Follow the transformation of Sofia Airport here.
Sofia Airport is Bulgaria’s largest international airport. It serves flights to over 80 international and domestic destinations all year round. Since April 2021 the management and development of the airport has been handled by SOF Connect S.A., a company of the global investment fund Meridiam and backed by the expertise of Munich International Airport.
SOF Connect – the operator of Sofia Airport is implementing an ambitious transformation programme for the airport, which aims to turn it into a successful project contributing to the economic and social development of Sofia and the country.
The vision for Sofia Airport is its transformation into a 5-star regional airport by 2028. Read more about the airport’s strategy for the next 5 years
Over the next year and a half, the number of check-in counters to increase from the current 34 to 52. More check-in counters mean improved airport capacity, more convenient and faster passenger service.
To make room for the new counters, the domestic area will be relocated, allowing passengers bound for Varna and Burgas to use the terminal’s eateries, shopping areas and other amenities.
The number of security checkpoints for passengers and hand luggage will be increased from 6 to 11, saving time and adding much-needed convenience to mandatory pre-flight airport procedures.
The increased number of security checkpoints necessitates the same for document checkpoints, which are carried out by the authorities of the Border Police General Directorate.
Discover Sofia Airport’s premier duty-free store in Terminal 2. Operated by SOF Connect and Avolta, this 1733 m² retail space offers an unparalleled shopping experience in Eastern Europe. Enjoy a dedicated 200 m² area showcasing the best local products and the “Taste of Sofia” tasting bar with premium local wines and spirits. Beauty lovers can indulge in a 365 m² beauty section, featuring Sofia’s exclusive Victoria’s Secret corner. Shop the finest local and global brands at Sofia Airport’s duty-free store.
Discover the diverse dining options at Sofia Airport.
With six food corners offering a rich assortment of food and drinks, you’ll find something to satisfy every craving. Terminal 2 features four food corners, while Terminal 1 boasts two. Enjoy a variety of international and local cuisines, ensuring a delightful culinary experience before your flight. Whether you’re in the mood for a quick bite or a leisurely meal, Sofia Airport has you covered.
The refurbished Aspire Business Lounge at Sofia Airport, opened in mid-2022, is your ideal pre-flight retreat. Operated by Swissport, the lounge offers a comfortable and convenient setting, complete with WiFi, TV, and a variety of food and beverages. Unique to the border area, it also features a designated smoking area.
Located on level “0” just past security and passport control, the Aspire Business Lounge ensures a relaxing start to your journey. Future developments include a complete redevelopment of Level +2 in Terminal 2, which will feature guest lounges with their own security checkpoints, enhancing the travel experience further. Enjoy unparalleled comfort and amenities at the Aspire Business Lounge, Sofia Airport.
3 additional passenger boarding bridges will be added to the 7 existing ones. They will be able to serve wide-body aircraft, which is in connection with the diversification of flight offers from and to Sofia Airport with new more distant destinations.
The overhaul of the covered public parking lot is already underway, with 3 temporary lots and 1 permanent parking lots to be constructed during the renovation.
In 8 years Sofia Airport will have a new terminal, which is in line with SOF Connect’s commitment to the Bulgarian state. Its construction will take place in several phases, which will initially provide a phased increase in the capacity of the existing Terminal 2 in line with passenger traffic forecasts.
The concessionaire’s strategy for a 5-star regional airport is inseparable from the new functionality of Terminal 1.
Terminal 2 – once its complete redevelopment is complete, will take over the air traffic, while the almost 70-year-old Terminal 1 building will have a new purpose – a location for business and VIP aviation. This concept includes preserving the authentic look of the terminal as part of its cultural and aviation heritage.
SOF Connect is actively engaged in the development of the flight network and in attracting new airlines to offer more opportunities for travel to and from the capital’s airport. Negotiations have already started to launch nearly 100 new routes and a strong argument is the competitive airport charges which, combined with the country’s geographical location, cultural and historical assets – all these are a powerful incentive to grow the flight network.
At the beginning of the summer the capital’s airport presented a logo that combines tradition and new horizons.
The message the logo conveys is new horizons on the way to transforming the capital’s airport into a 5-star regional airport. In line with the new visual identity, a complete rebranding is underway.