Travelling from Sofia Airport (SOF) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Sofia Airport to Edinburgh Airport is 3 hours 45 minutes.
The timezone in Edinburgh is UTC+0, which is two hours behind Sofia.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Show up at the airport on time to catch your SOF to EDI flight.
You'll likely experience longer lines in popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
Ryanair is your gateway to discovering Edinburgh (and perhaps some other exciting corners of United Kingdom!). Browse the direct flights from Sofia Airport to Edinburgh Airport offered by this popular carrier.
The airline with the highest number of bookings on this route is Ryanair.
The most punctual carrier operating SOF to EDI flights is Ryanair. Its services land as planned 68.0% of the time.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Sofia Airport to Edinburgh Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Stopovers between SOF and EDI include:
Hamburg Airport
Memmingen Allgau Airport
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
How to find the cheapest flights from Sofia Airport (SOF) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
Right now, £17 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Sofia Airport to Edinburgh Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is £59. Bear in mind that fares may change due to demand when booking.
Book seven months before travelling. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap tickets from SOF to EDI.
June is the cheapest month for flights from Sofia Airport to Edinburgh Airport. If you prefer to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices across every month.
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Find the perfect flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Sofia Airport to Edinburgh Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by airline, arrival and departure times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Sofia Airport (SOF)
Of the departures from Sofia Airport, 66.73% land on time at their destination.
Central Sofia to Sofia Airport is approximately 7 miles. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 15 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
You can expect a journey time of around 35 minutes on public transport.
Get your trip off to a leisurely start by staying near SOF. Whether you're taking an early flight from Sofia Airport to Edinburgh Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays are the answer:
Arriving at Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Sofia Airport to Edinburgh Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near EDI instead:
Grab an Edinburgh Airport rental car and discover Edinburgh and beyond with your own set of wheels. Green Motion, Drivalia and Hertz are leading providers you can book with here.
Reserving your ride from Edinburgh Airport around one week in advance can help you get the lowest rate.
Getting from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to central Edinburgh
From Edinburgh Airport, Edinburgh is approximately 9 miles away. It takes around 30 minutes to drive to the centre.
Getting there by public transport typically takes 40 minutes.
When to fly to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
June is the most popular month for flights from Sofia Airport to Edinburgh Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, visit Edinburgh in January.
The warmest month in Edinburgh is July, with temperatures ranging between 9ºC (48ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF). Book your flights from Sofia Airport to Edinburgh Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
January has average temperatures of between -1ºC (30ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF). Look for cheap tickets from SOF to EDI sometime then if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of United Kingdom
Birmingham is just one of the many places in United Kingdom waiting to be explored once you've seen Edinburgh. Around 250 miles away to the south, well-known attractions include Cadbury World, The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre.
If you're looking to explore another great destination in United Kingdom, consider Glasgow, about 40 miles west of Edinburgh. Glasgow Cathedral, Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum and Riverside Museum are key highlights.