Flying from J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice (KRK) to Sofia Airport (SOF): what you need to know
Sofia's timezone is UTC+2, making Sofia one hour ahead of Krakow.
To ensure you get on your KRK to SOF flight, leave plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
During popular months like August, it's a good idea to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights when you fly during peak periods in general.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice to Sofia Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or visit a new city along the way. Check out these options between KRK and SOF:
Vienna International Airport
Frederic Chopin Airport
Franz Josef Strauss Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice (KRK) to Sofia Airport (SOF)
Right now, R 429 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice to Sofia Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is R 894. Keep in mind that fares can change due to availability when booking.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from KRK to SOF if you book ahead. Airlines often have some amazing early bird rates.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice to Sofia Airport throughout the month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your trip dates are flexible.
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Handy information about J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice (KRK)
60.59% of flights that depart J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice arrive at their destination on time.
Central Krakow to J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice is around 29 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 35 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
Taking public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 1 hour 35 minutes.
Searching for a handy hotel near KRK? If you're catching an early flight from J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice to Sofia Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Sofia Airport (SOF)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice to Sofia Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near SOF instead:
Hit the road running by picking up a Sofia Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from MEX, Surprice or NU Car Rentals and experience the lesser-explored corners of Sofia and beyond.
For the best deal, reserve your vehicle from Sofia Airport about one week before travelling.
Getting from Sofia Airport (SOF) to central Sofia
Sofia Airport is roughly 11 kilometres from central Sofia. Driving there takes about 15 minutes.
It'll take around 35 minutes when travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Sofia Airport (SOF)
August is the busiest month for flights from J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice to Sofia Airport. For a quieter experience, go to Sofia in April.
Book your flight from J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice to Sofia Airport for August if you want to go to Sofia during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 14ºC (57ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF).
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from KRK to SOF in January. Average temperatures are 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 once you've seen the sights of Sofia. Around 129 kilometres away to the south-east, top sights here include Plovdiv Old Town, Plovdiv Roman Theatre and Archaelogical Complex Nebet Tepe.
Around 386 kilometres east of Sofia, Varna is another essential stop in Bulgaria. No visit is complete without checking out Park Asparuhovo - Asparuhovo sea garden, Dormition of theotokos Cathedral and Sunset viewpoint (място за гледане на Залеза).