Travelling from Liverpool John Lennon Airport (LPL) to Sofia Airport (SOF): what you need to know
Around 3 hours 20 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Liverpool John Lennon Airport to Sofia Airport.
Sofia is two hours ahead of Liverpool and is in the UTC+2 timezone.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to board your LPL to SOF flight.
During popular months such as August, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're travelling during peak periods in general.
Ryanair is your gateway to discovering Sofia (and perhaps some other great corners of Bulgaria!). Browse the direct flights from Liverpool John Lennon Airport to Sofia Airport offered by this carrier.
The majority of travellers choose to travel with Ryanair on this route.
The most punctual carrier that offers LPL to SOF flights is Ryanair. Its services arrive as scheduled 71.43% of the time.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Liverpool John Lennon Airport to Sofia Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or enjoy a detour to a new and interesting place. Here's where you can stop between LPL and SOF:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
Vaclav Havel Airport Prague
Charles de Gaulle Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Liverpool John Lennon Airport (LPL) to Sofia Airport (SOF)
Currently, £25 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Liverpool John Lennon Airport to Sofia Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is £75. Remember that fares may change due to demand when booking.
To secure cheap tickets from LPL to SOF, book your journey two months before your planned departure.
The cheapest month for flights from Liverpool John Lennon Airport to Sofia Airport is January. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfares if you have a flexible schedule.
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Handy information about Liverpool John Lennon Airport (LPL)
Of all flights leaving Liverpool John Lennon Airport, 74.3% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Liverpool John Lennon Airport is about 10 miles from central Liverpool. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 30 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Expect a trip time of roughly 50 minutes when using public transport.
Get your break off to a leisurely start by staying near LPL. Whether you're taking an early flight from Liverpool John Lennon Airport to Sofia Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays have you covered:
Arriving at Sofia Airport (SOF)
If you're getting in on a late Liverpool John Lennon Airport to Sofia Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these accommodation options near SOF:
Pick up a Sofia Airport rental car and explore Sofia and beyond with your own wheels. MEX, Surprice and NU Car Rentals are popular providers to choose from here.
Reserving your ride from Sofia Airport around one week in advance boosts your odds of scoring a great price.
Getting from Sofia Airport (SOF) to central Sofia
Sofia Airport is approximately 7 miles from central Sofia. The drive time takes about 15 minutes.
It'll take around 35 minutes to get there using public transport.
When to fly to Sofia Airport (SOF)
August is the busiest month for flights from Liverpool John Lennon Airport to Sofia Airport. To avoid the crowds, travel to Sofia in April.
Before locking in your flight from Liverpool John Lennon Airport 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).
January sees average temperatures of between -11ºC (12ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF). Look for cheap tickets from LPL to SOF around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Bulgaria
Plovdiv is just one of the many cities in Bulgaria waiting to be discovered once you've seen Sofia. Around 80 miles away to the south-east, its top attractions include Plovdiv Old Town, Plovdiv Roman Theatre and Archaelogical Complex Nebet Tepe.
Varna is another sought-after destination in Bulgaria and is around 240 miles 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).