Travelling from Sofia Airport (SOF) to Ercan Airport (ECN): what you need to know
Sofia and Nicosia follow the same timezone, UTC+2.
Leave enough time to catch your SOF to ECN flight. Generally, it's best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like August, it's best to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're travelling during a peak period in general.
If you want to add a stop to your trip, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Sofia Airport to Ercan Airport. Here are the top stopovers between SOF and ECN:
Izmir Adnan Menderes Airport
Istanbul Ataturk Airport
Antalya Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Sofia Airport (SOF) to Ercan Airport (ECN)
Currently, ₹ 7,831 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Sofia Airport to Ercan Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is ₹ 15,863. Remember that fares can change due to availability when booking.
It's often best to book in advance if you want to find cheap tickets from SOF to ECN. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
If you're flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll find the lowest price in each month when searching for your flight from Sofia Airport to Ercan Airport.
Never miss a deal on cheap flights from SOF to ECN by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a lower fare pops up.
Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Sofia Airport to Ercan Airport.
Handy information about Sofia Airport (SOF)
66.73% of flights taking off from Sofia Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
To reach Sofia Airport from central Sofia, it'll take around 15 minutes if you're travelling by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 11 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Expect a journey time of around 35 minutes when using public transport.
Get your travels off to a relaxed start by staying near SOF. Whether you've booked an early flight from Sofia Airport to Ercan Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Arriving at Ercan Airport (ECN)
Step off your Sofia Airport to Ercan Airport flight and be snoozing in your hotel bed soon after. If you're looking for a comfy option that's not too far from ECN, make your way to Immaculate 2-bed Penthouse in Kyrenia.
Travel at your own speed with an Ercan Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from gri rent, Nissa Car Hire or Oscar Rent A Car and find adventure across Nicosia and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from Ercan Airport around three weeks in advance can help you secure the lowest rate.
Getting from Ercan Airport (ECN) to central Nicosia
Ercan Airport is roughly 48 kilometres from the centre of Nicosia. Driving there takes about 1 hour 10 minutes.
When to fly to Ercan Airport (ECN)
It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from Sofia Airport to Ercan Airport. July is the busiest month to visit Nicosia. If you want a quieter vibe, go in April.
When reserving your flight from Sofia Airport to Ercan Airport, consider the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Nicosia, with the temperature ranging from 23ºC to 38ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from SOF to ECN in February if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 6ºC and 19ºC on average.
Explore more of Cyprus
Nicosia is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of Cyprus waiting to be discovered. Around 64 kilometres south-west of Nicosia, a trip to Limassol will keep you on the go. Start with attractions like Πλατεία Συντάγματος - Plac Syntagma, Syrou Park and Linear Park Lellas karagianni.
Larnaca is another favourite destination in Cyprus and is around 40 kilometres south-east of Nicosia. No trip is complete without visiting Larnaca Salt Lake, Landmark of Hala Sultan Tekkesi and Saint Lazarus Church.