Traveling from Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) to Sofia Airport (SOF): what you need to know
Sofia is six hours ahead of New York and follows the UTC+2 timezone.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your EWR to SOF flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.
You can expect longer lines in popular months such as April. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
If you want to split up your journey, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Newark Liberty International Airport to Sofia Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between EWR and SOF:
Vienna International Airport
Geneve Airport
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) to Sofia Airport (SOF)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Newark Liberty International Airport to Sofia Airport flight is AED 856. A return fare is currently AED 1,286. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from EWR to SOF if you book early. Airlines often have some excellent early bird discounts.
Getting cheap flights from Newark Liberty International Airport to Sofia Airport is more likely if you're flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the lowest fares throughout the month and snap up a great deal.
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Handy information about Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
You'll find EWR at Building 1, Conrad Road.
When it comes to the on-time performance of Newark Liberty International Airport, 73.3% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
To reach Newark Liberty International Airport from central New York, it takes around 30 minutes by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 24 kilometers from the airport to the city center.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a trip time of around 1 hour 10 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel near EWR? If you're catching an early flight from Newark Liberty International Airport to Sofia Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Sofia Airport (SOF)
If you're arriving on a late Newark Liberty International Airport to Sofia Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of being close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be resting soon after at one of these hotels near SOF:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Sofia Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from MEX, Surprice or NU Car Rentals and experience the lesser-explored corners of Sofia and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from Sofia Airport about one week ahead gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
Getting from Sofia Airport (SOF) to central Sofia
Sofia Airport is approximately 11 kilometers from central Sofia. The drive time takes around 15 minutes.
Traveling on public transport will take you roughly 35 minutes.
When to fly to Sofia Airport (SOF)
It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from Newark Liberty International Airport to Sofia Airport. August is the most popular month to head to Sofia. If you like a more low-key vibe, go in April.
When booking your flight from Newark Liberty International Airport to Sofia Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Sofia, with the temperature ranging from 14ºC (57ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from EWR to SOF in January. Temperatures average between -11ºC (12ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF) then.
Explore more of Bulgaria
Sofia is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of Bulgaria just waiting to be explored. About 129 kilometers south-east of Sofia, a trip to Plovdiv will keep your itinerary busy. Check out popular attractions like Plovdiv Old Town, Plovdiv Roman Theatre and Archaelogical Complex Nebet Tepe.
Varna is another favorite destination in Bulgaria and is around 386 kilometers east of Sofia. No journey is complete without seeing Park Asparuhovo - Asparuhovo sea garden, Dormition of theotokos Cathedral and Sunset viewpoint (място за гледане на Залеза).