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SOFSofia·Sofia·Sofia, Bulgaria
How long is your layover?
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Recommended minimum55 minutes
Quick Stats
Concourses
2
Terminal 1 (low-cost/charter), Terminal 2 (main/international)
Max Transit
20m
via shuttle bus
Avg. Security
10m
Primary Hub
Bulgaria Air
Minimum Connection Times
Schengen → Schengen
40min
Schengen → Non-Schengen
55min
Non-Schengen → Schengen
60min
Non-Schengen → Non-Schengen
60min
Sofia skylinePhoto by Alex Stoev on Pexels
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Getting Between Concourses
Terminal 1 and Terminal 2 are physically separate buildings linked by a free shuttle bus that runs every 15-20 minutes, with the ride itself taking about 7-10 minutes plus wait time. Passengers connecting between terminals must exit and re-clear security, and those arriving from or departing to non-Schengen destinations pass through passport control at either terminal. Within the same terminal, gate-to-gate transfers are short walks of 5-10 minutes.
Busyness — Connection Risk
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Low risk
Moderate
High risk
Key Facts
small and easy to navigate
terminal split adds friction
Schengen accession simplified EU-EU transfers
low congestion outside peak banks
Airlines at SOF
Bulgaria Air
Common Questions
Is 30 minutes enough for a layover at SOF?

Still under MCT, especially if any terminal change or passport control is involved. See full 30 min guide →

Is 45 minutes enough for a layover at SOF?

Workable for a same-terminal Schengen connection but risky if a terminal shuttle is required. See full 45 min guide →

Is 1 hour enough for a layover at SOF?

Covers even international-to-international transfers with the required passport control time. See full 1 hr guide →

Is 1 hour 15 min enough for a layover at SOF?

Ample buffer for a terminal change via shuttle plus re-screening. See full 1¼ hr guide →

Is 1½ hours enough for a layover at SOF?

Comfortable margin for any combination of terminals and border checks. See full 1½ hr guide →

Is 2 hours enough for a layover at SOF?

Well beyond what's needed even during a busy morning or evening bank. See full 2 hr guide →

Is 2½ hours enough for a layover at SOF?

Excess time at this small airport; consider exploring the terminal or lounge. See full 2½ hr guide →

Is 3 hours enough for a layover at SOF?

More than enough time for any transfer scenario at SOF. See full 3 hr guide →

Is 4 hours enough for a layover at SOF?

Long layover; airport amenities are limited so time may be better spent at a lounge or nearby city visit if feasible. See full 4 hr guide →

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