Travelling from Vaclav Havel Airport Prague (PRG) to Sofia Airport (SOF): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Vaclav Havel Airport Prague to Sofia Airport is 1 hour 50 minutes.
Sofia's timezone is UTC+2, making Sofia one hour ahead of Prague.
You can choose from six weekly Vaclav Havel Airport Prague to Sofia Airport flights. The 11:55 departure with Bulgaria Air is the earliest flight available. Bulgaria Air operates the latest service of the day at 18:20.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your PRG to SOF flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.
You can expect longer queues during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will give you ample time for security and boarding.
Jetting into Sofia (and then discovering more of Bulgaria!) is a snap with Bulgaria Air. This popular airline has direct flights from Vaclav Havel Airport Prague to Sofia Airport.
Most travellers choose to travel with Bulgaria Air on this route.
The carrier with the top on-time arrival rate for PRG to SOF flights is Bulgaria Air.
If you want to split up your journey, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Vaclav Havel Airport Prague to Sofia Airport. These are the top stopovers between PRG and SOF:
Vienna International Airport
Franz Josef Strauss Airport
Orio al Serio International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Vaclav Havel Airport Prague (PRG) to Sofia Airport (SOF)
At the moment, R 916 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Vaclav Havel Airport Prague to Sofia Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is R 2,322. Keep in mind that fares could change due to availability when booking.
Book seven months before your departure date. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure cheap tickets from PRG to SOF.
June is the cheapest month for flights from Vaclav Havel Airport Prague to Sofia Airport. If you prefer to fly during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares for each month.
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Handy information about Vaclav Havel Airport Prague (PRG)
69.89% of flights leaving from Vaclav Havel Airport Prague land at their destination on schedule.
Vaclav Havel Airport Prague is about 18 kilometres from central Prague. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 30 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a trip time of around 50 minutes.
Get your holiday off to a leisurely start by staying near PRG. Whether you've booked an early flight from Vaclav Havel Airport Prague to Sofia Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays are the answer:
Arriving at Sofia Airport (SOF)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a Vaclav Havel Airport Prague to Sofia Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near SOF instead:
Travel at your own speed with a Sofia Airport rental car. Book your wheels from MEX, Surprice or NU Car Rentals and venture far and wide through Sofia and beyond.
To lock in the lowest price, book your vehicle from Sofia Airport about one week before travelling.
Getting from Sofia Airport (SOF) to central Sofia
From Sofia Airport, Sofia is approximately 11 kilometres away. It takes around 15 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Getting there on public transport will take you around 35 minutes.
When to fly to Sofia Airport (SOF)
The quietest month for a flight from Vaclav Havel Airport Prague to Sofia Airport is April, while August is the most popular. Pick the best time to go to Sofia based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
When reserving your flight from Vaclav Havel Airport Prague to Sofia Airport, think about the type of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Sofia, with temperatures ranging from 14ºC (57ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between -11ºC (12ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF). Look for cheap tickets from PRG to SOF sometime then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Bulgaria
You've seen Sofia, now it's time to discover other parts of Bulgaria. Travel about 129 kilometres south-east to Plovdiv to tick 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 386 kilometres east of Sofia, Varna is another essential stop in Bulgaria. Start your sightseeing at Park Asparuhovo - Asparuhovo sea garden, Dormition of theotokos Cathedral and Sunset viewpoint (място за гледане на Залеза).