Car Rental at Sofia Airport
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Cheapest Car Rental Rates
Sofia Airport Car Rental
Mini
Peugeot 208
or similar
$8.43
/ per day
Sofia Airport Car Rental
Economy
Skoda Fabia
or similar
$9.46
/ per day
Sofia Airport Car Rental
Compact
Opel Mokka
or similar
$15.45
/ per day
Sofia Airport Car Rental
Intermediate
Toyota Corolla Sedan
or similar
$15.63
/ per day
Most Popular Car Rental Deals
Sofia Airport Car Rental
Intermediate Elite
Citroën C Elysee
or similar
$21.54
/ per day
Sofia Airport Car Rental
Standard Elite
Volkswagen Passat STW
or similar
$28.13
/ per day
Sofia Airport Car Rental
Full-size SUV
Toyota C-HR
or similar
$28.87
/ per day
Sofia Airport Car Rental
Standard SUV
Honda HR-V
or similar
$33.08
/ per day
The above prices are only approximate and were last updated at 17:26 on 2023-09-26. Prices may vary based on the booking dates, length of rental, and car class.
Travel Information
Language
Bulgarian,
Macedonian,
Turkish,
Albanian
Macedonian,
Turkish,
Albanian
Currency
BGN
Drive on
Right-hand side
Country code
+359
Average car rental price
$20.60 / per day
Average car rental length
9 days
Speed limit within town
20 - 50 km/h
12 - 31 mph
Speed limit out of town
90 - 130 km/h
56 - 81 mph
Acceptable limit of BAC
0.05%
Average gasoline price
$1.47 per liter
Highest gasoline price
$1.73 per liter
Lowest gasoline price
$1.35 per liter
Airport Car Rental
The capital city might not be Bulgaria’s number one travel destination — that title belongs to Varna and the rest of the Black Sea coast -— but it offers plenty of fun if you scratch beneath the surface. Independent, historic, and cultured, it can also be used as a hub from which you can explore the northeast of the country. With that in mind, here are a few interesting attractions in and around Sofia:
- National Museum of History. Appropriately monumental, the National History Museum is among both the largest and most interesting in Bulgaria. Occupying what used to be the residence of Bulgaria’s former communist dictator, the museum has more than 600,000 pieces of all things Bulgarian and covers everything from the country’s Hellenic and Roman-influenced past to more recent eras.
- Churches. Bulgarians are overwhelmingly Eastern Orthodox, a fact exemplified by the many beautiful churches that can be found in the capital. The most famous among them is indubitably Alexander Nevsky Cathedral (if you’ve ever seen a tourist video from Sofia, it almost definitely was featured in it), but the UNESCO-recognized Boyana Church and the 1,600-year-old Saint George Rotunda are also not to be missed.
- Rila National Park. The most visited natural landmark near Sofia is definitely Mount Vitosha which is located just a 20-minute drive south of the city center. However, if you’re looking for a wilder, less crowded experience, you can’t do much better than visit Rila National Park. Located a 90-minute drive south of the capital, this beautiful nature preserve is centered around seven highland lakes and is famous for its diverse flora and fauna. The most notable attractions are the Seven Rila Lakes and Rila Monastery.
- Vitosha Boulevard. Sofia's main pedestrian street is full of high-end stores, street performers, and cute cafes and restaurants. About 2.7 km (1.7 miles) long, it is named after the stunning nearby mountain, the snowy cap of which can be seen from the boulevard.
- National Opera and Ballet of Bulgaria. Located in one of the mightiest buildings in the city (the neoclassical structure celebrated its 70th birthday in 2023), the National Opera and Ballet is, according to some, the leading cultural institution in all of Bulgaria. Even if you don’t speak Bulgarian, catching a show during your visit would be a memorable experience.
Top international routes
- London
- Milan
- Rome
- Eindhoven
- Brussels
- Madrid
- Barcelona
- Dubai
Main airlines
Sofia airport is the main hub for Bulgaria Air, the country's flag carrier. The airline flies to and from destinations in Europe, the Middle East, and Russia. The low-cost carriers Wizz Air and Ryanair carry the most passengers at the airport. Lufthansa, Austrian Airlines, and easyJet are also some of the airport’s main airlines.
Terminals
The two passenger terminals are Terminal 1 and Terminal 2. A shuttle bus runs between them every 30 minutes from 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. Terminal 1 is the old terminal used only by Wizz Air and cargo planes. Every other flight flies to and from the newer Terminal 2.
Location
Sofia airport is 10 km (6.2 miles) east of downtown Sofia. Bulevard Bruksel and Tsarigradsko shose are the main roads connecting the airport and the city.
Most popular types of rental car
Car rental desks
Europcar and TOP have desks in both terminals.
Avis, Budget, Easy, Alamo, Firefly, Hertz, Sixt, Surprice and Thrifty have desks only in Terminal 2
AUTOJET has a desk only in Terminal 1
All of the other rental companies except for Prestige offer a meet a greet service at the airport. That is, a representative of the company will meet you at the airport and take you to their rental office.
Prestige offers a delivery service, that is, they will deliver the car to the airport for you.
Avis, Budget, Easy, Alamo, Firefly, Hertz, Sixt, Surprice and Thrifty have desks only in Terminal 2
AUTOJET has a desk only in Terminal 1
All of the other rental companies except for Prestige offer a meet a greet service at the airport. That is, a representative of the company will meet you at the airport and take you to their rental office.
Prestige offers a delivery service, that is, they will deliver the car to the airport for you.
Services and facilities
There are numerous stores and duty-free shops, a sandwich bar, two cafeterias, three lounges, a currency exchange office, an ATM, two lost and found offices, a help desk, and a prayer room. Travelers with reduced mobility can easily access most facilities in Terminal 1 and all facilities in Terminal 2. You can find more information on the airport's official website.
Nearest gas station
If one were to look for a gas station near the airport on Google Maps, they would find a Lukoil right next to the airport. Unfortunately, this station is very inconvenient for those returning a rental car to one of the airport’s terminals due to the fact that it is not possible to turn around after exiting it. It, however, is convenient for those returning a vehicle to rental locations on Nedelcho Bonchev St. and coming from Botevgradsko Shose Boulevard.
Others coming from the south of the city and returning a car to one of the terminals will find an OMV station along Alexander Malinov Blvd just north of the intersection with Andrey Saharov Street the most convenient. After this station, the road becomes highway-like with no further entrances prior to reaching the airport.
Those coming from the south and returning a car to off-airport locations could exit onto Christopher Columbus Blvd. to reach a Shell station and then continue along that road to the off-airport rental locations.
Others coming from the south of the city and returning a car to one of the terminals will find an OMV station along Alexander Malinov Blvd just north of the intersection with Andrey Saharov Street the most convenient. After this station, the road becomes highway-like with no further entrances prior to reaching the airport.
Those coming from the south and returning a car to off-airport locations could exit onto Christopher Columbus Blvd. to reach a Shell station and then continue along that road to the off-airport rental locations.
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Airport info
Sofia Airport (SOF)
- IATA: SOF
- ICAO: LBSF
- Name: Sofia Airport (SOF)
- Distance from city: 6.2 miles / 10 km
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Map of Car Rental Locations
When are car rental prices the lowest at Sofia Airport?
The cost of renting a car at Sofia Airport varies by season. This graph compares prices from month to month in order to help you find the best time of year.
Average rental costs per day at Sofia Airport
The cheapest month of the year to rent a car at Sofia Airport is March — when rental costs average $14.85 per day. This is 36% cheaper than the yearly average and 65% cheaper than renting a car in August (when prices average $42.59 per day).
This information can help you identify the low season. But these are only average numbers. How much your car rental will cost will depend on the type of vehicle you rent, how long you’ll rent it for, and how far ahead you book. Simply enter your dates in the form at the top of the page to see the exact prices.
This information can help you identify the low season. But these are only average numbers. How much your car rental will cost will depend on the type of vehicle you rent, how long you’ll rent it for, and how far ahead you book. Simply enter your dates in the form at the top of the page to see the exact prices.
For how long do renters keep their vehicles at Sofia Airport?
How long travelers keep their rental cars varies by the time of year: in July the average rental period is 11 days, while in January, the average rental period is only 7 days.
Average number of rental days at Sofia Airport
What is the most popular time of year to rent a car at Sofia Airport?
Based on how many users search for a car in at Sofia Airport, travelers are most likely to rent a car at Sofia Airport in July, while they are least likely to rent in in November.
Monthly searches at Sofia Airport by pick-up date relative to the average
Car Rental Information
| Popular suppliers | Top Rent A Car, CarRent, Low Cost Cars, GreenMotion, Fly Rent A Car |
| Popular car categories | Small cars, Medium cars, SUVs, Vans |
| Lowest price | $8 per day |
| Cheapest supplier | Yes Rent A Car |
Most Popular Car Models of Rental Suppliers
| Rental Supplier | Model | Doors | Luggage | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Top Rent A Car | Hyundai i20 | 5 | 1 | Small cars |
| Top Rent A Car | Citroen C3 | 5 | 1 | Small cars |
| Fly Rent A Car | Volkswagen Polo | 5 | 2 | Small cars |
| Low Cost Cars | Dacia Sandero | 5 | 1 | Small cars |
| Top Rent A Car | Opel Mokka | 5 | 2 | SUVs |
| Fly Rent A Car | Volkswagen Golf | 5 | 3 | Medium cars |
| Low Cost Cars | Renault Clio Grandtour | 5 | 2 | Station wagons |
| GreenMotion | Citroen C3 | 4 | 2 | Small cars |
| Top Rent A Car | Ford Custom Tourneo | 5 | 2 | Vans |
| Autounion | Volkswagen Up | 5 | 2 | Small cars |
Our Customers' Reviews
Because we want to make sure each review listed here is left by a real customer, we don’t have an option to post a review here. Instead, we ask each and every customer to leave a review after they return their rental car. This way, you know that all reviews are authentic, verified, and trustworthy.
JM
United States of America (USA)
Peugeot 208
September 14, 2023
Just spent time with marvelous friends in the city. That is the best thing about Sofia for us.
PB
Netherlands
Peugeot 208
August 10, 2023
Beaches, Mountains, Bulgaria has It all!
NH
Israel
Chevrolet Aveo
July 16, 2023
Mostly Nature sport
GS
United Kingdom
Renault Megane Grandtour
July 6, 2023
Just visiting family and going to the beach in Albena.
SS
Netherlands
Hyundai i20
June 26, 2023
Bulgaria is a beautiful country for nature and space. Good food, easy traveling with car.
YK
Israel
Kia Rio
June 12, 2023
Nature spots. Folklore and medieval festival. Great food. Very friendly people.
VS
Croatia
Hyundai i20
May 24, 2023
Fast, easy and honest. Great company!
BH
Czech Republic
Skoda Fabia
May 12, 2023
Hotel zarevatas house invalingrad is great hotel with a mineral pools for a good price. Spasantrum is open whole day.
Great Old Village Bozhenci
CF
Portugal
Toyota Corolla
December 27, 2022
Mountains
Sea
RT
United Kingdom
Ford Fiesta
December 15, 2022
Had a very good time in Velika Tarnovo and Varna
VT
United Kingdom
Renault Clio
December 15, 2022
Highly recommend you to visit Plovdiv and Rila Monastery!!
SL
Israel
Volkswagen Up
November 4, 2022
Mountain hiking, traveling around Bansko
TT
Bulgaria
Volkswagen Up
November 2, 2022
Incredible nature and perfect food,Sofia,Plovdiv nice time.
AI
Bulgaria
Volkswagen Up
October 30, 2022
Great service , brand new car .
Also the fuel was on LPG and our trip was very cheap .
FK
Bulgaria
Toyota Aygo
October 30, 2022
100% recommended Bulgaria and this Car Company Bt Rent
SM
Israel
Suzuki Swift
October 10, 2022
Like I said, good prices in Airport pick up
GN
United States of America (USA)
VW T-Roc
October 5, 2022
You guys don’t need
AI
Bulgaria
Volkswagen Up
September 6, 2022
We have been to Rila Mountain and Rila Monastery .
In Bulgaria they have a very beautiful nature.
RR
United States of America (USA)
Honda Jazz
September 5, 2022
I picked my car in Sofia airport and drove to Plovdiv and visited Bansko for one week.beautiful country
Car Rental Statistics
Highest rated company
Lucky Rent A Car
9.8 / 10
Lowest rated company
NUCarrentals
6.6 / 10
Total number of reviews
85
Total rental companies
28
Average daily price
$20.60
Lowest daily price
$10.04
Total cars available
345
Top 28 Suppliers at Sofia Airport in 2023
Lucky Rent A Car
+359886166566
Address: 1 Christopher Columbus Blvd., 1540
$21 - $33
Working hours
Mon:09:00-17:59
Tue:09:00-17:59
Wed:09:00-17:59
Thu:09:00-17:59
Fri:09:00-17:59
Sat:09:00-17:59
Sun:09:00-17:59
+35928922222 / +359878408142
1 Christopher Columbus, 1540 Sofia
$20 - $99
Working hours
Mon:09:00-18:00
Tue:09:00-18:00
Wed:09:00-18:00
Thu:09:00-18:00
Fri:09:00-18:00
Sat:09:00-18:00
Sun:09:00-18:00
+35970070022
10 Ul."Prodan Tarahchiev", Sofia
$23 - $45
Working hours
Mon:09:00-19:00
Tue:09:00-19:00
Wed:09:00-19:00
Thu:09:00-19:00
Fri:09:00-19:00
Sat:09:00-19:00
Sun:09:00-19:00
+359887205813 / +35970089050
Sofia Airport, 1 Hristofor Columb blvd., Sofia 1540
$26 - $43
Working hours
Mon:00:01-23:59
Tue:00:01-23:59
Wed:00:01-23:59
Thu:00:01-23:59
Fri:00:01-23:59
Sat:00:01-23:59
Sun:00:01-23:59
+359888221600
1, Christopher Columbus Blvd., 1540 Sofia, Bulgaria
$19 - $115
Working hours
Mon:08:00-19:59
Tue:08:00-19:59
Wed:08:00-19:59
Thu:08:00-19:59
Fri:08:00-19:59
Sat:08:00-19:59
Sun:08:00-19:59
+35929459217
Sofia International Airport
$26 - $53
Thrifty
+35924740181 / +35929459217
Sofia International Airport
$22 - $28
+359889819181 / +359887818191
ul. "Prodan Tarakchiev" 5, Sofia, Bulgaria
$13 - $246
Working hours
Mon:08:30-21:00
Tue:08:30-21:00
Wed:08:30-21:00
Thu:08:30-21:00
Fri:08:30-21:00
Sat:09:00-21:00
Sun:09:00-21:00
+35928169575
T2 - Sofia Airport
$23 - $130
Working hours
Mon:08:00-23:30
Tue:08:00-23:30
Wed:08:00-23:30
Thu:08:00-23:30
Fri:08:00-23:30
Sat:08:00-23:30
Sun:08:00-23:30
+359877877600
Terminal 2, 1000 Летище Sofia
$31 - $36
Budget
+359899700001
Arrivals Hall
$25 - $29
Working hours
Mon:09:00-23:00
Tue:09:00-23:00
Wed:09:00-23:00
Thu:09:00-23:00
Fri:09:00-23:00
Sat:09:00-23:00
Sun:09:00-23:00
+359898446083
Bul. Bruxel 33
$31 - $113
Working hours
Mon:08:00-19:00
Tue:08:00-19:00
Wed:08:00-19:00
Thu:08:00-19:00
Fri:08:00-19:00
Sat:08:00-19:00
Sun:08:00-19:00
Enterprise
+359877877600
Sofia International Airport Terminal 2, Prodan Tarakchiev St, 1528 Sofia
$39 - $40
Sky Rent A Car
+359894622363
Sofia Airport
$35 - $38
Working hours
Mon:09:00-20:59
Tue:09:00-20:59
Wed:09:00-20:59
Thu:09:00-20:59
Fri:09:00-20:59
Sat:09:00-20:59
Sun:09:00-20:59
+35929459266
SOFIA INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT
$35 - $172
Working hours
Mon:09:00-21:00
Tue:09:00-21:00
Wed:09:00-21:00
Thu:09:00-21:00
Fri:09:00-21:00
Sat:09:00-21:00
Sun:09:00-21:00
Avis
+359070091150
bul. "Christopher Columbus" 1, 1540 Sofia, Bulgaria
$39 - $66
Working hours
Mon:09:00-23:00
Tue:09:00-23:00
Wed:09:00-23:00
Thu:09:00-23:00
Fri:09:00-23:00
Sat:09:00-23:00
Sun:09:00-23:00
+359877877600
Terminal 2, Hristofor Columb Boulevard, 1, 1000 Sofia
$41 - $54
Low Cost Cars
+359886002121
Sofia Airport, 1 Hristofor Columb blvd., Sofia 1540
$15 - $22
Working hours
Mon:00:01-23:59
Tue:00:01-23:59
Wed:00:01-23:59
Thu:00:01-23:59
Fri:00:01-23:59
Sat:00:01-23:59
Sun:00:01-23:59
Interrent
+359884816666
1, HRISTOFOR COLUMB BLVD.
Working hours
Mon:09:00-21:00
Tue:09:00-21:00
Wed:09:00-21:00
Thu:09:00-21:00
Fri:09:00-21:00
Sat:09:00-21:00
Sun:09:00-21:00
EXER
+359886256666
Nedelcho Bonchev 18, Sofia
$11 - $153
Working hours
Mon:08:00-20:00
Tue:08:00-20:00
Wed:08:00-20:00
Thu:08:00-20:00
Fri:08:00-20:00
Sat:08:00-20:00
Sun:08:00-20:00
+359887503030
1 Christopher Columbus Blvd., 1540
$32 - $137
Working hours
Mon:08:00-21:00
Tue:08:00-21:00
Wed:08:00-21:00
Thu:08:00-21:00
Fri:08:00-21:00
Sat:08:00-21:00
Sun:08:00-21:00
+359885625555 / +359886256666
Sofia Airport T1, 1 Christopher Columbus
$15 - $205
+359876717717
T1 - Sofia Airport, 1000, Sofia
$10 - $34
Working hours
Mon:06:00-23:59
Tue:06:00-23:59
Wed:06:00-23:59
Thu:06:00-23:59
Fri:06:00-23:59
Sat:06:00-23:59
Sun:06:00-23:59
BT Rent A Car
+359894442457 / +359897085880
Address: 1 Christopher Columbus Blvd., 1540
$30 - $75
Working hours
Mon:05:00-23:30
Tue:05:00-23:30
Wed:05:00-23:30
Thu:05:00-23:30
Fri:05:00-23:30
Sat:05:00-23:30
Sun:05:00-23:30
+359883966366 / +359882721117
Sofia airport Bulgaria
$12 - $84
Working hours
Mon:08:30-20:30
Tue:08:30-20:30
Wed:08:30-20:30
Thu:08:30-20:30
Fri:08:30-20:30
Sat:08:30-20:30
Sun:08:30-20:30
+359886256666
Sofia International Airport - Terminal 1
$13 - $122
Working hours
Mon:09:00-18:00
Tue:09:00-18:00
Wed:09:00-18:00
Thu:09:00-18:00
Fri:09:00-18:00
Sat:09:00-18:00
Sun:09:00-18:00
+359889282222
Terminal 2 Arrivals Hall "Bruksel" Blvd.
Working hours
Mon:08:00-19:00
Tue:08:00-19:00
Wed:08:00-19:00
Thu:08:00-19:00
Fri:08:00-19:00
Sat:08:00-19:00
Sun:08:00-19:00
+35970020225
Sofia International Airport, Terminal 1, 1517 Sofia
Working hours
Mon:09:00-18:00
Tue:09:00-18:00
Wed:09:00-18:00
Thu:09:00-18:00
Fri:09:00-18:00
Sat:09:00-18:00
Sun:09:00-18:00
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