Travelling from Sofia Airport (SOF) to Glasgow: what you need to know
Sofia Airport is located in Sofia. Following the UTC+0 timezone, Glasgow is two hours behind Sofia.
To avoid rushing for your SOF to Glasgow flight, leave enough time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Delays at security and check-in are likely if you're flying during high season, so allow some extra breathing room. A good general rule for peak times? Arrive up to four hours ahead for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
Think about adding a stopover to potentially unlock a cheaper flight ticket from SOF to Glasgow. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' during your search. Take a detour (and maybe pocket some savings) by stopping at one of these connecting airports:
Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
Palma de Mallorca Airport (PMI)
Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC)
Located around 6 kilometres from central Sofia, SOF can be reached in about 15 minutes by car (depending on traffic). Travelling on public transport will take roughly 35 minutes.
In search of a hotel near SOF? If you're boarding an early flight from Sofia Airport to Glasgow, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure lounge:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Sofia Airport, 66.73% of flights complete their journey on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Sofia Airport (SOF) to Glasgow
Rs19,601 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Sofia Airport to Glasgow flight. Return flight tickets start from Rs53,117. These prices can change based on demand and availability.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to securing a cheap flight from SOF to Glasgow. Flight prices rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely spend.
The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Sofia Airport to Glasgow across every month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your travel dates are flexible.
You don't need to check back in every day to see if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment there's an extra saving on cheap flights from SOF to Glasgow.
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Airports in Glasgow
Glasgow International Airport (GLA)
Glasgow International Airport (GLA) to central Glasgow takes about 15 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 14 kilometres away.
It typically takes 35 minutes if you're using public transport.
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Sofia Airport to Glasgow. Book one of these accommodation options near GLA instead:
Grab a Glasgow International Airport rental car and discover Glasgow and beyond with your own set of wheels. Green Motion, Drivalia and Alamo are top providers you can book with here.
Lock in the best rate by booking your ride from Glasgow International Airport about three weeks before your flight from SOF to Glasgow.
Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK)
The centre of Glasgow is located around 48 kilometres from Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK). Once your flight from Sofia Airport to Glasgow has landed and you've made your way through the terminal, expect a drive of around 40 minutes.
If you choose to travel on public transport, the journey will take you 55 minutes or so.
You'll find some great places to call home for the night near PIK. Kick back and get cosy after your SOF to Glasgow flight at any of these perfectly located options:
No time to waste? The fastest way to get to where you're going is with a Glasgow Prestwick Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Europcar, Keddy By Europcar or Arnold Clark and hit the road in a heartbeat.
Avoid paying extra. Reserving your ride two weeks ahead of your arrival at PIK can help you lock in a better rate.
Best time to go to Glasgow
Before securing your flights from Sofia Airport to Glasgow, consider which time of year works best for you. Peak season in Glasgow offers a bustling atmosphere and plenty of activities, while the low season brings cheaper hotel rates and smaller crowds.
Before booking a Sofia Airport to Glasgow flight ticket, think about what kind of weather you prefer. July is the warmest month in Glasgow, with temperatures ranging from 9ºC to 20ºC.
January has average temperatures of between -1ºC and 7ºC. Look for a cheap ticket from SOF to Glasgow around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Glasgow
After booking your flight from Sofia Airport to Glasgow, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Glasgow:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be hard to figure out where to begin. Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum, Glasgow Cathedral and Riverside Museum are major attractions which should feature on any good Glasgow itinerary.
Explore more of United Kingdom
Glasgow has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of United Kingdom waiting to be explored. About 402 kilometres south-east of Glasgow, a visit to Birmingham will fill your itinerary to the brim. Check out popular attractions like Cadbury World, The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre.
If you're looking to explore another side of United Kingdom, consider Cardiff, roughly 499 kilometres south of Glasgow. Cardiff Castle, Bute Park and Cardiff Bay are highlights.