Flying from Sofia Airport (SOF) to Lyon Airport (LYS): what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from Sofia Airport to Lyon Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 2 hours 35 minutes.
The timezone in Lyon is UTC+1, which is one hour behind Sofia.
Flights from SOF to LYS start at 06:10 — the first with Wizz Air. The last service of the day is at 20:00 with Wizz Air. In total, you can take your pick of three weekly Sofia Airport to Lyon Airport flights.
Your SOF to LYS flight won't wait if you're running late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
During popular months such as August, it's a good idea to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight when you travel during a high season in general.
Wizz Air has direct flights from Sofia Airport to Lyon Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to see the sights in Lyon — and maybe even more of France if time allows.
Wizz Air is the airline most travellers choose for this route.
The most punctual carrier operating SOF to LYS flights is Wizz Air. Its services land without delay 75.0% of the time.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Sofia Airport to Lyon Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Stopovers between SOF and LYS include:
Belgrade Nikola Tesla Airport
Bari Airport
Corfu Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Sofia Airport (SOF) to Lyon Airport (LYS)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Sofia Airport to Lyon Airport flight is $67. A return fare is currently $187. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
Book five months before you want to fly. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap tickets from SOF to LYS.
October is the cheapest month for flights from Sofia Airport to Lyon Airport. If you're looking to fly during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices across every month.
You don't need to check back in every day to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from SOF to LYS.
Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Sofia Airport to Lyon Airport.
Handy information about Sofia Airport (SOF)
When it comes to Sofia Airport's on-time performance, 77% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Central Sofia to Sofia Airport is around 10 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 25 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing.
You can expect a trip time of roughly 30 minutes when using public transport.
Catching an early flight from Sofia Airport to Lyon Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these hotels close to SOF:
Arriving at Lyon Airport (LYS)
Consider booking a hotel near LYS if you're taking a late Sofia Airport to Lyon Airport flight. Select one of these options and make your arrival easier:
Pick up a Lyon Airport rental car and discover Lyon and beyond with your own set of wheels. Rentscape, Alamo and OK Mobility are leading providers to choose from here.
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your ride from Lyon Airport around three weeks in advance of your trip.
When to fly to Lyon Airport (LYS)
The quietest month for a flight from Sofia Airport to Lyon Airport is March, while June is the most popular. Choose the best time to go to Lyon based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
The warmest month in Lyon is August, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Book your flights from Sofia Airport to Lyon Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Look for cheap tickets from SOF to LYS in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -4ºC (25ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF) on average.
Explore more of France
Lyon is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of France just waiting to be discovered. Around 386 kilometres north-west of Lyon, a trip to Paris will keep your itinerary packed. Start with attractions like Eiffel Tower, Louvre Museum and Seine River.
Around 274 kilometres south of Lyon, Marseille is another favourite stop in France. Start your sightseeing at Les Calanques, Calanques National Park and Basilique Notre-Dame-de-la-Garde.
