Flying from Sofia Airport (SOF) to Auckland Airport (AKL): what you need to know
Auckland is 11 hours ahead of Sofia and follows the UTC+13 timezone.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your SOF to AKL flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.
You'll likely experience bigger queues during popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures will give you ample time for security and boarding.
Enjoy a quick visit to another city or simply break up your journey with a stopover. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to see your options when searching for tickets from Sofia Airport to Auckland Airport. Many passengers pass through Hamad International Airport when flying between SOF and AKL.
How to find the cheapest flights from Sofia Airport (SOF) to Auckland Airport (AKL)
Currently, ج.م. 32,568 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Sofia Airport to Auckland Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is ج.م. 58,500. Keep in mind that fares could change due to demand when booking.
To find cheap tickets from SOF to AKL, book as early as you can. Airlines tend to offer the most competitive fares when flights are first released.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the cheapest price across every month when searching for your flight from Sofia Airport to Auckland Airport.
Landing cheap flights from SOF to AKL is easy with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you as soon as a new discounted fare appears.
Find the right flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Sofia Airport to Auckland Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by arrival and departure times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Sofia Airport (SOF)
Of the departures from Sofia Airport, 66.73% land on schedule at their destination.
To get to Sofia Airport from central Sofia, it takes around 15 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 11 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Planning to take public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 35 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Sofia Airport to Auckland Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays near SOF:
Arriving at Auckland Airport (AKL)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Sofia Airport to Auckland Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near AKL instead:
Go where the road takes you with an Auckland Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Auto-Union, Yes rentals or Bargain Rental Cars and see more of Auckland and beyond.
Secure the lowest price by booking your vehicle from Auckland Airport around four weeks ahead of your trip.
Getting from Auckland Airport (AKL) to central Auckland
From Auckland Airport, Auckland is approximately 27 kilometres away. It takes around 30 minutes to drive to the centre.
Getting to the centre on public transport will take you roughly 1 hour 25 minutes.
When to fly to Auckland Airport (AKL)
July is the most popular month for flights from Sofia Airport to Auckland Airport. To avoid the crowds, head to Auckland in April.
The warmest month in Auckland is February, with temperatures ranging between 15ºC and 24ºC. Book your flights from Sofia Airport to Auckland Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from SOF to AKL in July. Temperatures average between 9ºC and 14ºC then.
Explore more of New Zealand
You've seen Auckland, now it's time to explore other corners of New Zealand. Travel about 499 kilometres south to Wellington to check off its top sights. From Museum of New Zealand (Te Papa Tongarewa) to Weta Workshop and Wellington Cable Car, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Manukau City is another standout destination in New Zealand and is around 18 kilometres south-east of Auckland. No trip is complete without experiencing Japanese park, C3 Manukau and King of Kings Church.
