Travelling from Glasgow International Airport (GLA) to Sofia Airport (SOF): what you need to know
The timezone in Sofia is UTC+2, which is two hours ahead of Glasgow.
Give yourself enough time to make your GLA to SOF flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Be prepared for longer lines during popular months like June. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Glasgow International Airport to Sofia Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Worthwhile stopovers between GLA and SOF include:
Cologne Bonn Airport
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
London Heathrow Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Glasgow International Airport (GLA) to Sofia Airport (SOF)
Right now, ر.ق. 270 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Glasgow International Airport to Sofia Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is ر.ق. 638. Keep in mind that fares could change due to availability when booking.
To find cheap tickets from GLA to SOF, book in advance. Airlines usually offer their best fares when flights are first made available.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Glasgow International Airport to Sofia Airport throughout the entire month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your travel plans aren't set in stone.
Landing cheap flights from GLA to SOF is easy with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you as soon as there's a better deal.
Find the right flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Glasgow International Airport to Sofia Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by airline, departure and arrival times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Glasgow International Airport (GLA)
Of all flights leaving Glasgow International Airport, 70.07% land on schedule at their destination.
Central Glasgow to Glasgow International Airport is around 14 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 15 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
Catching public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 35 minutes.
Taking an early flight from Glasgow International Airport to Sofia Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels near GLA:
Arriving at Sofia Airport (SOF)
The last thing you want is a long trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Glasgow International Airport to Sofia Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near SOF instead:
Grab a Sofia Airport rental car and explore Sofia and beyond with your own set of wheels. MEX, Surprice and NU Car Rentals are well-known companies you can book with here.
Get the best deal by booking your vehicle from Sofia Airport about one week ahead of your departure.
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 by car.
Travelling by public transport will take you roughly 35 minutes.
When to fly to Sofia Airport (SOF)
The quietest month for a flight from Glasgow International Airport to Sofia Airport is April, while August is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to go to Sofia based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
When booking your flight from Glasgow International Airport to Sofia Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Sofia, with the temperature ranging from 14ºC to 30ºC.
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from GLA to SOF in January. Temperatures average between -11ºC and 7ºC then.
Explore more of Bulgaria
You've visited Sofia, now it's time to explore more of Bulgaria. Travel about 129 kilometres south-east to Plovdiv to tick off its leading sights. From Plovdiv Old Town to Plovdiv Roman Theatre and Archaelogical Complex Nebet Tepe, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Around 386 kilometres east of Sofia, Varna is another favourite stop in Bulgaria. Start your sightseeing at Park Asparuhovo - Asparuhovo sea garden, Dormition of theotokos Cathedral and Sunset viewpoint (място за гледане на Залеза).
