Travelling from Sofia Airport (SOF) to Islamabad International Airport (ISB): what you need to know
The timezone in Islamabad is UTC+5, which is three hours ahead of Sofia.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Show up at the airport on time to catch your SOF to ISB flight.
You'll likely experience longer queues in popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures will give you ample time for security and boarding.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Sofia Airport to Islamabad International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Worthwhile stopovers between SOF and ISB include:
Istanbul Ataturk Airport
Dubai Airport
Hamad International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Sofia Airport (SOF) to Islamabad International Airport (ISB)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Sofia Airport to Islamabad International Airport flight is R 3,816. A return fare right now is R 7,448. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
It's usually best to book ahead of time if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from SOF to ISB. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
Getting cheap flights from Sofia Airport to Islamabad International Airport is easier if you're flexible with your travel plans. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices across the month and snap up a great deal.
There's no need to check back in every day to find out if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll send you an update the moment there's a change in price on cheap flights from SOF to ISB.
Tailor your flights using filters. Select your preferred arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Sofia Airport to Islamabad International Airport.
Handy information about Sofia Airport (SOF)
Of the flights that depart from Sofia Airport, 66.73% land on schedule at their destination.
To reach Sofia Airport from central Sofia, it'll take around 15 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 11 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Expect a journey time of roughly 35 minutes when using public transport.
Booked an early flight from Sofia Airport to Islamabad International Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these stays near SOF:
Arriving at Islamabad International Airport (ISB)
Consider staying in a hotel close to ISB if you're on a late Sofia Airport to Islamabad International Airport flight. Check in to one of these options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Getting from Islamabad International Airport (ISB) to central Islamabad
From Islamabad International Airport, Islamabad is approximately 31 kilometres away. It takes around 35 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Getting there by public transport takes about 1 hour 25 minutes.
When to fly to Islamabad International Airport (ISB)
It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from Sofia Airport to Islamabad International Airport. July is the most popular month to visit Islamabad. If you prefer a more low-key vibe, go in April.
Book your flight from Sofia Airport to Islamabad International Airport for June if you'd like to explore Islamabad during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 24ºC (75ºF) and 39ºC (102ºF).
January has average temperatures of between 4ºC (39ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF). Search for cheap tickets from SOF to ISB sometime then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Pakistan
Lahore is just one of the many cities in Pakistan waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Islamabad. Around 274 kilometres away to the south-east, its best attractions include Khayaban-e-Quaid New Parks, B Block Park Sabzazar and Tariq garden mini zoo.
Faisalabad is another standout destination in Pakistan and is around 257 kilometres south of Islamabad. No journey is complete without a visit to Gulshan-E-Haram, Main Park گلشنِ حرم مَین پارک, Norani Park and Triangle park Chambeli block.
