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October 20 - October 21

Cheapest

Best

STN - Sofia

$225

$57

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October 20 - October 22

Cheapest

Best

STN - Sofia

$226

$57

Round trip

October 20 - October 23

STN - Sofia

$226

$60

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October 6 - October 20

STN - Sofia

$203

$62

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November 10 - December 6

LTN - Sofia

$126

$65

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October 3 - October 11

Earliest

STN - Sofia

$206

$66

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October 3 - October 20

Earliest

STN - Sofia

$193

$66

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October 11 - October 20

STN - Sofia

$218

$66

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October 19 - October 20

STN - Sofia

$225

$66

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October 6 - October 21

STN - Sofia

$201

$66

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Insights for flights from London to Sofia

A typical journey from London to Sofia takes about 7h 5m, including connections. This duration accounts for itineraries that involve stopovers, which are common on this route. Most itineraries connect at least once, with the median number of stopovers for connecting flights being 1. Only 35.6% of recent fares were for non-stop flights.

When looking for cheap flights from London to Sofia, fares are typically $97–$228, with a median of $152. Right now, current fares are above the typical level. Approximately 43% of recent fares were classified as a good price. New deals appear almost daily, offering frequent opportunities to find competitive prices.

The cheapest time to fly from London to Sofia is typically during the winter months. January stands out as the most affordable month, with a median fare of just $76. February also offers lower prices, with a median fare of $106. Additionally, November presents a good option for budget-conscious travelers, with a median fare of $110.

The distance between London and Sofia is approximately 2050 kilometers. This classifies the route as a medium-haul journey, indicating a flight that is longer than short-haul but typically does not involve multiple long segments.

How much is a round trip from London to Sofia

Regular price: $166 - $387

Prices are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from London Stansted to Sofia is typically between $166 and $387. The current lowest deal is $57 with Ryanair, for travel from Oct 20-Oct 21.

now $57

Low $166

High $387

The cheapest time to fly from London to Sofia

The cheapest month to fly from London to Sofia is January, with a median price of $76. The most expensive month is September, with a median price of $245. Prices are generally lower from January to November.

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Flights from $76

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Most Expensive

Flights from $245

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Direct flights from London to Sofia

Ryanair

Last-minute flights going from London to Sofia

Sun, Jun 21

⌛ Last-Minute

STN - Sofia

London (STN) - Sofia (SOF)

Jet2.com

$443

$105

One-way

Sun, Jun 21

⌛ Last-Minute

STN - Sofia

London (STN) - Sofia (SOF)

Jet2.com

$450

$128

One-way

Wed, Jul 1

⌛ Last-Minute

STN - Sofia

London (STN) - Sofia (SOF)

Ryanair

$332

$72

One-way

Wed, Jul 1

⌛ Last-Minute

STN - Sofia

London (STN) - Sofia (SOF)

Ryanair

$328

$73

One-way

Wed, Jul 1

⌛ Last-Minute

STN - Sofia

London (STN) - Sofia (SOF)

Ryanair

$328

$74

One-way

Wed, Jul 1

⌛ Last-Minute

STN - Sofia

London (STN) - Sofia (SOF)

Ryanair

$328

$77

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from London to Sofia

4 nights

Jun 21 - Jun 25

$443 → $105

76%

2 nights

Jun 21 - Jun 23

$450 → $128

72%

4 nights

Jul 8 - Jul 12

$374 → $73

80%

7 nights

Jul 8 - Jul 15

$363 → $73

80%

Popular Airports to fly from London to Sofia

London - Sofia route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level.

Recent LON to SOF fares are above the typical level, with 43% of deals considered good.

📅 Best time to fly

January is historically the cheapest month to fly.

Historically, January is the cheapest month to fly from London to Sofia, with a median price of $76.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights take 7h 5m on average.

The typical flight duration from London to Sofia is 7h 5m, covering a distance of 2050 km.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Direct flights are frequent, with 1+ deals per day.

Direct flights are frequent, with 1+ deals per day. 35.6% of recent deals were for direct flights.

🏆 Airline highlight

Ryanair has 1 direct deal.

Ryanair has 1 direct deal from London to Sofia, making it a key carrier for this route.

🎯 Booking tip

Consider connecting flights for more options.

Connecting flights are dominant on this route, with a median of 1 stopover when connecting.

London main airports to depart from

London Stansted (STN)

Cheapest

London Stansted offers the cheapest flights to Sofia, making it a budget-friendly departure option.

📍 ~48 km from city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~$57

Gatwick (LGW)

Gatwick Airport is a major hub for flights to Sofia, providing various travel options.

📍 ~39 km from city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~$138

Heathrow (LHR)

Heathrow Airport, a primary international gateway, offers numerous flight choices for your trip to Sofia.

📍 ~24 km from city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~$159

London City (LCY)

London City Airport provides a convenient and accessible departure point for flights to Sofia.

📍 ~10 km from city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~$254

London Southend (SEN)

London Southend Airport is an alternative departure point for flights to Sofia.

📍 ~58 km from city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~$169

Luton (LTN)

Luton Airport is another option for flights to Sofia, offering competitive prices.

📍 ~45 km from city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~$65

Sofia main airports to arrive at

Sofia (SOF)

Cheapest

Sofia Airport is a convenient arrival point for flights from London to Sofia.

📍 ~10 km from Sofia (reachable by car, bus, or metro).

💸 Flights from ~$57

Airports nearby Sofia used as alternative

Thessaloniki International Airport Macedonia (SKG)

Thessaloniki International Airport Macedonia is a major international hub with significantly more route options.

📍 ~240 km from Sofia (requires international border crossing)

💸 Flights from ~$99

Skopje Alexander the Great (SKP)

Skopje Alexander the Great is a significant regional airport with a wide range of low-cost carrier destinations.

📍 ~170 km from Sofia (requires non-EU border crossing)

💸 Flights from ~$74

Plovdiv (PDV)

Cheapest

Plovdiv offers a domestic alternative within Bulgaria, eliminating border crossing concerns.

📍 ~120 km from Sofia (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$52

Niš Constantine the Great (INI)

Niš Constantine the Great is geographically the closest international alternative to Sofia.

📍 ~160 km from Sofia (requires non-EU border crossing)

💸 Flights from ~$150

Pristina International (PRN)

Pristina International offers reasonable traffic volume and destination variety for the region.

📍 ~190 km from Sofia (requires complex border crossings)

💸 Flights from ~$80

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Sofia

Sofia, Bulgaria

41% AI deal score

$1,381

From LHR

Elite

Nov 20

Sofia, Bulgaria

41% AI deal score

$1,387

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Sofia

Historically, the lowest average prices for flights from London to Sofia are found when booking 14-27 days in advance. During this period, the average price is typically around $153. Booking within 0-6 days of departure generally sees a higher average price of $204. For those planning further ahead, booking 60+ days out usually results in an average price of $181.

Across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from London to Sofia is considered to be $97 or less. The median price for this route during the same period was $152. Prices can range, with 75% of fares being $228 or less. Travelers aiming for the most budget-friendly options should target fares around the $97 mark.

Historically, January has been the cheapest month to fly from London to Sofia, with a median price of $76. Other budget-friendly months include February, with a median price of $106, and November, with a median price of $110. The annual median price for this route is $152, indicating that these months offer significant savings compared to the yearly average.

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Insights for flights from London to Sofia

How much is a round trip from London to Sofia

The cheapest time to fly from London to Sofia

Direct flights from London to Sofia

Last-minute flights going from London to Sofia

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from London to Sofia

Popular Airports to fly from London to Sofia

London - Sofia route insights

Recent fares are above the typical level.

January is historically the cheapest month to fly.

Direct flights take 7h 5m on average.

Direct flights are frequent, with 1+ deals per day.

Ryanair has 1 direct deal.

Consider connecting flights for more options.

London main airports to depart from

Sofia main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Sofia used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Sofia

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Sofia

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