Airports near Sofia
SOF・PRN・SKP・INI・PDV
What airports are closest to Sofia?
The primary gateway is Sofia Airport (SOF), which is conveniently situated just 7.06 km from the city center, reachable by the efficient metro in about 20 minutes. Travelers exploring alternatives should note that Plovdiv International Airport (PDV) is 142.8 km away, with private taxi transfers taking around 1 hour 40 minutes to reach Sofia. Nis Constantine the Great Airport (INI) lies 138.1 km from the capital, often requiring over 2 hours by private transfer. Further afield, Skopje International Airport (SKP) is located 161.6 km away in North Macedonia, with transfers typically lasting 3 hours. Finally, Prishtina International Airport “Adem Jashari” (PRN) is the most distant at 188 km, with ground transport to Sofia generally taking at least 4 hours 20 minutes. Search for flights to Sofia and book hotels in Sofia, or scroll down for more details.
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Airports near Sofia: SOF, PRN, SKP, INI and PDV.
Airports Near Sofia: Key Information
Number of airports in Sofia
1
Closest airport to the city center
Sofia Airport (SOF)
Distance
7.1 km
Fastest arrival time
20 minutes - 25 minutes
Airport with the cheapest transport
Sofia Airport (SOF)
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Sofia Airport
Distance: 7.1 km
Transport option
Est. duration
Est. fare
Features/best for
Sofia Metro (Line M4)
Fastest
20 minutes - 25 minutes
BGN 1.6
Budget
Public Bus (Lines 84 and 184)
35 minutes - 50 minutes
BGN 1.6
Balanced
Official Airport Taxi (OK Supertrans)
20 minutes - 30 minutes
BGN 15-25
Comfort
Prishtina International Airport “Adem Jashari”
Distance: 188 km
Transport option
Est. duration
Est. fare
Features/best for
Intercity Bus
Cheapest
8 hours 30 minutes - 10 hours
EUR 30-60
Budget
Private Taxi Transfer
Fastest
4 hours 20 minutes - 5 hours
EUR 300-500
Comfort
Private Shuttle Service
4 hours 30 minutes - 5 hours 30 minutes
EUR 250-400
Balanced
Skopje International Airport
Distance: 161.6 km
Transport option
Est. duration
Est. fare
Features/best for
Intercity Bus
Cheapest
5 hours 20 minutes - 6 hours
EUR 20-40
Budget
Private Taxi Transfer
Fastest
3 hours - 3 hours 30 minutes
EUR 170
Comfort
Private Rideshare
3 hours 10 minutes - 3 hours 40 minutes
EUR 150-200
Balanced
Nis Constantine the Great Airport
Distance: 138.1 km
Transport option
Est. duration
Est. fare
Features/best for
Intercity Coach
Cheapest
4 hours 30 minutes - 7 hours 30 minutes
EUR 20-30
Budget
Private Taxi Transfer
Fastest
2 hours 10 minutes - 2 hours 40 minutes
EUR 150-260
Comfort
Shared Shuttle
4 hours - 5 hours
EUR 100-150
Balanced
Plovdiv International Airport
Distance: 142.8 km
Transport option
Est. duration
Est. fare
Features/best for
National Railway (BDZh)
Cheapest
2 hours 40 minutes - 4 hours 10 minutes
BGN 5-10
Budget
Intercity Bus
2 hours 10 minutes - 3 hours 10 minutes
BGN 15-30
Balanced
Private Taxi Transfer
Fastest
1 hour 40 minutes - 2 hours
BGN 150-200
Comfort
Compare 5 airports near Sofia
Airport Guide
Compare 5 airports near Sofia
For the vast majority of travelers, Sofia Airport (SOF) is the only logical choice. It is the sole airport located directly within Sofia and handles a wide range of international and domestic connections. All other airports on this list serve neighboring cities and require significant ground travel to reach the Bulgarian capital. Plovdiv International Airport (PDV) serves the city of Plovdiv and is the closest alternative, though it still requires a multi-hour journey. Nis Constantine the Great Airport (INI), Skopje International Airport (SKP), and Prishtina International Airport “Adem Jashari” (PRN) are all located in different countries and are primarily intended for travelers visiting those specific regions. Relying on these secondary airports to reach Sofia is generally inefficient and recommended only if flight availability or extreme cost savings make it necessary. For international travelers, prioritizing Sofia Airport is strongly advised to save time and avoid complex cross-border ground logistics.
Flights to Sofia
Varna to Sofia Airport
Varna to Prishtina International Airport “Adem Jashari”
Varna to Skopje International Airport
Varna to Nis Constantine the Great Airport
Varna to Plovdiv International Airport
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Hotels near Sofia airport
Breakfast
Very Good110 Reviews
Sofia City Center Sofia|0.1km from city center
Having stayed in many 5 star hotels across the world, I had high hopes for the Sofia Balkan Palace, that unfortunately were only partially met.
First let’s cover the good points! It feels historic without being old, and you feel like you’re really in Sofia. The best thing about the property is easily the location; it’s close to all the main tourist attractions, and there are good transport links right by the hotel, as well as access to some fantastic restaurants, coffee shops, and stores.
The hotel rooms are modern and relatively clean, with the usual amenities. However, I was disappointed that housekeeping kept forgetting to replenish the complimentary daily water, as well as pay attention to the ‘Do Not Disturb’ light that I had selected for my room on a few days during my visit. I would say that one of the downsides is the customer service; although staff aren’t rude, I wouldn’t say they’re polite or overly helpful.
The hotel has average soundproofing, and I was far too aware of the music outside, my neighbouring guests talking or listening to music in their rooms, as well as guests in the hallway (which is in part due to the layout of my room, which did not have an additional door between the bedroom and front door into the room). The noise outside does lessen and stop by about 11:00 PM, and sometimes by 10:00 PM (depending on the day).
Overall, I’d still say it’s a good choice for your stay in Sofia. Especially if your priority is staying in a historical boutique hotel in a good location.From£139
Very Good74 Reviews
Sofia City Center Sofia|1km from city center
Stayed at InterContinental Sofia during a business trip and had a great experience. The hotel is in an excellent location in the center of Sofia, close to major landmarks, restaurants, and business areas.
The room was spacious, clean, and very comfortable. Staff were professional and attentive, and the overall service quality was impressive. Breakfast was also excellent with a good variety of choices.
A very comfortable and reliable option when staying in Sofia.From£116
Very Good70 Reviews
Sofia City Center Sofia|0.62km from city center
Everything was excellent, except for the fact that parking had to be paid. I still cannot wrap my head around the fact that a 5-star hotel with private parking onsite is charging its guests a parking fee. Common sense is not very common in Bulgaria.From£80
Great59 Reviews
Sofia City Center Sofia|0.88km from city center
The room is quite small and the power goes out from time to time. The hotel is in a great location, in the busiest area of the city center. The swimming pool is nice. Free white wine is provided in the lobby in the afternoon, which is great.From£128
Great44 Reviews
Sofia City Center Sofia|0.49km from city center
The hotel has an excellent location, right in the city center, within walking distance of major attractions and business districts. The rooms are very spacious, considered very roomy by European standards, fully equipped, clean, and the beds are comfortable. The staff are very friendly, and overall I was very satisfied with my stay. It's a relatively high-value five-star hotel in Sofia, although the facilities are somewhat dated.From£109
Family friendly
Great59 Reviews
Sofia City Center Sofia|0.58km from city center
In general, the hotel is very good, close to Vitosha blvd and city center and clean, Standard Double Room is spacious enough
The continental breakfast is sufficent but is served in the lobby and it is very weird, also it is overpriced to my opinion (15 Euro/person)
Hot water in the rooms on the higher floors starts after several minutes of waiting after opening the handle of the faucet
I would rate it as good 3 star hotel rather than 4From£64
Great117 Reviews
Mladost Sofia|6.61km from city center
Stayed for two nights. The hotel is very clean. It must be a new hotel. The facilities are also new. It is very convenient to be next to a supermarket. The front desk service is good. The check-out was two hours late on the last day. Thank you very much. I hope to come again in the future.From£77
Very Good89 Reviews
Sofia City Center Sofia|1.14km from city center
Our stay at Hotel Budapest in Sofia was enjoyable and convenient. The hotel’s location is excellent—easily accessible and close to many key attractions, making it a perfect base for exploring the city.
The food at the hotel restaurant was delicious, with a variety of well-prepared dishes that satisfied our expectations. However, the dinner service during New Year’s Eve was noticeably slower, likely due to the large number of guests celebrating the occasion. While the wait was understandable given the holiday rush, a bit more efficiency would have improved the experience.
Overall, Hotel Budapest offers great food, a prime location, and a welcoming atmosphere. With a little attention to service during peak times, it’s an excellent choice for a stay in Sofia!From£52
Amazing59 Reviews
Mladost Sofia|9.18km from city center
An excellent experience with a level of comfort and service befitting a high-end hotel. One of the main highlights is the quality of its facilities. The room is modern, spacious, and very well-equipped with comfortable bedding and impeccable cleanliness. The staff offers a very warm and professional welcome. The pool, spa, and gym are a definite plus after a day of sightseeing. Breakfast is excellent, offering a vast selection to suit all tastes. The hotel is located in the business district, a bit far from the city center, which requires using the metro or a taxi to visit Sofia. Despite its slightly off-center location, the quality of the services makes it a sure bet, and I would gladly return on a future trip to Sofia.From£78
Very Good121 Reviews
Lozenets Sofia|3.55km from city center
Nice hotel, excellent location, very clean, excellent service! Will definitely be back!!From£73
5 star
Good68 Reviews
Lozenets Sofia|2.84km from city center
Alright hotel. Strange decorations. It used to be a Sofia classic, built by a famous Japanese architect. They still kept tye nice Japanese garden. The restaurants are nice too. Breakfast was adequate, thought not copious. Close to the metro, nice views.From£93
Very Good133 Reviews
Sofia City Center Sofia|1.16km from city center
Best 5 star property in Sofia hands down.
.The room was spacious with contemporary and minimalist design but still very functional. There's even a divider between the bathroom to the rest of the room so it felt like staying in a junior suite instead.
.The facilities were amazing, best indoor pool I've been to ever. It was fitted with all the aqua techs which provide so many massage options. There's also 2 types of saunas, a salt room, a steam room and even a ice tube filled with ice.
.The food at the hotel restaurant was amazing
.The service was so good because I was very frustrated and hangry as the QR code and the TV ordering system didn't work and I called the restaurant repeatedly and no one picked up. So I went down and spoke to Daria, who listened to my concerns and personally took me to the restaurant so that I can order something from the restaurant menu that I really wanted to take back to the room which is not supposed to be done. Diana from In Room Dining even came to deliver the food to my room for me, which actually wasn't her job. I felt looked after and treated like a guest in a 5 star property.
To top it up, we decided to have lunch at the hotel restaurant after checked out and met Vladislav, who gave us an amazing service from food to drinks. Absolutely perfect.
I will definitely come back to stay here next time I am in Sofia and will recommend it to everyone who's coming to Sofia.From£119
Great57 Reviews
Sofia|1.84km from city center
Stayed at The Westin Grand Frankfurt during a business trip and had a very comfortable stay. The location is excellent, with easy access to shopping areas, restaurants, and public transportation.
The room was clean, spacious, and quiet, which made it easy to rest after work. Staff were professional and helpful, and the overall service was smooth and efficient.
A reliable and comfortable hotel choice when visiting Frankfurt.From£123
Great133 Reviews
Sofia City Center Sofia|1.82km from city center
The hotel was amazing best i’ve ever stayed at
It was our first anniversary and my girlfriend really loved the room and everyone was very nice and helpful we would definitely be backFrom£132
Very Good82 Reviews
Sofia City Center Sofia|0.32km from city center
Very friendly service,excellent location, walking distance to station 5min,direct train to airport for 0.80cents.
Plenty restaurants and bars around.
Room was basic but cleaned,coffee tea facility.
Room got very hot but you can open the window, only downside was not hot food available for breakfast as bemmari was broken.
Good selection of ham and cheese which was enough for us to start the day.
Will be returning as location was the key for us.
Regards,
R&GFrom£45
FAQs
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Which airport is the closest to Sofia?
The nearest airport to Sofia is Sofia Airport (SOF), about 7.1 km away.Prishtina International Airport “Adem Jashari” (PRN) (188 km), Skopje International Airport (SKP) (161.6 km), Nis Constantine the Great Airport (INI) (138.1 km) and Plovdiv International Airport (PDV) (142.8 km).
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How long does it take to get from Sofia to the airport?
Getting from Sofia to Sofia Airport (SOF) takes about 20 minutes - 25 minutes.
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How do I get to Sofia?
We recommend flying into Sofia Airport (SOF), which is approximately 7.1 km away. The fastest mode of transportation is Sofia Metro (Line M4), reaching downtown in about 20 minutes - 25 minutes.
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How many airports does Sofia have?
Sofia has 5 airports: Sofia Airport (SOF), Prishtina International Airport “Adem Jashari” (PRN), Skopje International Airport (SKP), Nis Constantine the Great Airport (INI) and Plovdiv International Airport (PDV).