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Cheapest time to fly from Sofia to London

If you’re planning to fly this route soon, keep in mind that the lowest fares are usually available at the beginning of December. Take advantage of this period to save on your flight tickets and make the most of your trip. Please note that prices may change after your search.

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Flight Duration3 h and 25 mFlights between Sofia and London take, on average, 3 h and 25 m minutes, but the time can vary according to other factors

Cheapest flight£13Cheapest price for a flight between Sofia and London found by our customers in the last 72 hours

Origin airportSofia AirportWhen flying from Sofia to London

Destination airportsGatwick Airport, Heathrow Airport, London Luton Airport, London Stansted Airport, London City AirportWhen travelling from Sofia to London

High seasonMarchAccording to search data from our customers, March is the busiest time to fly from Sofia to London

Airlines flying this routeRyanair, Wizz Air, EasyjetAirline(s) with flights between Sofia to London

One-way average Price£68The average price for a flight Sofia - London at Opodo is £68, based on the price of last 6 months

Best time to bookAugustAccording to real data July is the most popular time to book a flight to London when departing from Sofia

Airlines that fly from Sofia to London

Distance: 1,251 mi

Sofia airports

Sofia Airport (SOF)How far from city centre: 4 mi

London airports

Gatwick Airport (LGW)How far from city centre: 25 mi

Heathrow Airport (LHR)How far from city centre: 14 mi

London Luton Airport (LTN)How far from city centre: 28 mi

London Stansted Airport (STN)How far from city centre: 30 mi

London City Airport (LCY)How far from city centre: 8 mi

Find cheap flights from Sofia to London

Flying from Sofia to London, you land at one of four London airports: Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted or Luton. Direct flights from Sofia Airport take about 3 hours 15 minutes.

In recent days, Opodo customers have booked flights from Sofia to London for £13.

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Departing from Sofia: airports and terminals

Flights departing from the Bulgarian capital leave from Sofia Airport (SOF), which has two terminals. The older terminal is used for specific low-cost flights, where carriers like Wizz Air often base their operations. The larger and more modern terminal handles a broader range of airlines, including Bulgaria Air and Ryanair on the route to London.

Passengers can reach the airport from the city centre via Sofia Metro Line 4, which runs directly to the station at the newer terminal.

Arriving in London: from the airport to the city

Flights from Sofia land at Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted or Luton. Passengers at Heathrow Airport can reach central London via the Heathrow Express or the London Underground network. From Gatwick Airport, the Gatwick Express runs to the city, and from Stansted Airport the Stansted Express train provides a direct link. Those arriving at Luton Airport can use regular rail and bus services, while taxis and private hire vehicles are available at all terminals.

Entry requirements for London

Travellers flying from Sofia to London require a valid passport for entry to the United Kingdom. National identity cards are no longer accepted. Passports must remain valid for the duration of the stay.

Bulgarian and EU nationals do not need a visa for short-term visits, including tourism or business trips of up to six months, but they need an electronic travel authorisation (ETA) before they travel. Border control at London airports includes automated ePassport gates for eligible passengers.

Things to do in London

Visitors arriving on flights to London from Sofia can explore world-renowned attractions across the UK capital. You can discover centuries of history at the Tower of London, which has served as a royal palace and treasury. For outdoor relaxation, Hyde Park provides extensive green space in the centre of the city, while the London Eye offers panoramic views of the skyline. Our full destination guide provides complete recommendations to help you plan your itinerary.

Frequently asked questions about flights from Sofia to London

On average, how much is the price of a flight from Sofia to London?

When you fly from Sofia to London the average price is £68. However, this price depends on many other factors such as seasonality or how far in advance the route has been booked.

How can I find cheap flights from Sofia to London at Opodo?

The cheapest price for a flight from Sofia to London is 13 £. At Opodo we use different machine learned based methodologies to find our costumers the best option available, considering airline combinations, stopovers and direct flights as well as different criteria for inbound and outbound journeys.

When is the best time to book a flight from Sofia to London?

The most popular months to book a flight from Sofia to London are July, December and August, based on the searches of our customers.

When is the best time to travel from Sofia to London?

The best time of the year to go to London when flying from Sofia depends on several preference factors like climate, seasonality and, of course, price. When it comes to popularity, August is the top 1º month to fly to London from Sofia in terms of searches from our customer, followed by September and December. If you prefer to avoid high peaks of turism, however, and escape a crowded period, May, March and November are the months with less volume of searchs for the route Sofia - London.

How long does the flight take to go from Sofia to London?

The total flight time between Sofia and London is of around 3 h and 25 m on average, considering an average distance of 1,251.32 mi, for both direct and indirect flights for the route (which may have 1 or more stops in other cities in between).

Which airports have flights between Sofia and London?

The main airport route flying between Sofia and London is: Sofia Airport (SOF) to Gatwick Airport(LGW). This route is covered by the following airline(s):

Which are the airlines with flights from Sofia to London?

Airlines with direct flights departing from Sofia to London are:

Ryanair.
Wizz Air.
British Airways.

Lufthansa

Lot Polish Airlines
Turkish Airlines

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