What airport do you fly into for flights to Sofia?

For a flight to Sofia, you will be flying into Sofia. Sofia (SOF) is just 6.7 km from the centre of the city.

Can I find cheaper flights to Sofia if I am willing to have stopovers?

Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Sofia on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

What is the best airline to fly to Sofia?

Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, Qatar Airways is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Sofia.

Does Sofia have rental cars?

Yes. Those touching down at Sofia can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.

Are there hotels close to Sofia?

Yes. Sofia has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. ibis Sofia Airport is the closest property to Sofia (0.0 km away from Sofia).

What are the most popular airlines that fly to Sofia?

The most popular airlines flying from Auckland to Sofia are Turkish Airlines, Qatar Airways and Lufthansa.

How long is the flight to Sofia?

On average, a flight from Auckland to Sofia takes 38 hours 30 minutes. Flights to Sofia from other popular cities in New Zealand will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Sofia ranges from 30.0 - 70.0 mm per month. June is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 70.0 mm. January is typically the driest time to visit Sofia when rainfall is around 30.0 mm.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Sofia, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 20.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around -1.0 C).

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28/3-3/5
4 total stops
85h 00m total
Auckland to Sofia

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Wed 3/610:10AKL - SOF

2 stops61h 50mTurkish Airlines

Sat 6/621:05SOF - AKL

2 stops50h 20mTurkish Airlines

Deal found 10/1$2,012

Sat 25/408:55AKL - SOF

3 stops56h 50mTurkish Airlines

Sat 23/515:50SOF - AKL

2 stops55h 35mTurkish Airlines

Deal found 10/1$2,057

Tue 9/610:10AKL - SOF

2 stops43h 05mMultiple Airlines

Tue 10/1110:05SOF - AKL

3 stops32h 25mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 10/1$2,073

Thu 11/611:10AKL - SOF

2 stops30h 35mMultiple Airlines

Wed 11/1121:40SOF - AKL

2 stops47h 15mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 10/1$2,195

Thu 11/610:10AKL - SOF

2 stops43h 05mTurkish Airlines

Wed 11/1121:40SOF - AKL

3 stops56h 10mTurkish Airlines

Deal found 10/1$2,207

Tue 9/610:10AKL - SOF

2 stops37h 50mTurkish Airlines

Wed 11/1121:40SOF - AKL

3 stops56h 10mTurkish Airlines

Deal found 10/1$2,216

Sat 28/319:35AKL - SOF

2 stops47h 10mTurkish Airlines

Sun 3/509:35SOF - AKL

2 stops37h 50mTurkish Airlines

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Sat 28/319:35AKL - SOF

2 stops47h 10mTurkish Airlines

Sun 3/509:35SOF - AKL

2 stops37h 50mTurkish Airlines

Deal found 10/1$2,302

Sat 28/306:00AKL - SOF

3 stops48h 10mBritish Airways

Sun 3/521:05SOF - AKL

2 stops53h 35mBritish Airways

Deal found 10/1$2,471

Fri 27/308:55AKL - SOF

3 stops46h 55mMultiple Airlines

Sun 3/509:35SOF - AKL

3 stops34h 55mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 10/1$2,645

Fri 27/313:25AKL - SOF

2 stops46h 20mEmirates

Sun 3/515:25SOF - AKL

1 stop33h 30mEmirates

Deal found 10/1$4,066

Fri 27/308:55AKL - SOF

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Sun 3/515:50SOF - AKL

2 stops55h 35mTurkish Airlines

Deal found 10/1$2,458

Sat 28/316:45AKL - SOF

3 stops32h 15mMultiple Airlines

Sun 3/509:35SOF - AKL

3 stops34h 55mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 10/1$2,751

Fri 3/413:40AKL - SOF

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Thu 16/402:05SOF - AKL

2 stops26h 40mEmirates

Deal found 10/1$4,117

Sat 28/315:05AKL - SOF

2 stops33h 20mEmirates

Sun 3/515:25SOF - AKL

1 stop33h 30mEmirates

Deal found 10/1$4,150

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Price

AucklandSofia

AKL - SOF

AKLSOF

Auckland Intl

Sat 28/3

19:35-07:45

2 stops47h 10m

Sofia

Sun 3/5

09:35-08:25

2 stops37h 50m

$2,302

AucklandSofia

AKL - SOF

AKLSOF

Auckland Intl

Fri 27/3

08:55-20:50

3 stops46h 55m

Sofia

Sun 3/5

15:50-08:25

2 stops55h 35m

$2,458

AucklandSofia

AKL - SOF

AKLSOF

Auckland Intl

Sat 28/3

06:00-19:10

3 stops48h 10m

Sofia

Sun 3/5

21:05-11:40

2 stops53h 35m

$2,471

AucklandSofia

AKL - SOF

AKLSOF

Auckland Intl

Fri 27/3

08:55-20:50

3 stops46h 55m

Sofia

Sun 3/5

09:35-05:30

3 stops34h 55m

$2,645

AucklandSofia

AKL - SOF

AKLSOF

Auckland Intl

Sat 28/3

16:45-14:00

3 stops32h 15m

Sofia

Sun 3/5

09:35-05:30

3 stops34h 55m

$2,751

AucklandSofia

AKL - SOF

AKLSOF

Auckland Intl

Fri 27/3

13:25-00:45

2 stops46h 20m

Sofia

Sun 3/5

15:25-09:55

1 stop33h 30m

$4,066

AucklandSofia

AKL - SOF

AKLSOF

Auckland Intl

Fri 3/4

13:40-01:05

2 stops45h 25m

Sofia

Thu 16/4

02:05-13:45

2 stops26h 40m

$4,117

AucklandSofia

AKL - SOF

AKLSOF

Auckland Intl

Sat 28/3

15:05-13:25

2 stops33h 20m

Sofia

Sun 3/5

15:25-09:55

1 stop33h 30m

$4,150

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What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Sofia?

The cheapest airlines flying from Auckland to Sofia are Qatar Airways, Turkish Airlines and Lufthansa.

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Read through reviews of airlines serving Bulgaria, such as Qatar Airways, Turkish Airlines, andLufthansa. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

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7.4

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1 / 20

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Leticia,Sept 2025

SDK - KUL

I wasn't allowed to take my carry on on board. I was told it was too heavy at 16lbs

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7.4

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3,708 reviews

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1 / 20

6.0

Good

Leticia,Sept 2025

SDK - KUL

I wasn't allowed to take my carry on on board. I was told it was too heavy at 16lbs

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7.3

Good

4,153 reviews

Qatar Airways

7.4

Good

3,708 reviews

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1 / 20

6.0

Good

Leticia,Sept 2025

SDK - KUL

I wasn't allowed to take my carry on on board. I was told it was too heavy at 16lbs

Lufthansa

6.8

Okay

7,709 reviews

Qatar Airways

7.4

Good

3,708 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

6.0

Good

Leticia,Sept 2025

SDK - KUL

I wasn't allowed to take my carry on on board. I was told it was too heavy at 16lbs

FAQs about flying to Sofia

What airport do you fly into for flights to Sofia?
For a flight to Sofia, you will be flying into Sofia. Sofia (SOF) is just 6.7 km from the centre of the city.
Can I find cheaper flights to Sofia if I am willing to have stopovers?
Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Sofia on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.
What is the best airline to fly to Sofia?
Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, Qatar Airways is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Sofia.
Does Sofia have rental cars?
Yes. Those touching down at Sofia can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.
Are there hotels close to Sofia?
Yes. Sofia has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. ibis Sofia Airport is the closest property to Sofia (0.0 km away from Sofia).

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