Flying from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) to Sofia Airport (SOF): what you need to know
Around 2 hours 45 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Sofia Airport.
Sofia's timezone is UTC+2, making Sofia one hour ahead of Amsterdam.
Take your pick of ten weekly Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Sofia Airport flights. The 10:15 departure with Bulgaria Air is the earliest flight you can take. Bulgaria Air operates the latest service of the day at 10:20.
Give yourself plenty of time to make your AMS to SOF flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You'll likely experience longer lines during popular months such as June. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
Bulgaria Air offers direct flights from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Sofia Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to check out the sights in Sofia — and maybe even more of Bulgaria if time allows.
The majority of travellers choose to travel with Bulgaria Air on this route.
Among carriers operating AMS to SOF flights, Bulgaria Air has the best track record for timely arrivals.
If you want to include a stop along the way, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Sofia Airport. These are the top stopovers between AMS and SOF:
Nuremberg Airport
Vienna International Airport
Belgrad Nikola Tesla Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) to Sofia Airport (SOF)
At the moment, £75 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Sofia Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is £132. Remember that fares could change due to availability when booking.
To score cheap tickets from AMS to SOF, book your trip six months before your departure.
Plan your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Sofia Airport. If your travel dates are flexible, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfare across every month.
There's no need to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll send you an update the moment there's a new deal on cheap flights from AMS to SOF.
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Handy information about Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Amsterdam Airport Schiphol, data shows 67.93% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol is around 14 miles from central Amsterdam. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a journey time of around 1 hour 5 minutes.
Get your journey off to a relaxed start by staying near AMS. Whether you're catching an early flight from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Sofia Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays are the answer:
Arriving at Sofia Airport (SOF)
Consider booking a hotel near SOF if you're taking a late Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Sofia Airport flight. Pick one of these options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Grab a Sofia Airport rental car and explore Sofia and beyond with your own set of wheels. MEX, Surprice and NU Car Rentals are well-known companies to choose from here.
Lock in the best possible rate by booking your ride from Sofia Airport around one week in advance of your trip.
Getting from Sofia Airport (SOF) to central Sofia
Sofia Airport is roughly 7 miles from the centre of Sofia. The drive time takes around 15 minutes.
It typically takes 35 minutes if you're using public transport.
When to fly to Sofia Airport (SOF)
It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Sofia Airport. August is the busiest month to head to Sofia. If you're after a quieter vibe, go in April.
Before locking in your flight from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Sofia Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Sofia, with temperatures ranging from 14ºC (57ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from AMS to SOF in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -11ºC (12ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF) on average.
Explore more of Bulgaria
You've seen Sofia, now it's time to explore other corners of Bulgaria. Travel about 80 miles south-east to Plovdiv to check off its top attractions. From Plovdiv Old Town to Plovdiv Roman Theatre and Archaelogical Complex Nebet Tepe, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Varna is another standout destination in Bulgaria and is around 240 miles east of Sofia. No journey is complete without seeing Park Asparuhovo - Asparuhovo sea garden, Dormition of theotokos Cathedral and Sunset viewpoint (място за гледане на Залеза).