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August 12 - August 19

Cheapest

SOF - Zürich

$347

$153

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August 17 - August 23

Best

SOF - Zürich

$346

$155

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July 13 - August 6

SOF - Zürich

$225

$155

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July 13 - August 12

SOF - Zürich

$225

$155

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July 29 - August 6

SOF - Zürich

$236

$155

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July 15 - August 6

SOF - Zürich

$225

$155

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July 22 - August 6

SOF - Zürich

$223

$155

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July 29 - August 16

SOF - Zürich

$224

$155

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July 10 - July 21

Earliest

SOF - Zürich

$239

$157

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August 24 - August 27

Best

SOF - Zürich

$357

$158

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Insights for flights from Sofia to Zürich

The journey from Sofia to Zürich covers a distance of 1279 kilometers, classifying it as a short-haul route. For travelers seeking cheap flights from Sofia to Zürich, fares typically range from $132–$235, with a median price of $179. Right now, prices are near the typical level, and approximately 66% of recent fares were considered a good price.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Sofia to Zürich? The data indicates that the most affordable months to travel are January, with a median fare of $135, followed closely by February at $137, and December with a median of $140. Planning your trip during these months could result in lower travel costs.

Most itineraries for flights from Sofia to Zürich connect at least once, with only 18.3% of recent fares being non-stop. For connecting itineraries, the typical number of stopovers is 1. New deals appear almost daily, suggesting frequent opportunities to find competitive prices.

How long is the flight from Sofia to Zürich? A typical journey, including connections, takes approximately 7h 15m. Since most itineraries involve at least one stopover, this duration reflects the overall travel time you can expect when flying between these two cities.

How much is a round trip from Sofia to Zürich

Regular price: $282 - $505

Prices for flights from Sofia to Zürich are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Sofia to Zürich is between 282 USD and 505 USD. The current lowest deal is 153 USD with Ryanair, for travel from Aug 12-Aug 19.

now $153

Low $282

High $505

The cheapest time to fly from Sofia to Zürich

The cheapest month to fly from Sofia to Zurich is January, with a median price of $135. The most expensive month is August, with a median price of $280. Generally, prices are lower from January to December.

January

Cheapest

Flights from $135

August

Most Expensive

Flights from $280

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Direct flights from Sofia to Zürich

Swiss International Air Lines

Last-minute flights going from Sofia to Zürich

Fri, Jun 19

⌛ Last-Minute

SOF - Zürich

Sofia (SOF) - Zürich (ZRH)

Ryanair

$351

$192

One-way

Mon, Jun 22

⌛ Last-Minute

SOF - Zürich

Sofia (SOF) - Zürich (ZRH)

Air Serbia

$376

$241

One-way

Tue, Jun 23

⌛ Last-Minute

SOF - Zürich

Sofia (SOF) - Zürich (ZRH)

Ryanair

$362

$211

One-way

Wed, Jul 1

⌛ Last-Minute

SOF - Zürich

Sofia (SOF) - Zürich (ZRH)

Ryanair

$270

$173

One-way

Wed, Jul 1

⌛ Last-Minute

SOF - Zürich

Sofia (SOF) - Zürich (ZRH)

Ryanair

$243

$201

One-way

Thu, Jul 2

⌛ Last-Minute

SOF - Zürich

Sofia (SOF) - Zürich (ZRH)

Wizz Air

$263

$164

One-way

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

3 nights

Aug 24 - Aug 27

$357 → $158

56%

2 nights

Aug 11 - Aug 13

$368 → $169

54%

7 nights

Aug 12 - Aug 19

$347 → $153

56%

6 nights

Aug 17 - Aug 23

$346 → $155

55%

Popular Airports to fly from Sofia to Zürich

Sofia - Zürich route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are near the typical level.

Recent fares for Sofia to Zürich are near the typical level of $179.

📅 Best time to fly

January is historically the cheapest month to fly.

Historically, January, February, and December offer the lowest median prices for this route.

⏱️ Flight duration

Connecting flights typically take 7h 15m.

The median flight duration for connecting flights from Sofia to Zürich is 7h 15m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant for this route.

18.3% of deals are direct, with connecting flights being the more common option.

🏆 Airline highlight

Swiss International Air Lines offers direct flights.

Swiss International Air Lines is one airline that offers direct flights on the Sofia to Zürich route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear frequently for this route.

Historically, deals for flights from Sofia to Zürich appear frequently, about 0.93 per day.

Sofia main airports to depart from

Sofia (SOF)

Cheapest

Sofia Airport is a convenient departure point for flights to Zürich.

📍 ~8 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$153

Zürich main airports to arrive at

Zürich Airport (ZRH)

Cheapest

Zürich Airport is a key arrival point for travelers heading to Zürich from Sofia.

📍 ~10 km from city center (reachable by car, train, and tram)

💸 Flights from ~$153

Airports nearby Zürich used as alternative

EuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg (BSL)

EuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg is a major international alternative to Zurich with excellent rail connectivity.

📍 ~75 km from destination city (reachable by train, then bus)

💸 Flights from ~$61

Stuttgart (STR)

Stuttgart is a major German international airport offering a broad network, ideal for long-haul flights.

📍 ~160 km from destination city (reachable by train)

💸 Flights from ~$73

Memmingen (FMM)

Cheapest

Memmingen is a primary low-cost alternative, often significantly cheaper for Eastern European destinations.

📍 ~160 km from destination city (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$40

Milan–Malpensa (MXP)

Milan–Malpensa is a major intercontinental hub with extensive long-haul options and direct train connections.

📍 ~200 km from destination city (reachable by train)

💸 Flights from ~$78

Geneva (GVA)

Geneva is the second largest airport in Switzerland with high flight frequency and direct rail links.

📍 ~230 km from destination city (reachable by train)

💸 Flights from ~$165

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Zürich

Zürich, Switzerland

41% AI deal score

$1,540

From SOF

Elite

Jul 12

Zürich, Switzerland

40% AI deal score

$1,540

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Zürich

Historically, the optimal booking window for flights from Sofia to Zürich is typically 14-27 days before departure. During this period, the average price observed was $171. Booking within 0-6 days of departure saw an average price of $220, while booking 7-13 days out resulted in an average price of $187. Prices tended to be higher for bookings made 28-59 days in advance, averaging $240.

Across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from Sofia to Zürich is considered to be $132 or less. The median price for this route was $179. Fares above $235 were in the higher price range during this period, based on historical observations.

Historically, January has been the cheapest month to fly from Sofia to Zürich, with a median price of $135. February also offered competitive fares, with a median price of $137. The annual median price for this route was $179, indicating that these months typically provide better value.

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