Sofia Airport

Airport Airport

IATA Code
SOF
ICAO Code
LBSF
Airport Type
Large Airport
Class
International

Sofia Airport (SOF) is Bulgaria’s largest airport, serving domestic and international traffic. It operates with two passenger terminals (Terminal 2 is the main international terminal) and handles several million passengers annually. Bulgaria Air is the national carrier operating many services at SOF.

Sofia Airport
Elevation: 530 m
42.6964, 23.4177

Terminal Guide for Sofia Airport #

Sofia has two passenger terminals: Terminal 2 is the larger modern terminal housing most scheduled international and domestic services with comprehensive check‑in, security and a range of shops. Terminal 1 is smaller and handles a mix of low‑cost and other services. Both terminals provide basic passenger services, and there is a regular free shuttle bus between T1 and T2 for surface transfers.

Getting to and From Sofia Airport #

Sofia city centre is about a 20-25 minute journey from the airport. The metro serves Terminal 2 with a direct line to central Sofia-travel time to the city centre is about 20-25 minutes and a single ticket costs roughly 1.60 BGN. Several city buses run to the airport from different parts of Sofia; taxis and app‑based ride services are available outside arrivals (typical taxi fare to the centre is around 15-25 BGN). Car hire desks are located at the terminal.

Facilities, Shopping, and Dining at Sofia Airport #

Terminal 2 offers a wider range of shops, duty‑free for international departures, cafés and restaurants; Terminal 1 has more limited amenities. Wi‑Fi is provided (usually free with limited duration). Charging points and ATMs are available in both terminals. There are airline lounges and some pay‑per‑use lounge options in T2; assistance for passengers with reduced mobility is available on request.

Hotels and Layovers at Sofia Airport #

There are short‑stay hotels close to the airport and at a short taxi ride from the terminal.

  • Sofia Airport Hotel - adjacent to the airport grounds, reachable by a short taxi ride or local shuttle (property is independent; check hotel booking sites directly).

Tips for Sofia Airport #

  • Use the metro from Terminal 2 to central Sofia-the platform is adjacent to T2 and is often the fastest, cheapest route into the city.
  • If your flight uses Terminal 1 check transfer options: a free shuttle bus runs between T1 and T2 but allow extra time for the transfer.
  • Buy a single‑use metro ticket (contactless or token) at the station-fares are low (around 1.60 BGN for a single metro ride).

Weather & Climate near Sofia Airport #

Climate

Sofia Airport's climate is classified as Hot-Summer Continental - Hot-Summer Continental climate with warm summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -5°C to 28°C. Moderate rainfall (612 mm/year).

Air Quality: AQI 64 Moderate
Best Time to Visit
AugustSeptemberJuly
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
40°
Warmest Month
-25°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is the coldest month with highs of 3°C and lows of -5°C. Moderate rainfall (33 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

46 Poor

Comfort

-1°
Feels Like Freezing
-1°C
Temperature
-5°
90%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

33 mm
Rainfall
2.3 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.2
UV Index
Low
9.3h daylight

February

February is cold with highs of 6°C and lows of -4°C. Moderate rainfall (36 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

47 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-4°
85%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

36 mm
Rainfall
2.7 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.4
UV Index
Low
10.4h daylight

March

March is cold with highs of 11°C and lows of -1°C. Moderate rainfall (42 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

57 Acceptable

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-1° 11°
79%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

42 mm
Rainfall
2.8 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.7
UV Index
Moderate
11.8h daylight

April

April is cool with highs of 17°C and lows of 4°C. Moderate rainfall (55 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

65 Good

Comfort

10°
Feels Like Cool
10°C
Temperature
17°
74%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

55 mm
Rainfall
2.6 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.0
UV Index
High
13.2h daylight

May

May is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 8°C. The wettest month with 79 mm of rain and mostly overcast skies.

61 Good

Comfort

15°
Feels Like Cool
15°C
Temperature
22°
72%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

79 mm
Rainfall
2.2 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.4
UV Index
High
14.4h daylight

June

June is mild with highs of 25°C and lows of 12°C. Moderate rainfall (77 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

75 Very Good

Comfort

19°
Feels Like Mild
19°C
Temperature
12° 25°
67%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

77 mm
Rainfall
2.2 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.7
UV Index
Very High
15.1h daylight

July

July is the warmest month with highs of 28°C and lows of 13°C. Moderate rainfall (64 mm).

83 Excellent

Comfort

21°
Feels Like Mild
21°C
Temperature
13° 28°
60%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

64 mm
Rainfall
2.3 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.9
UV Index
Very High
14.8h daylight

August

August is mild with highs of 28°C and lows of 13°C. Moderate rainfall (50 mm).

85 Excellent

Comfort

20°
Feels Like Mild
20°C
Temperature
13° 28°
58%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

50 mm
Rainfall
2.0 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.6
UV Index
Very High
13.7h daylight

September

September is cool with highs of 23°C and lows of 9°C. Moderate rainfall (43 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

85 Excellent

Comfort

16°
Feels Like Cool
16°C
Temperature
23°
63%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

43 mm
Rainfall
2.1 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.1
UV Index
High
12.3h daylight

October

October is cool with highs of 17°C and lows of 5°C. Moderate rainfall (43 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

71 Very Good

Comfort

11°
Feels Like Cool
11°C
Temperature
17°
74%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

43 mm
Rainfall
2.0 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.6
UV Index
Moderate
10.9h daylight

November

November is cold with highs of 9°C and lows of 0°C. Moderate rainfall (50 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

59 Acceptable

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
82%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

50 mm
Rainfall
2.2 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.3
UV Index
Low
9.6h daylight

December

December is cold with highs of 4°C and lows of -3°C. Moderate rainfall (40 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

47 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-3°
88%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

40 mm
Rainfall
2.2 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.1
UV Index
Low
9.0h daylight

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