Travelling from Hannover Airport (HAJ) to Sofia Airport (SOF): what you need to know
Sofia is one hour ahead of Hannover and follows the UTC+2 timezone.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your HAJ to SOF flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.
During popular months like June, you'll want to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights when you fly during a peak period in general.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Hannover Airport to Sofia Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Top stopovers between HAJ and SOF include:
Frankfurt Airport
Franz Josef Strauss Airport
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Hannover Airport (HAJ) to Sofia Airport (SOF)
R 1,860 is the lowest price for a one-way Hannover Airport to Sofia Airport flight. A return flight starts at R 4,134. These fares may change depending on availability and demand.
It's usually smart to book as early as possible if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from HAJ to SOF. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Hannover Airport to Sofia Airport throughout the entire month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your dates aren't set in stone.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from HAJ to SOF by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a lower fare pops up.
Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Hannover Airport to Sofia Airport.
Handy information about Hannover Airport (HAJ)
80.22% of flights leaving Hannover Airport reach their destination according to schedule. With its strong on-time performance, you're unlikely to face delays when flying out of HAJ.
Hannover Airport is about 14 kilometres from central Hannover. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a journey time of around 45 minutes.
Taking an early flight from Hannover Airport to Sofia Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these hotels close to HAJ:
Arriving at Sofia Airport (SOF)
If you're arriving on a late Hannover Airport to Sofia Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be resting soon after at one of these options near SOF:
Explore without limits with a Sofia Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from MEX, Surprice or NU Car Rentals and chase adventure across Sofia and beyond.
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 11 kilometres from central Sofia. Driving there takes about 15 minutes.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 35 minutes.
When to fly to Sofia Airport (SOF)
August is the busiest month for flights from Hannover Airport to Sofia Airport. For a quieter experience, travel to Sofia in April.
The warmest month in Sofia is August, with temperatures ranging between 14ºC (57ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Book your flights from Hannover Airport to Sofia Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from HAJ to SOF in January. Average temperatures are between -11ºC (12ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF) then.
Explore more of Bulgaria
Sofia has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of Bulgaria you'll want to see. Around 129 kilometres south-east of Sofia, a visit to Plovdiv will keep you busy. Start with leading attractions like Plovdiv Old Town, Plovdiv Roman Theatre and Archaelogical Complex Nebet Tepe.
If you're interested in discovering another major destination in Bulgaria, consider Varna, about 386 kilometres east of Sofia. Park Asparuhovo - Asparuhovo sea garden, Dormition of theotokos Cathedral and Sunset viewpoint (място за гледане на Залеза) are among its highlights.