Flights from Shanghai to Sofia

Arriving in Sofia

Book your flights to Sofia with Etihad Airways and enjoy a destination which is a thriving centre of heritage, sophistication, architecture, design and cosmopolitan values.

Plan Your Sofia Holiday

There are myriad reasons to travel to Sofia. Performance art and cinema are the two favourite artistic past times in Sofia. The historical ancestry is such that Sofia has the largest museum collections in Bulgaria, whether you are interested in natural history or sculpture, you will find it exhibited here. You can also enjoy sensory overload at the largest IMAX cinema in Europe or relax and soak up the atmosphere in one of the many recreational spaces.

The peak season in Sofia runs through July and August. Temperatures average 27 degrees centigrade and it is here that the parks and gardens are in full bloom. We advise booking your tickets to Sofia well in advance at this time. The city is also pleasant during the spring, April and May, and autumn, September and October, when the temperatures are cooler. This is the best time to find cheap hotels in Sofia as the winter can be bitterly cold. Please check our Deals section to find flight deals to Sofia all year round.

Flying from Shanghai

Book your flights from Shanghai to hundreds of destinations in Asia and worldwide with Etihad Airways and enjoy exceptional service from your reservation to your arrival.

Major Airports in Shanghai

The primary airport for Shanghai is Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG). Due to its location it is also a major nexus for flights into and out of Asia. The airport has two main passenger terminals, which accomdate tens of millions pass through its gates every year. Shaghai airport is connected to the Maglev train service, which was the first of its kind for commercial passengers.

Airport Transportation in Shanghai

In Shanghai you can take a shuttle bus to Pudong International Airport. The underground metro train to Pudong International Airport is a possibility, but allow at least one hour for the journey. A taxi to Pudong International Airport is a faster option and there are many to choose from.

From early morning until late evening you can take the Maglev Magnetic train to Pudong International Airport. It works by magnetic levitation and is the fastest commercial train in the world. The journey takes eight minutes and runs every 15 minutes.

Choose Etihad Airways, the National Airline of the United Arab Emirates, for flights from Shanghai to Sofia on which you will be travelling in comfort and style.