Flying from Larnaca International Airport (LCA) to Sofia Airport (SOF): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Larnaca International Airport to Sofia Airport is 2 hours 20 minutes.
Larnaca and Sofia follow the same timezone, UTC+2.
Flights from LCA to SOF start at 08:45 — the first with Wizz Air. The last service of the day is at 23:55 with Wizz Air. In total, you can choose from seven weekly Larnaca International Airport to Sofia Airport flights.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to catch your LCA to SOF flight.
You can expect bigger queues in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
Getting to Sofia (and then discovering more of Bulgaria!) is a snap with Bulgaria Air. This popular airline offers direct flights from Larnaca International Airport to Sofia Airport.
Most passengers choose to travel with Bulgaria Air on this route.
Among carriers operating LCA to SOF flights, Wizz Air has the best track record for timely arrivals.
If you'd like to include a stop along the way, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Larnaca International Airport to Sofia Airport. These are the top stopovers between LCA and SOF:
Belgrad Nikola Tesla Airport
Ben Gurion International Airport
Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Larnaca International Airport (LCA) to Sofia Airport (SOF)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Larnaca International Airport to Sofia Airport flight is R 354. A round-trip fare right now is R 756. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
Get cheap tickets from LCA to SOF by booking six months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.
The cheapest month for flights from Larnaca International Airport to Sofia Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have flexible dates.
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Discover the right flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Larnaca International Airport to Sofia Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by airline, departure and arrival times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Larnaca International Airport (LCA)
Of the flights that depart from Larnaca International Airport, 78.93% land on time at their destination.
Larnaca International Airport is around 8 kilometres from central Larnaca. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 15 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Booked an early flight from Larnaca International Airport to Sofia Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these stays near LCA:
Arriving at Sofia Airport (SOF)
Reserve a hotel near SOF if you're catching a late Larnaca International Airport to Sofia Airport flight. Pick one of these options and make your arrival easier:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Sofia Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from MEX, Surprice or NU Car Rentals and explore beyond Sofia's main sights.
Get the best deal by booking your vehicle from Sofia Airport around one week ahead of your trip.
Getting from Sofia Airport (SOF) to central Sofia
From Sofia Airport, Sofia is approximately 11 kilometres away. It takes around 15 minutes to drive to the centre.
It takes around 35 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
When to fly to Sofia Airport (SOF)
The quietest month for a flight from Larnaca International Airport to Sofia Airport is April, while August is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to visit Sofia based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
The warmest month in Sofia is August, with temperatures ranging between 14ºC (57ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Lock in your flights from Larnaca International Airport to Sofia Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
Look for cheap tickets from LCA to SOF in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -11ºC (12ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF) on average.
Explore more of Bulgaria
Plovdiv is just one of the many places in Bulgaria waiting to be explored after you've seen Sofia. Around 129 kilometres away to the south-east, popular attractions include Plovdiv Old Town, Plovdiv Roman Theatre and Archaelogical Complex Nebet Tepe.
Varna is another well-known destination in Bulgaria and is around 386 kilometres east of Sofia. No journey is complete without visiting Park Asparuhovo - Asparuhovo sea garden, Dormition of theotokos Cathedral and Sunset viewpoint (място за гледане на Залеза).