Flying from Lambert-St. Louis International Airport (STL) to Sofia Airport (SOF): what you need to know
Sofia is seven hours ahead of St Louis and observes the UTC+2 timezone.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Be at the airport on time to catch your STL to SOF flight.
You'll likely experience longer lines during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
Choose a stopover if you prefer to break up your flight. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to see all your options for tickets from Lambert-St. Louis International Airport to Sofia Airport. Frankfurt Airport is a popular stopover on the STL to SOF route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Lambert-St. Louis International Airport (STL) to Sofia Airport (SOF)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Lambert-St. Louis International Airport to Sofia Airport flight is £334. A round-trip plane ticket right now is £730. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
To pick up cheap tickets from STL to SOF, book in advance. Airlines tend to offer their best fares when flights are first made available.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Lambert-St. Louis International Airport to Sofia Airport across each month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your travel plans aren't set in stone.
You won't have to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll update you as soon as the price changes on cheap flights from STL to SOF.
Secure the perfect flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Lambert-St. Louis International Airport to Sofia Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by airline, arrival and departure times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Lambert-St. Louis International Airport (STL)
The address for STL is 10701 Lambert International Blvd..
Of all flights leaving Lambert-St. Louis International Airport, 78.04% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Central St Louis to Lambert-St. Louis International Airport is around 16 miles. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
You can expect a trip time of around 35 minutes when using public transport.
Looking for a handy hotel near STL? If you're catching an early flight from Lambert-St. Louis International Airport to Sofia Airport, these stays will put you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Sofia Airport (SOF)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a Lambert-St. Louis International Airport to Sofia Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near SOF instead:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Sofia Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from MEX, Surprice or NU Car Rentals and venture far and wide through Sofia and beyond.
To get the best deal, book your ride from Sofia Airport around one week ahead.
Getting from Sofia Airport (SOF) to central Sofia
From Sofia Airport, Sofia is approximately 7 miles away. It takes around 15 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Travelling by public transport takes about 35 minutes.
When to fly to Sofia Airport (SOF)
The quietest month for a flight from Lambert-St. Louis International Airport to Sofia Airport is April, while August is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to visit Sofia based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
The warmest month in Sofia is August, with the temperature ranging between 14ºC (57ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Book your flights from Lambert-St. Louis International Airport to Sofia Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
January sees average temperatures of between -11ºC (12ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF). Look for cheap tickets from STL to SOF around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Bulgaria
You've visited Sofia, now it's time to explore other corners of Bulgaria. Travel about 80 miles south-east to Plovdiv to check off its must-visit sights. From Plovdiv Old Town to Plovdiv Roman Theatre and Archaelogical Complex Nebet Tepe, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Around 240 miles east of Sofia, Varna is another essential stop in Bulgaria. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Park Asparuhovo - Asparuhovo sea garden, Dormition of theotokos Cathedral and Sunset viewpoint (място за гледане на Залеза).
