Travelling from Cote D'Azur Airport (NCE) to Sofia Airport (SOF): what you need to know
Take a direct flight from Cote D'Azur Airport to Sofia Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 2 hours 10 minutes.
Sofia is one hour ahead of Nice and is in the UTC+2 timezone.
Each week, there are nine Cote D'Azur Airport to Sofia Airport flights. If you want to jet off as soon as possible, go for the 08:05 Wizz Air flight. If you're eager to make the most of your time before you fly, the last departure is at 21:15 with Wizz Air.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to board your NCE to SOF flight.
During popular months like July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're travelling during a high season in general.
Wizz Air has direct flights from Cote D'Azur Airport to Sofia Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to tick off the sights in Sofia — and maybe even more of Bulgaria if you have time.
Most travellers choose to travel with Wizz Air on this route.
Wizz Air ranks as the top on-time carrier for NCE to SOF flights, with 81.82% of its services landing as scheduled.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Cote D'Azur Airport to Sofia Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Check out these options between NCE and SOF:
Naples International Airport
Franz Josef Strauss Airport
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Cote D'Azur Airport (NCE) to Sofia Airport (SOF)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Cote D'Azur Airport to Sofia Airport flight is £25. A round-trip plane ticket right now is £52. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
Score cheap tickets from NCE to SOF by booking six months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.
May is the cheapest month for flights from Cote D'Azur Airport to Sofia Airport. If you're looking to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for each month.
Picking up cheap flights from NCE to SOF is a breeze with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know as soon as a lower fare pops up.
Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Cote D'Azur Airport to Sofia Airport.
Handy information about Cote D'Azur Airport (NCE)
74.5% of flights leaving from Cote D'Azur Airport touch down at their destination on time.
Cote D'Azur Airport is about 5 miles from central Nice. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Expect a journey time of about 40 minutes when using public transport.
Need a handy hotel close to NCE? If you're boarding an early flight from Cote D'Azur Airport to Sofia Airport, these stays will have you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Sofia Airport (SOF)
Consider staying in a hotel near SOF if you're on a late Cote D'Azur Airport to Sofia Airport flight. Select one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Grab a Sofia Airport rental car and explore Sofia and beyond with your own set of wheels. MEX, Surprice and NU Car Rentals are top outlets to choose from here.
To get the best deal, book your vehicle from Sofia Airport about one week before travelling.
Getting from Sofia Airport (SOF) to central Sofia
Sofia Airport is approximately 7 miles from central Sofia. Driving there takes about 15 minutes.
Getting there on public transport typically takes 35 minutes.
When to fly to Sofia Airport (SOF)
The quietest month for a flight from Cote D'Azur Airport to Sofia Airport is April, while August is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to go to Sofia based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
The warmest month in Sofia is August, with the temperature ranging between 14ºC (57ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Book your flights from Cote D'Azur Airport to Sofia Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from NCE to SOF in January. Temperatures average between -11ºC (12ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF) then.
Explore more of Bulgaria
Plovdiv is just one of the many places in Bulgaria waiting to be discovered after 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 essential stop in Bulgaria and is around 240 miles east of Sofia. No journey is complete without experiencing Park Asparuhovo - Asparuhovo sea garden, Dormition of theotokos Cathedral and Sunset viewpoint (място за гледане на Залеза).