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Last minute flights to Sofia
Departure Sat, 17 Apr Return Mon, 19 Apr
LON London SOF Sofia return from £34
Departure Sat, 17 Apr Return Sun, 18 Apr
LON London SOF Sofia return from £47
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MAN Manchester SOF Sofia return from £223
Departure Sat, 17 Apr Return Mon, 19 Apr
MAN Manchester 
SOF Sofia return from £283
Departure Sat, 17 Apr Return Mon, 19 Apr
EDI Edinburgh SOF Sofia return from £312
Departure Sat, 17 Apr Return Mon, 19 Apr
PAR Paris SOF Sofia return from £47
Departure Sat, 17 Apr Return Sun, 18 Apr
AMS Amsterdam SOF Sofia return from £218
Departure Sat, 17 Apr Return Mon, 19 Apr
AMS Amsterdam SOF Sofia return from £141
London
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return from £28
Manchester
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return from £63
Birmingham
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return from £54
Edinburgh
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return from £105
Bristol
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return from £104
Larnaca
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return from £178
Paris
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return from £97
Dublin
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return from £197
Berlin
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return from £78
Newcastle
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return from £362
Glasgow
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return from £246
Leeds Bradford
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return from £204
East Midlands
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return from £1,454
Kiev
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return from £249
Aberdeen
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return from £343
Cardiff
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return from £268
Doha
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return from £638
Memmingen
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return from £130
Eindhoven
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return from £222
Tunis
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return from £277
Humberside
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return from £274
Helsinki
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return from £238
Beirut
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return from £497
Copenhagen
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Stockholm
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Belfast
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Trips to Sofia
Sofia travel
Bulgaria's capital city, Sofia, is largely known for its mineral and thermal springs, rich culture and old history. The beginnings of the city date back 7,000 years with evidence of Thracian and Roman remains in the area. It went through several sieges and occupations by the Byzantine, Ottoman, Hungarian and Russian empires. Today, Sofia is a pleasant city that combines the elements of modern times and its historic heritage attracting visitors and investors from all over Europe and the world. It comes as no surprise that there are many flights to Sofia to cater to the needs of travellers visiting the capital for work or pleasure. Check out our offers flight + hotel to Sofia!
Things to do and places to see in Sofia
Sofia is a surprisingly modern, yet compact, city that boasts many attractions and amenities. In addition to its reputation as an education centre, it is also a great place to start up a business with its favourable investment environment. Visit numerous museums or admire Byzantine architecture and landmarks. Enjoy parks and gardens or indulge in wellness therapy. Many cheap flights to Sofia come as holiday packages that combine sightseeing, health therapy and outdoor activities.
When visiting Sofia, be sure to:
- See the Alexander Nevsky Cathedral with its Byzantine Revival architecture
- Trace Bulgaria's history at the National Historical Museum
- Check out the Ivan Vazov National Theatre
- Head out to the outskirts of Sofia to visit the Dragalevtsi Monastery of the Holy Mother of God of Vitosha.
- Relax by the Lake Pancharevo and enjoy stunning views
- Take a look at the Sofia Synagogue, the third largest in Europe
- Catch sight of the Monument to the Tsar Liberator, a fabulous equestrian monument
- Explore the interesting collections at the Earth and Man National Museum, one of the largest mineralogical museums in the world
- Visit the Sveti Sedmochislenitsi Church, a Bulgarian Orthodox church
- View artefacts and exhibitions at the National Archaeological Museum
- Escape to the green areas of the city for some quiet time
- Stroll along the pedestrian zone of Vitosha Boulevard and explore shops, restaurants and luxury boutiques
- Relax at the Sofia Mineral Baths
Sofia airports
Sofia Airport is the primary international airport of Sofia city. It has two terminals to serve the needs of passengers on trips to Sofia. Shops, cafes, ATMs, a post office, lounges, car hire companies and parking facilities are some of the major amenities at the airport.
- Sofia Airport
Location
Sofia Airport is located 10km east of the centre of Sofia city.
Transport options
Sofia Airport is well-linked to the public transportation system. Sofia Metro Line 1 connects the airport directly to the centre. The ride downtown from the airport takes approximately 18 minutes. By bus, take lines 84 and 384 to move between the airport and city. Other ways of reaching the centre include taxis and car rentals using the Brussels Boulevard, Tsarigradsko shose and the Trakia motorway.
FAQ's about Sofia
🔍 How can I find cheap flights to Sofia at Opodo?
At Opodo you can find flights from £28 to Sofia. Our offers are the result of a combination of different technologies, machine learning algorithms and real searches form our customers in our platform, so you can get the options that better suits your needs when flying to Sofia.
🖱️ When's the best time to book flights to Sofia?
The top month to book flights to Sofia is July, based on our Opodo UK customers. The next most popular booking period for Sofia flights is September. In third place: October. By this we mean when travellers book their tickets. For the best time to actually travel to Sofia, read on.
📅 When's the best time to go to Sofia?
We checked our customers' flight searches, and the winner of best time to fly to Sofia is... July. The next best month to travel to Sofia is August. And let's not forget December, the third top choice for when to go to Sofia. However if you prefer things on the less busy side, we can also tell you (quietly) that the least popular month for flights to Sofia is January.
✈️ Which airlines fly to Sofia from the UK?
Airlines flying direct from the UK to Sofia include:
- Wizz Air, which flies from London and Liverpool to Sofia plus from null.
- Ryanair, which has flights from London and Edinburgh as well as Birmingham to Sofia.
- Bulgaria Air, with flights from London to Sofia and null and also from null.
Indirect flights from the UK to Sofia include:
- Bulgaria Air, which flies from Edinburgh and Aberdeen and also from Newcastle.
- Lufthansa, with flights from London and Manchester to Sofia plus Birmingham.
- Eurowings, which has flights from London and Manchester as well as from Birmingham to Sofia.
💰 What are the cheapest airlines flying to Sofia?
Looking at the prices of our customers' bookings from Spain to Sofia, your best bet for cheap flights is:
- Ryanair: average one-way price of £83.65 , with London to Sofia an average of £80.10 and Bristol from £91.18.
- Bulgaria Air (one-way average: £101.55) : this includes an average price from London to Sofia of £101.55 and also flights from null costing null.
- Wizz Air: average cost for one-way was £112.79 , with London to Sofia flights costing an average of £112.79 and the price tag from null being null.
🕑 How long before a flight to Sofia should I be at the airport?
If you want to be on time for your flight to Sofia, make sure to be at the airport at least two to three hours in advance. Check-ins, security controls, customs and boarding the airplane can take some time. At Opodo you can find the best deals for flights to Sofia departing from over 50 cities and choose from a variety of services that will improve your time at the airport and guarantee a much better travel experience, such as priority boarding and additional luggage. For more convenience, when booking your flight to Sofia at Opodo you can also add insurance or opt for a refundable fare and have a problem-free trip!
🛄 What is the name of Sofia’s airport?
Sofia is served by 1 airport[s]. Sofia International Airport operates flights towards both domestic and international destinations within 50 cities, such as London, Manchester and Edinburgh, the most popular routes.
📌 How far is Sofia’s airport from the city centre?
Sofia’s airport Sofia International Airport is located 4 miles from the city centre.
💶 How much is the trip from the airport to Sofia’s city centre?
By Public transport: The price for the trip is about 0.70 GBP per person. By taxi: If you have more budget and prefer to take a taxi from Sofia International Airport , for example, the average price for the ride to Sofia centre is around 0.41 GBP per km. By car: For more convenience and freedom during your stay, Opodo has the best offers of car rentals in Sofia. Pick your preferred car type and get from Sofia International Airport to Sofia city centre on your own terms.
💳 How much should I budget for a trip to Sofia?
If you are going to Sofia, here is a list with an average price of some goods:
- - Inexpensive Restaurant: 5.27 GBP
- - Mid Range Restaurante: 26.33 GBP
- - Cheap Restaurant: 4.39 GBP
- - Domestic Beer: 1.29 GBP
- - Imported Beer: 1.54 GBP
- - Coffee: 1.16 GBP
- - SoftDrink: 0.80 GBP
- - Water: 0.53 GBP
⛅ What is the weather like in Sofia?
If you're looking for summer vibes, the best time to travel to Sofia is in July, August and June, when the average temperature reaches 24.44 °C, while August, July and October are the 3 sunniest months of the year, with an average of 129.66 hours.
If you prefer colder temperatures, however, make sure you visit Sofia during the months of January, February and December to experience an average of -1.88 °C.
For those who don't care too much about temperatures, but want to avoid getting wet in the rain, it's important to avoid travelling during November, January and February, when the average precipitation in Sofia is 4.33 mm, while the months of January, February and March are drier, with an average of 0 mm.
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