Sofia SOF to El Prat de Llobregat BCN Flights

Flights from Sofia to El Prat de Llobregat generally leave from Sofia Airport and arrive in Barcelona El Prat Airport.

Sofia Airport is 12.2 km away from Sofia city centre and Barcelona El Prat Airport is 6.6 km from El Prat de Llobregat city centre.

Since both Sofia and El Prat de Llobregat are in the Schengen Area, a passport is not required for European Union (EU) or Schengen-associated country citizens. A national ID card is sufficient.

There is a time difference of 1 h between Sofia and El Prat de Llobregat all year round.

The best events to attend in El Prat de Llobregat include:

• Festa Major de El Prat, a vibrant local festival celebrating the town's patron saint with music, parades, and traditional food
• El Prat International Jazz Festival, an annual event featuring renowned jazz musicians and captivating performances
• Mercat de la Terra, a monthly market promoting local produce and sustainable living with food stalls and workshops.

The best holidays to experience in El Prat de Llobregat include:

• Catalonia Day, vibrant celebrations of Catalan culture with various events and activities
• Easter, mild spring weather and traditional religious processions
• Labor Day, lively local festivities and a chance to experience the community spirit.

The best seasons to visit El Prat de Llobregat are Spring or Fall. The best weather to explore El Prat de Llobregat is during April-June or September-October.

For international flights we recommend to arrive 2.5 to 3 hours before departure. Please check the website of your departure airport if in doubt. Some airports may offer booking time slots for security checks or offer additional information on when to get there based on time of day.

Most airlines permit carry-on bags that fit within specific dimensions (e. G. 22 x 14 x 9 inches or 56 x 36 x 23 cm), including handles and wheels. Bags must fit in the overhead bin or under the seat in front of you.

Many airlines impose weight limits, commonly ranging between 7 kg (15 lbs) and 12 kg (26 lbs).
Typically, passengers are allowed one carry-on bag and one personal item (for example a purse, laptop bag, or backpack). Personal items must fit under the seat in front of you.
Budget Airlines (like Ryanair or Wizz Air) have stricter size and weight limits, often requiring fees for larger carry-ons. Full-Service Airlines have more lenient policies, sometimes including more spacious dimensions or higher weight limits depending on your ticket class.

The list of items prohibited on an airplane varies by country and airline, but in general, the following items are not allowed in carry-on or checked baggage: Weapons and self-defence items, sharp objects, flammable materials, explosives, toxic substances, or liquids over 100ml (except for medications and baby essentials). In checked baggage, firearms (without authorization), explosives, large lithium batteries, and hazardous chemicals are prohibited. Electronic cigarettes must be in carry-on bags, while alcohol and dry ice have restrictions. Always check with your airline for specific regulations.