Flying from Sofia Airport (SOF) to Rhodes Airport (RHO): what you need to know
Around 1 hour 35 minutes is how long you'll be traveling on a direct flight from Sofia Airport to Rhodes Airport.
Sofia and Rhodes share the same timezone, UTC+2.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your SOF to RHO flight.
You can expect longer queues during popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
Ryanair is your gateway to exploring Rhodes (and maybe even some other exciting parts of Greece!). Browse the direct flights from Sofia Airport to Rhodes Airport offered by this popular carrier.
Most passengers choose to travel with Ryanair on this route.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Sofia Airport to Rhodes Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps explore a new destination along the way. Check out these options between SOF and RHO:
Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport
Vienna International Airport
Franz Josef Strauss Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Sofia Airport (SOF) to Rhodes Airport (RHO)
AED 185 is the lowest price for a one-way Sofia Airport to Rhodes Airport flight. A return flight starts at AED 366. These prices may change based on availability and demand.
Book eight months before you want to fly. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from SOF to RHO.
Schedule your trip for July. That's the cheapest month for flights from Sofia Airport to Rhodes Airport. If you're flexible on when you fly, try out the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest airfare across each month.
Save time looking for cheap flights from SOF to RHO by setting up a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or notification through the app when a new discounted fare appears.
Tailor your trip with filters. Select your departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Sofia Airport to Rhodes Airport.
Handy information about Sofia Airport (SOF)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Sofia Airport, data shows 66.73% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
Sofia Airport is about 11 kilometers from central Sofia. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the center, it'll take you 15 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Catching public transport? Expect a journey time of around 35 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Sofia Airport to Rhodes Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to SOF:
Arriving at Rhodes Airport (RHO)
Consider booking a hotel close to RHO if you're catching a late Sofia Airport to Rhodes Airport flight. Pick one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Grab a Rhodes Airport rental car and discover Rhodes and beyond with your own wheels. Abbycar, Green Motion and Carwiz are leading providers to choose from here.
Booking your vehicle from Rhodes Airport about one week in advance gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.
Getting from Rhodes Airport (RHO) to central Rhodes
From Rhodes Airport, Rhodes is approximately 13 kilometers away. It takes around 20 minutes to drive to the center.
It takes around 1 hour 5 minutes if you're traveling on public transport.
When to fly to Rhodes Airport (RHO)
The quietest month for a flight from Sofia Airport to Rhodes Airport is January, while August is the most popular. Choose the best time to go to Rhodes based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
Book your flight from Sofia Airport to Rhodes Airport for August if you want to go to Rhodes during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 25ºC (77ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF).
If you like traveling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from SOF to RHO in January. Temperatures average between 10ºC (50ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF) then.
Explore more of Greece
Rhodes has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of Greece just waiting to be explored. Around 434 kilometers north-west of Rhodes, a trip to Athens will keep your itinerary packed. Don't miss top attractions like Museum of the Center for the Acropolis Studies, Acropolis of Athens and The Parthenon.
Time for another stop? Journey to Acharnes. It's about 434 kilometers north-west of Rhodes and boasts highlights including Holy church of the Twelve Apostles and Amygdaleza Airsoft Field.