Sofia Airport (SOF) transfers

Sofia Airport transfers to the city centre, Bansko, Borovets and Plovdiv. Compare local companies, fixed prices from €24, meet & greet and 24/7 pick-ups.

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Getting around Sofia Airport (SOF): travel guides

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Getting from Sofia Airport to the city centre

Sofia Airport (SOF) is about 10 km east of the city centre. There are three main ways into town:

  • Metro: line M4 starts at Terminal 2 and reaches Serdika station in the centre in about 20 minutes. From Terminal 1, take the free shuttle bus to Terminal 2 first.
  • Taxi: taxis wait outside both terminals. Use the official taxi desk and agree how the fare is calculated before you leave.
  • Private transfer: a driver meets you in arrivals with a name sign and drives you door to door at a fixed price. Listed companies advertise Sofia Airport to the city centre from about €24 to €40 per car, or about €65 in a Mercedes E-Class.

Sofia Airport to Bansko, Borovets and Plovdiv

Sofia Airport is the main arrival point for skiers. Private transfers to Bansko take about 2.5–3 hours and start from roughly €80–100 per car, while shared shuttles start from about €22 per person. Borovets is about 1–1.5 hours away. Plovdiv is about 2 hours by motorway.

Terminal 1 or Terminal 2?

Most airlines use Terminal 2. Low-cost carriers such as Ryanair and Wizz Air usually use Terminal 1. Tell your transfer company your flight number so the driver goes to the right terminal. Some companies note a terminal entry fee of around €10 for pick-ups, so ask whether it is included in your price.

Choosing a Sofia Airport transfer company

For a budget ride, look at Transfers BG or ExLimousine. For business and VIP arrivals, BG Trans, Bulgarian Limousine Services and Bulgarian Transfers run Mercedes E-Class, S-Class and V-Class cars. For Bansko, compare BanskoShuttle, Bansko Transfers and Pirin Transfers.

Cross-border transfers from Sofia also go to Skopje and Ohrid in North Macedonia.

Transfers in Sofia Airport (SOF): FAQs

How much is a taxi from Sofia Airport to the city centre?

Pre-booked private transfers from Sofia Airport to the city centre are advertised from about €24 to €40 per car. A Mercedes E-Class costs from about €65.

Is there a metro from Sofia Airport?

Yes. Metro line M4 starts at Terminal 2 and reaches Serdika in the city centre in about 20 minutes. From Terminal 1, take the free shuttle bus to Terminal 2.

How long is the transfer from Sofia Airport to Bansko?

About 160 km, which takes 2.5–3 hours by car, longer in heavy snow.

Which terminal does Ryanair use at Sofia Airport?

Low-cost airlines such as Ryanair and Wizz Air usually use Terminal 1. Most other airlines use Terminal 2. Always check your booking.