# SOF — Sofia Airport > Machine-readable reference for SOF. Single-airport scope. Re-fetch when content_generated_at changes. Canonical: https://airport.flights/airport/sof HTML page: https://airport.flights/airport/sof Markdown alt: https://airport.flights/airport/sof.md JSON: https://airport.flights/api/airport/SOF.json (includes live arrivals + weather) Sitemap: https://airport.flights/sitemap-airports.xml Last refreshed: 2026-06-13T06:44:27.278+00:00 --- ## Identity - Name: Sofia Airport - IATA: SOF - ICAO: LBSF - City: Sofia - Country: BG (BG) - Timezone: Europe/Sofia - Distance from city: 10 km (6.2 mi) east of central Sofia - Runways: 1 - Terminals: 2 - Annual passengers: 8.0M+ - Hub for: BH Air, Bulgaria Air, European Air Charter, GullivAir, Ryanair, Wizz Air - Official website: https://www.sofia-airport.bg/ ## Overview Welcome Sofia Airport (SOF) might not carry the grandeur of larger European capitals, but its compact nature and efficient transport options make it a convenient gateway into Bulgaria. A mere 10 km east of central Sofia, SOF offers a surprisingly no-nonsense approach to air travel. For instance, the metro line M4 offers a quick and affordable link to the heart of the city for just BGN 1.60-2.00, reaching Serdika in under 25 minutes. This, coupled with budget airline operations at the older Terminal 1, gives travelers low-cost options that are refreshingly straightforward amid soaring travel costs. At a glance Sofia Airport serves over 8 million passengers annually with two terminals, T1 and T2, supporting both regional and international flights. It serves as a hub for airlines like Bulgaria Air, Ryanair, and Wizz Air. The airport's single runway efficiently handles its air traffic, and the short distances between services make for a less hectic experience. T1, mainly used by budget airlines such as Ryanair and Wizz Air, provides a no-frills option, while T2 houses full-service airlines like Lufthansa and Austrian Airlines. Though small, SOF manages to maintain essentials like dinin… ## Terminals (2) - **Terminal 1** — airlines: Ryanair, Wizz Air URL: https://airport.flights/airport/sof/terminals/t1 - **Terminal 2** — airlines: Bulgaria Air, Lufthansa, Austrian Airlines URL: https://airport.flights/airport/sof/terminals/t2 ## Dining (15) - **Bar and Diner** — T2 URL: https://airport.flights/airport/sof/restaurants/bar-and-diner-t2 - **Billa** — T2 URL: https://airport.flights/airport/sof/restaurants/billa-t2 - **Café Bar** — T1 URL: https://airport.flights/airport/sof/restaurants/cafe-bar-t1 - **Coffee Bar** — T1 URL: https://airport.flights/airport/sof/restaurants/coffee-bar-t1 - **Costa Coffee** — T2 URL: https://airport.flights/airport/sof/restaurants/costa-coffee-t2 - **Fast Food Corner** — T1 URL: https://airport.flights/airport/sof/restaurants/fast-food-corner-t1 - **McDonald's** — T2 URL: https://airport.flights/airport/sof/restaurants/mcdonald-s-t2 - **Onda Coffee Break** — T2 URL: https://airport.flights/airport/sof/restaurants/onda-coffee-break-t2 - **Porto Café** — T2 URL: https://airport.flights/airport/sof/restaurants/porto-cafe-t2 - **Relay Café** — T2 URL: https://airport.flights/airport/sof/restaurants/relay-cafe-t2 - **Sbarro** — T2 URL: https://airport.flights/airport/sof/restaurants/sbarro-t2 - **Skaptoburger** — T2 URL: https://airport.flights/airport/sof/restaurants/skaptoburger-t2 - **Snack Bar** — T1 URL: https://airport.flights/airport/sof/restaurants/snack-bar-t1 - **Subway** — T2 URL: https://airport.flights/airport/sof/restaurants/subway-t2 - **Wine Bar** — T2 URL: https://airport.flights/airport/sof/restaurants/wine-bar-t2 ## Lounges (5) - **Contract Lounge** — T2 · access: Terminal 2, Priority Pass URL: https://airport.flights/airport/sof/lounges/contract-lounge-t2 - **Pliska Lounge** — T2 · access: Terminal 2, airline business class + Priority Pass URL: https://airport.flights/airport/sof/lounges/pliska-lounge-t2 - **Preslav Lounge** — T2 · access: Terminal 2, airline business class URL: https://airport.flights/airport/sof/lounges/preslav-lounge-t2 - **VIP Lounge** — T1 · access: Terminal 1, pre-booked access URL: https://airport.flights/airport/sof/lounges/vip-lounge-t1 - **VIP Lounge** — T2 · access: Terminal 2, pre-booked access · day pass: €30 · 04:00-22:00 URL: https://airport.flights/airport/sof/lounges/vip-lounge-t2 ## Shops (15) - **Accessories Shop** — T2 URL: https://airport.flights/airport/sof/shops/accessories-shop-t2 - **Billa** — T2 URL: https://airport.flights/airport/sof/shops/billa-t2 - **Bookshop** — T2 URL: https://airport.flights/airport/sof/shops/bookshop-t2 - **Duty Free** — T1 URL: https://airport.flights/airport/sof/shops/duty-free-t1 - **Duty Free** — T2 URL: https://airport.flights/airport/sof/shops/duty-free-t2 - **Electronics Shop** — T2 URL: https://airport.flights/airport/sof/shops/electronics-shop-t2 - **Fashion Boutique** — T2 URL: https://airport.flights/airport/sof/shops/fashion-boutique-t2 - **Jewellery Shop** — T2 URL: https://airport.flights/airport/sof/shops/jewellery-shop-t2 - **Pharmacy** — T2 URL: https://airport.flights/airport/sof/shops/pharmacy-t2 - **Relay** — T1 URL: https://airport.flights/airport/sof/shops/relay-t1 - **Relay** — T2 URL: https://airport.flights/airport/sof/shops/relay-t2 - **Souvenir Shop** — T1 URL: https://airport.flights/airport/sof/shops/souvenir-shop-t1 - **Souvenir Shop** — T2 URL: https://airport.flights/airport/sof/shops/souvenir-shop-t2 - **Toy Shop** — T2 URL: https://airport.flights/airport/sof/shops/toy-shop-t2 - **Travel Essentials Shop** — T2 URL: https://airport.flights/airport/sof/shops/travel-essentials-shop-t2 ## Parking (6) - **Car Rental Parking** — Rental cars URL: https://airport.flights/airport/sof/parking/car-rental-parking - **Parking P1** — Short stay URL: https://airport.flights/airport/sof/parking/parking-p1 - **Parking P2** — Long stay URL: https://airport.flights/airport/sof/parking/parking-p2 - **Parking P3** — Economy URL: https://airport.flights/airport/sof/parking/parking-p3 - **Parking P4** — Economy URL: https://airport.flights/airport/sof/parking/parking-p4 - **VIP Parking** — Premium URL: https://airport.flights/airport/sof/parking/vip-parking ## Ground transport (8) - **Bus 184** — City bus · 30-55 min Airport–central area depending on traffic · BGN 1.60-2.00 single ticket (same as other city buses) · Every 15-20 min · roughly 5:00-23:30 URL: https://airport.flights/airport/sof/transport/bus-184 - **Bus 84** — City bus · 30-50 min Airport–Orlov Most depending on traffic · BGN 1.60-2.00 single ticket · Every 7-15 min · roughly 5:00-23:30 URL: https://airport.flights/airport/sof/transport/bus-84 - **Hotel Shuttle Buses** — Hotel shuttle · 5-10 min hotel–terminal depending on hotel and traffic · Typically free for hotel guests on Ibis and Best Western Premier shuttles · Often every 30-60 min at peak times; otherwise on request (varies by hotel) URL: https://airport.flights/airport/sof/transport/hotel-shuttle-buses - **Intercity Coach Services** — Coach · Intercity Coach Services] Relevant for travellers connecting · Experienced travellers recommend taking the metro · posts complain that there is "no proper URL: https://airport.flights/airport/sof/transport/intercity-coach-services - **Night Bus N84** — Night bus · 35-55 min Airport–central area at night · BGN 1.60-2.00 (standard night bus fare with regular ticket) · About every 40-60 min · limited night hours URL: https://airport.flights/airport/sof/transport/night-bus-n84 - **Ride-hailing services** — App-based taxi · An r/sofia thread clarifies to a visitor that "there is no · tations depart from the Central Bus Station · A few r/sofia users mention longer waits for Bolt URL: https://airport.flights/airport/sof/transport/ride-hailing-services - **Sofia Metro Line M4** — Metro · 18-25 min between Airport T2 and Serdika · BGN 1.60-2.00 · Every 6-15 min · roughly 5:00-24:00 URL: https://airport.flights/airport/sof/transport/sofia-metro-line-m4 - **Taxi** — Metered taxi · 15-30 min Airport–central Sofia depending on traffic · Around BGN 15-25 Airport–central Sofia by meter depending on traffic and time · On demand at the airport taxi rank 24/7 URL: https://airport.flights/airport/sof/transport/taxi ## Insider tips - _Insider_: The SOF metro link from Terminal 2 is nearly as fast as a taxi to Serdika during peak traffic times, and much cheaper at BGN 1.60-2.00. - _Time_: If flying out of Terminal 1, allow 10-15 minutes for a shuttle to T2 for better amenities. - _Avoid_: Only use official taxis from the designated stand outside arrivals to avoid overcharging. - _Local_: Enjoy a local beer or wine at one of Terminal 2's cafés before your flight for a touch of local flavor. - _Quiet_: The independent lounge in Terminal 2 offers a surprisingly quiet spot for work or rest before a Ryanair or Wizz Air flight. - _Money_: Lounge access at SOF can be a value upgrade, transforming your wait with access to showers and WiFi. - _Weather_: Winter flyers should plan for possible weather-induced delays; early flight bookings recommended. --- ## Live data Live arrivals, departures, and weather are not in this static reference. Fetch: - https://airport.flights/api/airport/SOF.json — JSON with current live boards + weather (12h cache) - https://airport.flights/airport/sof/arrivals — HTML page with live arrivals - https://airport.flights/airport/sof/departures — HTML page with live departures