Cheap Car Hire & Rental Sofia Airport Bulgaria

Sofia Airport

Sofia Airport is located approximately 5km east of the city of Sofia. It also hosts the Bulgarian Air Force. The airport was originally constructed in the 1930's and over the years has undergone much renovation. By 2006 a new runway and terminal were completed. One of the major issues facing the Sofia Airport is that due to it geography it experiences extensive fog during the winter which prevents flights from departing or landing. It also lacks all-weather operational capability due to radio interference in the area. Despite the drawbacks, Sofia Airport serviced over 3 million passengers in 2010.

Sofia Airport has two terminals. Terminal 1 is the original terminal and provides easy access and simple services. Terminal 2 was completed in 2006 and offers state-of-the-art services not found in Terminal 1. Among them is improved baggage handling as well as air-bridges from the terminal to the plane. Passengers using Terminal 1 uses air-side buses. Terminal 1 handles mainly charter and regional flights. Terminal 2 is the primary terminal for major airline traffic even though its passenger lounges are much smaller than those in Terminal 1. Both terminals are also easily accessible to those with physical disabilities.

Regardless of which terminal you use, you will find a number of services to provide a pleasurable travel experience. Both terminals offer a variety of shops and restaurants. Travelers can obtain duty free as well as local souvenirs in shops. Restaurants provide a variety of cuisine from local to coffee and pastry. There are also guest lounges in both terminals to provide extra services such as free Wi-Fi Internet connection. Access to the lounges is via a voucher available for purchase at the ticket sales counters. Terminal 1 has a kids area specially designed for small travelers. Terminal 1 also hosts the VIP lounge which provides discreet and special services. It is designed to cater to the international business and dignitary. It has facilities to hold press conferences and interviews as well.

Access to and from the airport is available by bus or taxi. Of course, to see a lot of Sofia you might want to have your own vehicle. Car hire in Sofia airport is available at Terminal 1. There is a free shuttle bus between the terminals. Four car hire companies offer their services. By using Anycarhire.com you will be able to compare all of the car hire companies available at Sofia Airport to find the best deal.

Address :

Sofia Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport
Administration Building 17,
Spata 19019, Bulgaria.
Ph : (0)210 353 0000 or 353 0001
Visit : www.aia.gr