Empty-leg hub
LBSF — Sofia Airport
BulgariaSofia
Sofia Airport (LBSF) in Sofia, Bulgaria is an outbound empty-leg hub with 474 live listings, according to EmptyJet, and a median ask of $19,200.
474 live empty legs involving LBSF
Empty-leg demand
Sofia Airport (LBSF) in Sofia, Bulgaria is primarily an empty-leg departure hub: 366 of 474 live legs (77%) leave LBSF, according to EmptyJet.
The busiest live corridors at LBSF are to LTFJ (161), from OEJN (40), and to LGAV (23).
Priced empty legs at LBSF center on a median ask of $19,200, with an observed range of $6,855–$195,000 (472 priced listings).
Aircraft mix at LBSF is led by Bombardier Challenger 605 (Heavy Jet) (160 legs), with Gulfstream G700, Gulfstream G280 also active.
Key takeaways
- LBSF: 474 live empty legs (366 out / 108 in), according to EmptyJet.
- Median priced ask at LBSF: $19,200 (n=472).
- Busiest corridor: to LTFJ (161 legs).
- Most common aircraft: Bombardier Challenger 605 (160 legs, ~34%).
Outbound empty legs leaving LBSF creates priced one-way charter opportunities. The readings above cover 474 live legs and help compare timing, aircraft class, and corridor strength before requesting quotes.
Live empty-leg corridors
| Direction | Airport | Live listings | Median ask |
|---|---|---|---|
| Outbound to | LTFJIstanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport | 161 | $21,700 |
| Inbound from | OEJNKing Abdulaziz International Airport | 40 | $76,200 |
| Outbound to | LGAVAthens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport | 23 | $17,400 |
| Outbound to | LGSMSamos Airport | 17 | $20,500 |
| Outbound to | LGKOKos Airport | 13 | $18,800 |
| Outbound to | LKTBBrno-Turany Airport | 9 | $17,100 |
Median ask uses priced EmptyJet listings only; unpriced operator quotes are excluded.
Aircraft on live EmptyJet listings
| Aircraft | Category | Live listings |
|---|---|---|
| Bombardier Challenger 605 | Heavy Jet | 160 |
| Gulfstream G700 | Ultra Long Range | 17 |
| Gulfstream G280 | Super Midsize Jet | 9 |
| Bombardier Challenger 300 | Super Midsize Jet | 6 |
| Cessna Citation Sovereign+ | Super Midsize Jet | 6 |
Airport facts
- IATA
- SOF
- ICAO
- LBSF
- City
- Sofia
- Country
- Bulgaria
- Type
- large airport
- Elevation
- 1,742 ft
- Timezone
- Europe/Athens
- Region
- Europe
- Runways
- 1
- Longest runway
- 11,811 ft
- Traffic score
- 7.7 / 10
Links
- Wikipedia
- en.wikipedia.org
- Official site
- sofia-airport.bg
Runways
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09/27 | 11,811 ft | 147 ft | ASP | Yes |
Nearby airports
FAQ
How active is LBSF for empty legs?
Sofia Airport (LBSF) has 474 live empty-leg listings — 366 departing and 108 arriving, according to EmptyJet.
What is a typical empty-leg price at LBSF?
The median ask at LBSF is $19,200 across 472 priced live listings, according to EmptyJet. Final quotes still vary by aircraft, date, and operator.
Which empty-leg routes are busiest at LBSF?
The strongest live corridor at LBSF is to LTFJ (Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport), with 161 listings, according to EmptyJet.
Which aircraft fly empty legs at LBSF most often?
The Bombardier Challenger 605, a Heavy Jet, is the most common model on empty legs at LBSF, with 160 live listings (~34% of live inventory), according to EmptyJet.
What is the airport code for Sofia Airport?
The primary code for Sofia Airport is LBSF.
Where is LBSF airport located?
Sofia Airport (LBSF) is in Sofia, Bulgaria.
What is the ICAO code for SOF?
The ICAO code for Sofia Airport (SOF) is LBSF.
What is the longest runway at LBSF?
The longest runway at Sofia Airport (LBSF) is 11,811 ft.
Empty legs from this airport
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