight from Mexico City to SOF won't wait if you're late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
With more travellers during peak seasons, you'll want to get to your terminal even earlier. Two hours for domestic flights and up to four for international trips will allow extra time for delays.
Airports in Mexico City
Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)
Consider adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Mexico City to SOF. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX). Break up the journey at one of these popular options:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
Located around 8 kilometres from the centre of Mexico City, MEX can be reached in about 25 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport will take roughly 55 minutes.
Want a leisurely start to your travels? Stay near Benito Juarez International Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from Mexico City to Sofia Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Benito Juarez International Airport earns top marks for its on-time performance. 80.91% of flights that take off from MEX arrive at their destination as scheduled.
Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport (NLU)
With public transport, you can travel from central Mexico City to NLU in around 1 hour 45 minutes. The terminal is roughly 40 kilometres away, and making the journey by car takes approximately 55 minutes.
It's holiday time, so why not book an extra night away at a hotel near Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport? Before your Mexico City to SOF flight, treat yourself to a stay at Verticca Hotel.
Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport has an on-time performance rate of 67.58%. This figure gives an insight into how frequently flights that depart from this airport make it to their destination on time.
About Sofia Airport (SOF)
Consider staying in a hotel close to SOF if you have a late flight from Mexico City to Sofia Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options and be in bed sooner:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Sofia Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from MEX, Surprice or NU Car Rentals and experience the lesser-explored corners of Sofia and beyond.
Get the best deal by reserving your vehicle around one week ahead of your Mexico City to Sofia Airport flight.
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 on public transport takes about 35 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Mexico City to Sofia Airport (SOF)
Rs100,055 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Mexico City to Sofia Airport. Return flights start at Rs213,716. These prices may change depending on availability and demand.
Booking early is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Mexico City to SOF. Airlines adjust prices based on demand, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely spend on your ticket.
If you have some flexibility with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the cheapest price in each month when searching for your Mexico City to Sofia Airport ticket.
There's no need to check every day to find out if prices have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you the moment a new deal shows up on flight tickets from Mexico City to SOF.
Find the best deal on a flight from Mexico City to Sofia Airport with the help of the filters. Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best.'
The best time to fly from Mexico City to Sofia Airport (SOF)
April is the quietest month for flights from Mexico City to Sofia Airport (SOF), while August is the most popular. Find the best time to go to Sofia based on whether you want a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Before locking in your Mexico City to SOF flight ticket, consider what kind of weather you prefer. August is the warmest month in Sofia, with temperatures ranging from 14ºC to 30ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from Mexico City to Sofia Airport in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -11ºC and 7ºC.
More about Sofia
Start your Sofia trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Mexico City to Sofia Airport, browse our range of hotels including:
Every great journey has to include some sightseeing. Free Sofia Tour, Boyana Church and National Historical Museum are must-do's during your Sofia adventure.
Explore more of Bulgaria
You've seen Sofia, now it's time to explore other corners of Bulgaria. Travel about 129 kilometres south-east to Plovdiv to check off its must-visit sights. From Plovdiv Old Town to Plovdiv Roman Theatre and Ancient Plovdiv Municipal Institute, your itinerary will be busy.
Stara Zagora is another well-known destination in Bulgaria and is around 193 kilometres east of Sofia. No trip is complete without visiting Парк „5-и октомври“ (Градската градина), Zagorka Lake and The Zelen Klin Park.
