Flying from Sofia Airport (SOF) to Almaty Airport (ALA): what you need to know
Almaty is four hours ahead of Sofia and is in the UTC+6 timezone.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your SOF to ALA 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.
During popular months such as August, it's best to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights when you fly during peak periods in general.
If you want to split up your journey, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Sofia Airport to Almaty Airport. Here are the top stopovers between SOF and ALA:
Antalya Airport
Istanbul Ataturk Airport
Dubai Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Sofia Airport (SOF) to Almaty Airport (ALA)
Right now, R 2,021 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Sofia Airport to Almaty Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is R 6,608. Bear in mind that fares can change due to availability when booking.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from SOF to ALA if you book ahead. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird discounts.
If you're willing to be flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' search function. It'll show you the lowest price across the month when looking for a flight from Sofia Airport to Almaty Airport.
You won't have to check back in every day to see if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll send you an update the moment the price changes on cheap flights from SOF to ALA.
Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Sofia Airport to Almaty Airport.
Handy information about Sofia Airport (SOF)
Of the departures from Sofia Airport, 66.73% touch down on time at their destination.
Sofia Airport is about 11 kilometres from central Sofia. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 15 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The journey on public transport will take about 35 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel near SOF? If you're boarding an early flight from Sofia Airport to Almaty Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Almaty Airport (ALA)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a Sofia Airport to Almaty Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near ALA instead:
Hit the road running by picking up an Almaty Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from AmiGo!, Hertz or Vladex to explore Almaty and beyond.
Get the best deal by booking your vehicle from Almaty Airport around two weeks before your trip.
Getting from Almaty Airport (ALA) to central Almaty
Almaty Airport is roughly 24 kilometres from central Almaty. The drive time takes about 35 minutes.
When to fly to Almaty Airport (ALA)
The quietest month for a flight from Sofia Airport to Almaty Airport is February, while July is the most popular. Pick the best time to go to Almaty based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
When reserving your flight from Sofia Airport to Almaty Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Almaty, with the temperature ranging from 12ºC (54ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from SOF to ALA in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -16ºC (3ºF) and 3ºC (37ºF) on average.
Explore more of Kazakhstan
You've seen Almaty, now it's time to explore other parts of Kazakhstan. Travel around 338 kilometres north-east to Sarkand to check off its top attractions. From Park Zhastar to Dom Slavy and Park, your itinerary will be busy.
Talghar is another well-known destination in Kazakhstan and is around 32 kilometres east of Almaty. No journey is complete without experiencing Park Imeni T.ryskulova, Ancient Town Talgar and Mini-Bayterek.