Flying from Malta International Airport (MLA) to Sofia Airport (SOF): what you need to know
Around 1 hour 50 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Malta International Airport to Sofia Airport.
Sofia's timezone is UTC+2, making Sofia one hour ahead of Valletta.
You can choose from three weekly Malta International Airport to Sofia Airport flights. The 10:25 departure with Ryanair is the earliest available. Ryanair operates the latest service of the day at 20:30.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Be at the airport on time to board your MLA to SOF flight.
Travelling during a peak time such as August? Public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer queues and delays at airport checkpoints. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Getting to Sofia (and then seeing more of Bulgaria!) is a breeze with Ryanair. This popular airline has direct flights from Malta International Airport to Sofia Airport.
The airline most travellers fly with on this route is Ryanair.
With 65.22% of its services landing on schedule, Ryanair is the most punctual carrier operating MLA to SOF flights.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Malta International Airport to Sofia Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Here are some options between MLA and SOF:
Palese Airport
Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport
Guglielmo Marconi Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Malta International Airport (MLA) to Sofia Airport (SOF)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Malta International Airport to Sofia Airport flight is Rs4,844. A round-trip fare is currently Rs9,853. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
Book seven months before you want to fly. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap tickets from MLA to SOF.
Schedule your trip for June. That's the cheapest month for flights from Malta International Airport to Sofia Airport. If you're flexible on when you fly, try out the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across each month.
There's no need to check back in every day to see if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll update you the moment there's a change in price on cheap flights from MLA to SOF.
Tailor your trip using filters. Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Malta International Airport to Sofia Airport.
Handy information about Malta International Airport (MLA)
72.79% of flights that leave from Malta International Airport arrive at their destination on time.
Central Valletta to Malta International Airport is approximately 8 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 15 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
Get your journey off to a leisurely start by staying near MLA. Whether you have an early flight from Malta International Airport to Sofia Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Arriving at Sofia Airport (SOF)
If you have a late Malta International Airport to Sofia Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these hotels near SOF:
Grab a Sofia Airport rental car and explore Sofia and beyond with your own set of wheels. MEX, Surprice and NU Car Rentals are popular providers to choose from here.
Reserving your vehicle from Sofia Airport about one week in advance gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.
Getting from Sofia Airport (SOF) to central Sofia
Sofia Airport is roughly 11 kilometres from central Sofia. The drive time takes about 15 minutes.
It typically takes 35 minutes if you're using public transport.
When to fly to Sofia Airport (SOF)
The quietest month for a flight from Malta International Airport to Sofia Airport is April, while August is the most popular. Choose the best time to visit Sofia based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
When booking your flight from Malta International Airport to Sofia Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Sofia, with the temperature ranging from 14ºC to 30ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from MLA to SOF in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -11ºC and 7ºC on average.
Explore more of Bulgaria
Sofia has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of Bulgaria waiting to be explored. Around 129 kilometres south-east of Sofia, a visit to Plovdiv will keep your itinerary packed. Don't miss top attractions like Plovdiv Old Town, Plovdiv Roman Theatre and Archaelogical Complex Nebet Tepe.
Varna is another essential stop in Bulgaria and is around 386 kilometres east of Sofia. No trip is complete without experiencing Park Asparuhovo - Asparuhovo sea garden, Dormition of theotokos Cathedral and Sunset viewpoint (място за гледане на Залеза).
