Flying from Sofia Airport (SOF) to Brussels S. Charleroi Airport (CRL): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Sofia Airport to Brussels S. Charleroi Airport is 2 hours 50 minutes.
Brussels is one hour behind Sofia and follows the UTC+1 timezone.
Flights from SOF to CRL start from 05:45 — the earliest with Ryanair. The latest departure is at 21:00 with Ryanair. In total, you can take your pick of 12 weekly Sofia Airport to Brussels S. Charleroi Airport flights.
Your SOF to CRL flight won't wait if you're late, so be at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
Travelling during a peak time such as August? School holidays and other high seasons can mean longer lines at security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Ryanair has direct flights from Sofia Airport to Brussels S. Charleroi Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to check out the sights in Brussels — and maybe even more of Belgium if your schedule allows.
The majority of passengers choose to travel with Ryanair on this route.
With a reliable 97.44% of services arriving on schedule, Wizz Air is the most punctual carrier for SOF to CRL flights.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Sofia Airport to Brussels S. Charleroi Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Here are some options between SOF and CRL:
Palese Airport
Vienna International Airport
Guglielmo Marconi Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Sofia Airport (SOF) to Brussels S. Charleroi Airport (CRL)
Right now, ر.ق. 72 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Sofia Airport to Brussels S. Charleroi Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is ر.ق. 150. Remember that fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Book six months before you travel. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from SOF to CRL.
The cheapest month for flights from Sofia Airport to Brussels S. Charleroi Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfares if you have flexible travel dates.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from SOF to CRL by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when a new low fare is offered.
Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Sofia Airport to Brussels S. Charleroi Airport.
Handy information about Sofia Airport (SOF)
66.73% of flights taking off from Sofia Airport touch down at their destination on time.
Sofia Airport is around 11 kilometres from central Sofia. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 15 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Planning to take public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 35 minutes.
Get your trip off to a relaxed start by staying near SOF. Whether you're taking an early flight from Sofia Airport to Brussels S. Charleroi Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Arriving at Brussels S. Charleroi Airport (CRL)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Sofia Airport to Brussels S. Charleroi Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near CRL instead:
Go where the road takes you with a Brussels S. Charleroi Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Keddy By Europcar, Thrifty or Budget and experience more of Brussels and beyond.
For the lowest price, reserve your ride from Brussels S. Charleroi Airport around two weeks in advance.
Getting from Brussels S. Charleroi Airport (CRL) to central Brussels
Brussels S. Charleroi Airport is approximately 56 kilometres from central Brussels. The drive time takes about 55 minutes.
It takes around 1 hour 35 minutes to get there using public transport.
When to fly to Brussels S. Charleroi Airport (CRL)
It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from Sofia Airport to Brussels S. Charleroi Airport. August is the most popular month to head to Brussels. If you want a quieter vibe, go in April.
When reserving your flight from Sofia Airport to Brussels S. Charleroi Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Brussels, with the temperature ranging from 12ºC to 27ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from SOF to CRL in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -2ºC and 8ºC on average.
Explore more of Belgium
Brussels has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of Belgium just waiting to be explored. About 48 kilometres south of Brussels, a trip to Charleroi will keep you on the go. Don't miss top attractions like Parc Gobbe, Maison Dermine (art déco — 1921) and Parc Ligny.
If you're interested in discovering another great destination in Belgium, head for Liege, about 88 kilometres east of Brussels. Gare de Liege-Guillemins, Curtius Museum and Montagne de Bueren are key reasons to visit.
