Travelling from Hamburg to Sofia Airport (SOF): what you need to know
Hamburg's main base, Hamburg Airport (HAM), is where plenty of awesome adventures begin. Explore your departure choices from here for your flight from Hamburg to Sofia Airport (SOF).
Expect to be in the air for 2 hours 35 minutes. That's the average journey time for a direct flight from Hamburg to Sofia Airport.
Sofia Airport is located in Sofia. The city operates in the UTC+2 timezone and is 1 hour ahead of Hamburg.
With 3 direct flights a week between the two airports, Hamburg Airport (HAM) to Sofia Airport (SOF) is the most popular route. Wizz Air operates the earliest flight at 09:00. If you prefer to get more out of your day before flying, the latest flight from HAM to SOF is with Wizz Air at 21:30.
To ensure you get on your flight from Hamburg to SOF, allow plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Travelling during a popular month like June? Major public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer queues and delays at security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in Hamburg
Hamburg Airport (HAM)
Go straight to your destination from Hamburg Airport (HAM). Nonstop flights from Hamburg to Sofia Airport (SOF) are available from here.
Wizz Air is a leading airline that offers direct flights from Hamburg to Sofia Airport departing from HAM.
Consider adding a stopover to possibly find a cheaper flight from Hamburg to SOF. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Hamburg Airport (HAM). Take a break from travelling at one of these popular airports:
Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Copenhagen Airport (CPH)
HAM is about 11 kilometres from the centre of Hamburg. To help work out how to get there, use Google Maps. This essential travel app will show you the quickest route and available public transport options.
Have an early flight from Hamburg to Sofia Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays near Hamburg Airport:
About Sofia Airport (SOF)
Consider booking a hotel near SOF if you have a late flight from Hamburg to Sofia Airport. Pick one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Getting from Sofia Airport (SOF) to central Sofia
Sofia Airport to the centre of Sofia is around 16 minutes in a car. It's approximately 11 kilometres away. Find out what options are available, such as car rentals, cabs or ride-sharing.
It'll take around 37 minutes when travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Hamburg to Sofia Airport (SOF)
For a one-way ticket from Hamburg to Sofia Airport, P2,103 is the best price we've seen. You can also book a return trip from just P5,198. These are currently the lowest fares and may differ based on availability.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from Hamburg to SOF if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird discounts.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest tickets from Hamburg to Sofia Airport across the month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your trip dates are flexible.
Locking in a cheap ticket from Hamburg to SOF is a breeze with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch as soon as the price drops.
Personalise your trip by applying filters. Adjust the total duration, number of stops, and arrival and departure times to find the right flight from Hamburg to Sofia Airport. You can also sort the results to see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' options first.
The best time to fly from Hamburg to Sofia Airport (SOF)
It's time to figure out your travel dates for your flight from Hamburg to Sofia Airport. August is the most popular month to travel to Sofia. If you prefer a quieter vibe, go in April.
Think about the type of weather that'll suit your plans for Sofia. The warmest month is August. Book your flights from Hamburg to SOF during then and you can expect temperatures of between 14ºC and 30ºC.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, lock in a cheap flight from Hamburg to Sofia Airport in January when temperatures average between -11ºC and 7ºC.
More about Sofia
After locking in your flight from Hamburg to Sofia Airport, think about where you want to stay in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring Sofia:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be hard to work out where to start. National Palace of Culture, Boyana Church and City Garden are top sights which should be on any well-planned Sofia itinerary.
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