Traveling from Sofia Airport (SOF) to Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Sofia Airport to Frederic Chopin Airport is 1 hour 55 minutes.
The timezone in Warsaw is UTC+1, which is one hour behind Sofia.
Flights from SOF to WAW start from 14:35 — the first with LOT - Polish Airlines. The last service of the day is at 18:40 with LOT - Polish Airlines. Overall, you can take your pick of 20 weekly Sofia Airport to Frederic Chopin Airport flights.
To ensure you get on your SOF to WAW flight, allow plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Traveling during a peak time like August? Public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer lines and delays at airport checkpoints. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
LOT - Polish Airlines is your gateway to exploring Warsaw (and maybe even some other exciting parts of Poland!). Check out the direct flights from Sofia Airport to Frederic Chopin Airport offered by this popular airline.
LOT - Polish Airlines is the airline most travelers choose for this route.
LOT - Polish Airlines is the most punctual carrier that offers SOF to WAW flights. An exceptional 85.9% of its services on this route arrive as planned.
If you'd like to break up your flight, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Sofia Airport to Frederic Chopin Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between SOF and WAW:
Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport
Vaclav Havel Airport Prague
Vienna International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Sofia Airport (SOF) to Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW)
AED 116 is the best price for a one-way Sofia Airport to Frederic Chopin Airport flight. A return flight starts from AED 251. These fares can change depending on demand and availability.
Book six 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 WAW.
The cheapest month for flights from Sofia Airport to Frederic Chopin Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have a flexible schedule.
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Handy information about Sofia Airport (SOF)
Of all flights departing from Sofia Airport, 66.73% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Sofia Airport is around 11 kilometers from central Sofia. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the center, it'll take you 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
You can expect a trip time of around 35 minutes when using public transport.
Have an early flight from Sofia Airport to Frederic Chopin Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays near SOF:
Arriving at Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW)
If you have a late Sofia Airport to Frederic Chopin Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these hotels near WAW:
Pick up a Frederic Chopin Airport rental car and explore Warsaw and beyond with your own set of wheels. Wheego, Flex To Go and kaizen rent are top outlets you can book with here.
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your ride from Frederic Chopin Airport around one week ahead.
Getting from Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW) to central Warsaw
Frederic Chopin Airport to the center of Warsaw has a drive time of about 20 minutes. It's approximately 8 kilometers away.
Getting there on public transport takes about 1 hour 10 minutes.
When to fly to Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW)
It's time to choose your dates for your flight from Sofia Airport to Frederic Chopin Airport. July is the most popular month to head to Warsaw. If you prefer a more relaxed vibe, go in February.
The warmest month in Warsaw is July, with temperatures ranging between 13ºC (55ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF). Lock in your flights from Sofia Airport to Frederic Chopin Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
January has average temperatures of between -10ºC (14ºF) and 4ºC (39ºF). Look for cheap tickets from SOF to WAW sometime around then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Poland
You've seen Warsaw, now it's time to explore other corners of Poland. Travel around 121 kilometers south-west to Lodz to check off its top attractions. From Piotrkowska Street to Museum of the Factory and Herbst Palace Museum. Branch Museum of Art, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Krakow is another favorite destination in Poland and is around 257 kilometers south of Warsaw. No trip is complete without visiting St. Mary's Basilica, Planty Park and 100 oak park.