Flying from Sofia Airport (SOF) to Dresden International Airport (DRS): what you need to know
The timezone in Dresden is UTC+1, which is one hour behind Sofia.
To ensure you catch your SOF to DRS flight, leave plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Flying during a peak month like August? Major public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer queues and delays at security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Sofia Airport to Dresden International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Stopovers between SOF and DRS include:
Franz Josef Strauss Airport
Frankfurt Airport
Zurich Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Sofia Airport (SOF) to Dresden International Airport (DRS)
Right now, Rs36,466 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Sofia Airport to Dresden International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is Rs67,735. Keep in mind that fares can change due to availability when booking.
To score cheap tickets from SOF to DRS, book early. Airlines usually offer lower fares when flights are first made available.
Getting cheap flights from Sofia Airport to Dresden International Airport is easy if you can be flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the best prices throughout the month and land a great deal.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from SOF to DRS by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when a new low fare is offered.
Secure the right flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Sofia Airport to Dresden International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by arrival and departure times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about Sofia Airport (SOF)
Of the flights that depart from Sofia Airport, 66.73% arrive on time at their destination.
Central Sofia to Sofia Airport is around 11 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 15 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
You can expect a trip time of roughly 35 minutes when using public transport.
Taking an early flight from Sofia Airport to Dresden International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels near SOF:
Arriving at Dresden International Airport (DRS)
If you're getting in on a late Sofia Airport to Dresden International Airport flight, few things top the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these hotels near DRS:
Explore without limits with a Dresden International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Alamo, Keddy By Europcar or Sixt and venture far and wide through Dresden and beyond.
Lock in the best deal by reserving your vehicle from Dresden International Airport around three weeks before your departure date.
Getting from Dresden International Airport (DRS) to central Dresden
Dresden International Airport is approximately 13 kilometres from central Dresden. The drive time takes about 25 minutes.
It'll take around 1 hour 15 minutes if you're using public transport.
When to fly to Dresden International Airport (DRS)
It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from Sofia Airport to Dresden International Airport. April is the busiest month to visit Dresden. If you're after a quieter vibe, go in December.
The warmest month in Dresden is August, with the temperature ranging between 11ºC and 26ºC. Book your flights from Sofia Airport to Dresden International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
Look for cheap tickets from SOF to DRS in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -9ºC and 5ºC on average.
Explore more of Germany
Dresden has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of Germany you'll want to see. Around 161 kilometres north of Dresden, a trip to Berlin will keep you on the move. Start with leading attractions like Brandenburg Gate, Berlin Wall Memorial and East Side Gallery.
Hamburg is another must-experience destination in Germany and is around 370 kilometres north-west of Dresden. No trip is complete without a visit to Miniatur Wunderland, Elbphilharmonie Hamburg and Port of Hamburg.
