Travelling from Sofia Airport (SOF) to Bristol Airport (BRS): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Sofia Airport to Bristol Airport is 3 hours 35 minutes.
Bristol is two hours behind Sofia and follows the UTC+0 timezone.
Leave enough time to catch your SOF to BRS flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a peak time such as August? Public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer lines and delays at security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Ryanair has direct flights from Sofia Airport to Bristol Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to check out the sights in Bristol — and maybe even more of United Kingdom if your schedule allows.
The airline with the highest passenger demand on this route is Ryanair.
Among carriers operating SOF to BRS flights, Ryanair has the highest rate of on-time arrivals.
We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Sofia Airport to Bristol Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to visit the city of your choice. Worthwhile stopovers between SOF and BRS include:
Charles de Gaulle Airport
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
Vienna International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Sofia Airport (SOF) to Bristol Airport (BRS)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Sofia Airport to Bristol Airport flight is R 320. A round-trip ticket right now is R 1,155. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
Get cheap tickets from SOF to BRS by booking six months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for finding the biggest deals.
Organise your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Sofia Airport to Bristol Airport. If your travel dates are flexible, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfare across every month.
You don't need to check every day to see if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll update you as soon as the price changes on cheap flights from SOF to BRS.
Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Sofia Airport to Bristol Airport.
Handy information about Sofia Airport (SOF)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Sofia Airport, data shows 66.73% of flights complete their journey on time.
Central Sofia to Sofia Airport is around 11 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 15 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
The trip when using public transport usually takes 35 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to SOF? If you're catching an early flight from Sofia Airport to Bristol Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Bristol Airport (BRS)
If you have a late Sofia Airport to Bristol Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed shortly after at one of these options near BRS:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Bristol Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Green Motion, Alamo or Drivalia and experience the lesser-explored corners of Bristol and beyond.
To lock in the lowest price, book your ride from Bristol Airport about four weeks before you set off.
Getting from Bristol Airport (BRS) to central Bristol
Bristol Airport to central Bristol has a drive time of around 25 minutes. It's approximately 16 kilometres away.
It'll take around 1 hour 15 minutes to get there using public transport.
When to fly to Bristol Airport (BRS)
The quietest month for a flight from Sofia Airport to Bristol Airport is January, while August is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to go to Bristol based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
Lock in your flight from Sofia Airport to Bristol Airport for July if you want to visit Bristol during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 11ºC (52ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF).
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from SOF to BRS in January. Temperatures average between 0ºC (32ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF) then.
Explore more of United Kingdom
London is just one of the many places in United Kingdom waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Bristol. Around 177 kilometres away to the east, its top attractions include Big Ben, The British Museum and Buckingham Palace.
Around 121 kilometres north of Bristol, Birmingham is another essential stop in United Kingdom. No visit is complete without checking out Cadbury World, The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre.