Sofia Airport Taxi Service
Visiting a foreign country can be quite challenging from the moment you start travelling until you arrive at your hotel. With a Sofia Airport taxi, you’ll get into the holiday mood in no time as rides are quick, stress-free, and door-to-door.
The official yellow taxis are available 24/7 at the taxi ranks outside Sofia Airport. They’re considered the most convenient way to travel to and from the airport, providing a direct service that will get you to the city centre in under 20 minutes and to Bansko in 134 minutes.
Hand picked & english speaking drivers
Same price as a regular Taxi from the line
Drivers are always on time
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HOW MUCH DOES A TAXI COST FROM SOFIA AIRPORT?
| Taxi prices | Day time (05:00 - 24:00) | Night time (00:00 - 05:00) | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| SOFIA AIRPORT TO CITY CENTRE | 9 € | 10 € | 20 MIN |
| SOFIA AIRPORT TO BANSKO | 105 € | 120 € | 168 MIN |
| SOFIA AIRPORT TO BOROVETS | 45 € | 52 € | 68 MIN |
Sofia Airport taxi prices
Official Sofia Airport taxis use taximeters to calculate fares. As a result, the final cost will depend on the distance travelled, waiting times, traffic conditions and the time of day, including different charges for daytime and nighttime. The base fare during the daytime is €1.26 (BGN 2.47) and the price per km is €0.62 (BGN 1.22). At nighttime (22:00 – 06:00), the base fare increases to €1.42 (BGN 2.79) and the price per km goes up to €0.72 (BGN 1.41). Also, keep in mind that there is a call-out charge of €0.40 (BGN 0.90) added to the final fare and a waiting rate of €0.20 (BGN 0.39) per minute.
For example, a taxi from Sofia Airport to the city centre costs approximately €9 (BGN 18) during the day and €10-11 (BGN 20-22) at night. If you’re heading to Bansko, located approximately 161 km from the airport, the Sofia Airport taxi service costs around €105 (BGN 205) during the day and €120 (BGN 235) at night.
Similarly, if you’re planning to visit Borovets, which is located about 68 km from Sofia Airport, the taxi service is estimated to cost about €45 (BGN 88) during the day and €52 (BGN 102) at night.
To avoid the stress of the taximeter, you can book your airport taxi with a trusted provider like Welcome Pickups and secure a fixed fare with no hidden costs.
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Where to get a taxi at Sofia Airport?
Taxis can be found at both terminals of Sofia Airport and the official airport taxi partner is Yellow! To arrange your ride, simply approach the official company desks in the Arrivals Hall and request a ride. You’ll receive a slip with your name, destination, taxi number and licence number for convenience.
The Sofia Airport taxi rank is located on the right side of the Terminal 1 arrivals exit. If you’re coming out of Terminal 2, you’ll find the taxis waiting in a line just in front of the exit on the arrivals level.
For a personalised meet and greet service with a trained English-speaking driver, we recommend pre-booking your journey from Sofia Airport with Welcome Pickups. This ensures a smooth and hassle-free transfer directly to your hotel.
Useful tips for getting a taxi from Sofia Airport
- Official Sofia Airport taxis charge using a taximeter, with the basic fare starting at €1.26.
- Never accept rides from unlicensed drivers at Sofia Airport as you may be subject to overcharging. It is recommended to choose an official provider to ensure a safe taxi ride.
- Ensure the taximeter is reset before beginning your journey and keep your slip until the end to ensure a fair charge.
- A night tariff applies from 22:00 to 06:00 with the basic fare starting at €1.42.
- Always ask for the receipt in case you need to file a complaint or claim a lost item.
- If you think you have been scammed or overcharged, write down the taxi driver’s name, ID number and the number of your taxi to file a complaint with the taxi company afterwards.
- Use Google Maps to track your route and avoid extra charges for unnecessary detours.
- Some taxi drivers may not speak English fluently. It’s best to write your hotel address on a piece of paper and give it to the driver beforehand.
- Although you are not obliged, it is common to tip your taxi driver 10% in Bulgaria, especially for longer journeys. Nevertheless, you could always round up the fare for shorter journeys if you are satisfied with the taxi service.
- If you are willing to pay by credit card, we encourage you to check it with your driver before starting your ride. You should also carry some cash in the local currency (BGN) just in case.
- Pre-booking an airport taxi guarantees you a meet and greet, free waiting times, flat-fare payments, reliable English-speaking drivers and 24/7 customer support.
Pre-book a taxi from Sofia Airport to your hotel
Maybe the last thing you want to do upon landing at Sofia Airport is navigate your way through the complexities of public transport, especially while carrying heavy luggage.
Save all your energy for exploring by taking a Sofia Airport taxi. Escape the crowds and enjoy the comfort of a private ride straight from the airport curb to your hotel’s doorstep.