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Why rent a car at Sofia Airport with Zest?

Hiring a car at Sofia Airport with Zest gets you a great deal with no hidden costs. You won't be out of pocket in the event of a collision with our excess coverage as standard. If your car hire plans change and you need to cancel or amend your booking, you won't be charged.

  • Excess insurance as standard
  • Free cancellation
  • Free amendments
  • 24/7 emergency telephone support
  • Trusted worldwide

Which car rental company should I book with at Sofia Airport?

At Zest Car Rental, we offer a fresh and honest approach to car hire. We keep a close eye on customer feedback and vehicle standards from our providers so you will always have peace of mind that your car rental experience will be hassle-free with no hidden extras.

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Book with Zest Car Rental at Sofia Airport!

Zest Car Rental provides a fresh and honest approach to hiring a car at Sofia Airport. At Zest, we know how important transparency is when booking car rental. Our four-step booking process is simple and hassle-free, with no hidden costs or extras. At Zest, we know when planning your trip, you shouldn’t have to sweat the details and focus on the small print. Instead, you can relax and look forward to your holiday, without getting lost in car rental complications! 
 
We also know that sometimes, plans change. Therefore, we offer free cancellation and amendments up to 48 hours before your rental start as standard. Should you require it, we also offer enhanced cancellation protection for a small fee. This offers you free cancellation right up to the time your rental starts! 
 
Zest Car Rental only works with carefully selected and trusted car rental providers at Sofia Airport who care as much about reputation as we do, and always put the customer first. All our providers are monitored closely, and we review customer feedback frequently to ensure you receive the best rental experience possible. Our amazing customer feedback has meant we are ranked ‘Excellent’ on Trustpilot. Also, Zest Car Rental are Feefo Platinum Trusted! You can read our Feefo reviews here!
 
Stay protected with Zest! We offer breakdown assistance at Sofia Airport as standard. Should you wish to be fully covered, we can provide you with our industry leading top-up insurance. Our top-up insurance is the top level of cover available provided by us. You’ll receive reimbursement cover against any loss or damage to the vehicle not covered by the standard car hire insurance. To find out what is covered on our top-up insurance, check out our blog! You can rest assured we’ve made things as simple as possible so you can focus on enjoying your holiday and exploring hidden gems! 
 
If you wish to share the driving on holiday, we have negotiated a free additional driver with many of our trusted car rental providers! If your chosen provider does include a free additional driver, this will be clearly labelled on the quote page. Generate a quick and easy quote today! 
 
All rental providers we work with operate a fair fuel policy. This means you either collect the car full of fuel then return it full or return it with the same amount provided upon collection. Hassle-free and straightforward! Learn more about fair fuel policies here!
 
If you ever have any queries before, during or after your car rental, our friendly customer support team is here to help you. We can even provide you with a quote or make your booking over the telephone! Our U.K. based call centre is open 7 days a week. Wherever you are, Zest are! We operate a 24/7 Customer Support Telephone line for any urgent enquiries during out of office hours. 
 
The great inclusions Zest offers with every rental has led to us being the one and only Which? Recommended Car Hire Broker, an accolade we have earnt every year since 2017! Which? Concluded that Zest Car Rental goes ‘beyond for their customers’ and awarded Zest with a five-star rating for the clarity of the final hire cost. Fresh, Honest and Transparent!

Sofia Airport Key Information!

  • IATA: SOF
  • Website: sofia-airport.bg
  • Address: bul. "Christopher Columbus" 1, 1540 Sofia, Bulgaria
  • Telephone: +359 2 937 2211

As the capital of Bulgaria, Sofia makes for an appealing base in a country that has plenty to offer its visitors. Even its name is appealing! It’s one of the oldest cities on the continent, underlined by the fact that you’ll be surrounded by history.

With a multitude of attractions to see across the city, why not arrange to hire a car at the airport for ease, or pick up a vehicle in the city centre?

Should I rent a car at Sofia Airport with Zest Car Rental?

Revel in some culture and visit the Natural History Museum and National Art Gallery. A trip to both will help you to understand and uncover the city's rich history. Learn a great deal about this interesting and long-standing city.

For some lighter entertainment, why not visit the zoo. Home to a vast array of animals, this is definitely a great day out and is sure to keep every member of the family entertained.

Walk around one of the many parks littered throughout Sofia and see some of the major sights. One of the most prominent buildings is the Alexander Nevski Cathedral which dates to the 6th century. The Hagia Sophia is also worth including in your sightseeing plans.

Exploring Bulgaria by Car!

Drive to Velingrad, which lies at the heart of the Rhodope Mountains. Relax at one of the many spas and mineral springs. Grab your hiking boots and trek around the Yundola Mountain and breathe in some fresh air.

Head towards the town of Samokov, a 70 minute drive away. Nestled between the Rila and Vitosha mountains, this is a great location for skiing. You could also head to the history museum and discover more about the area.

Plovdiv is only 90 minutes away by car and it presents plenty of fascinating things to see and do. Explore the city and view the countless ancient ruins and monuments here. The Craftsmen's market in Strumna Street is also well worth a visit!

Can I take my Sofia Airport Car Rental into another country?

Renting a car and venturing into neighbouring countries is a fantastic way to embrace the spirit of adventure! The freedom to explore at your own pace, discover hidden gems and the local culture is an experience unlike any other. The countries are providers allow you to travel into on your rental are: 

Please be aware that each provider has different regulations on which countries you can take your rental car into. This is labelled during the booking process. Simple and hassle-free!

Need to contact us on rental?

We hope that your holiday and car hire collection goes smoothly, however we understand that things don’t always go to plan. 

If your flight is cancelled or delayed, please let us know on +44 1362 852288.  

If you experience an issue upon collection, a member of our customer support team will be more than happy to help! Contact us and we will liaise with the car rental provider to resolve any problems.

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