Travelling from Sofia Airport (SOF) to Samarkand Airport (SKD): what you need to know
Samarkand's timezone is UTC+5, making Samarkand three hours ahead of Sofia.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your SOF to SKD flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid a last-minute sprint to the gate.
Travelling during a peak time like August? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer queues at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
If you'd love to visit another city along the way, consider a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Sofia Airport to Samarkand Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Istanbul Ataturk Airport is a popular stop between SOF and SKD.
How to find the cheapest flights from Sofia Airport (SOF) to Samarkand Airport (SKD)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Sofia Airport to Samarkand Airport flight is ر.ق. 644. A round-trip plane ticket right now is ر.ق. 1,506. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from SOF to SKD if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird discounts.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Sofia Airport to Samarkand Airport across each month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your travel plans are flexible.
Picking up cheap flights from SOF to SKD is a breeze with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch as soon as a new discounted fare appears.
Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Sofia Airport to Samarkand Airport.
Handy information about Sofia Airport (SOF)
When it comes to Sofia Airport's on-time performance, 66.73% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.
To reach Sofia Airport from central Sofia, it'll take about 15 minutes if you're going by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 11 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Taking public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 35 minutes.
Get your journey off to a relaxed start by staying near SOF. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Sofia Airport to Samarkand Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Arriving at Samarkand Airport (SKD)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Sofia Airport to Samarkand Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near SKD instead:
Grab a Samarkand Airport rental car and explore Samarkand and beyond with your own set of wheels. Europcar, Sixt and Keddy By Europcar are top outlets to choose from here.
Secure the lowest price by reserving your ride from Samarkand Airport about one week before your travel date.
Getting from Samarkand Airport (SKD) to central Samarkand
Samarkand Airport to central Samarkand has a drive time of around 15 minutes. It's approximately 6 kilometres away.
When to fly to Samarkand Airport (SKD)
It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from Sofia Airport to Samarkand Airport. July is the busiest month to head to Samarkand. If you'd like a more laid-back vibe, go in February.
Lock in your flight from Sofia Airport to Samarkand Airport for July if you'd like to go to Samarkand during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 14ºC and 34ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from SOF to SKD in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -11ºC and 8ºC on average.
Explore more of Uzbekistan
Samarkand is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of Uzbekistan just waiting to be discovered. Around 274 kilometres north-east of Samarkand, a visit to Tashkent will keep you on the move. Start with leading sights like Chorsu Bazaar, Amir Timur Museum and Tashkent TV tower.
Around 418 kilometres east of Samarkand, Namangan is another essential stop in Uzbekistan. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Hamza kalsavoy, Afsonalar vodiysi and Ola Buka.
