How long is a direct flight to Sofia?

While the flight duration depends heavily on the origin, travellers can expect non-stop flights to Sofia to last approximately 5h 25m on average. The quickest direct flight to Sofia at this time departs from Dubai (5h 25m), while the longest leaves from Dubai (5h 25m).

What is the best time of year to fly direct to Sofia?

If you're seeking the lowest price on a direct flight to Sofia, September is worth consideration, as prices are usually at their lowest, on average. November may be most appealing to users looking for the quietest time to visit Sofia, when demand is typically at its lowest.

What is the most popular direct flight origin to Sofia?

Currently, the most popular direct flight origin to Sofia is Dubai. A return direct flight from Dubai to Sofia typically costs around AED 1,506.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Sofia, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 20.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around -1.0 C).

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Sofia ranges from 30.0 - 70.0 mm per month. June is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 70.0 mm. January is typically the driest time to visit Sofia when rainfall is around 30.0 mm.

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Mon 2/1109:40 -

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Mon 9/1114:25 -

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Deal found 18/9AED 2,262

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Deal found 19/9AED 2,277

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Deal found 20/9AED 2,369

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Deal found 17/9AED 2,402

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Deal found 20/9AED 2,920

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Deal found 17/9AED 2,960

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Deal found 19/9AED 2,968

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Deal found 16/9AED 2,997

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Deal found 17/9AED 3,012

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Deal found 16/9AED 13,736

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Nonstop5h 30m

Deal found 16/9AED 13,931

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Departure

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

Fastest return journey

DubaiSofia

DXB Dubai Intl - SOF Sofia

DXBSOF

Dubai Intl

Mon 28/9

09:55-14:25

Nonstop5h 30m

Sofia

Wed 31/12

00:00-02:00

Nonstop0h 00m

AED 1,157

DubaiSofia

DXB Dubai Intl - SOF Sofia

DXBSOF

Dubai Intl

Mon 28/9

09:55-14:25

Nonstop5h 30m

Sofia

Wed 31/12

00:00-02:00

Nonstop0h 00m

AED 1,491

DubaiSofia

DXB Dubai Intl - SOF Sofia

DXBSOF

Dubai Intl

Wed 30/9

09:55-14:25

Nonstop5h 30m

Sofia

Wed 31/12

00:00-02:00

Nonstop0h 00m

AED 1,498

DubaiSofia

DXB Dubai Intl - SOF Sofia

DXBSOF

Dubai Intl

Mon 2/11

09:40-13:25

Nonstop5h 45m

Sofia

Mon 9/11

14:25-21:25

Nonstop5h 00m

AED 2,262

DubaiSofia

DXB Dubai Intl - SOF Sofia

DXBSOF

Dubai Intl

Mon 7/12

09:40-13:25

Nonstop5h 45m

Sofia

Sun 13/12

14:25-21:25

Nonstop5h 00m

AED 2,461

DubaiSofia

DXB Dubai Intl - SOF Sofia

DXBSOF

Dubai Intl

Thu 31/12

09:40-13:25

Nonstop5h 45m

Sofia

Sun 3/1

14:25-21:25

Nonstop5h 00m

AED 2,530

DubaiSofia

DXB Dubai Intl - SOF Sofia

DXBSOF

Dubai Intl

Fri 8/1

09:40-13:25

Nonstop5h 45m

Sofia

Sat 16/1

14:25-21:25

Nonstop5h 00m

AED 2,923

DubaiSofia

DXB Dubai Intl - SOF Sofia

DXBSOF

Dubai Intl

Sun 1/11

09:40-13:25

Nonstop5h 45m

Sofia

Sun 8/11

14:25-21:25

Nonstop5h 00m

AED 3,012

DubaiSofia

DXB Dubai Intl - SOF Sofia

DXBSOF

Dubai Intl

Sun 15/11

09:40-13:25

Nonstop5h 45m

Sofia

Wed 31/12

00:00-02:00

Nonstop0h 00m

AED 8,686

DubaiSofia

DXB Dubai Intl - SOF Sofia

DXBSOF

Dubai Intl

Sun 28/2

09:40-13:25

Nonstop5h 45m

Sofia

Wed 31/12

00:00-02:00

Nonstop0h 00m

AED 12,006

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Reviews of airlines flying non-stop to Sofia

Read reviews from past customers who have flown Pegasus Airlines and flydubai to Bulgaria. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Pegasus Airlines

6.7

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624 reviews

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1 / 20

4.0

Okay

Hafsa,Jan 2026

MED - SAW

Boarding from Saudia was fine however at Sabiha Gokcen it was awful. The queues were long the flight was delayed. Our luggage alongside others on the flight was no loaded onto the second plane.

Pegasus Airlines

6.7

Okay

624 reviews

Pegasus Airlines

6.7

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624 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

4.0

Okay

Hafsa,Jan 2026

MED - SAW

Boarding from Saudia was fine however at Sabiha Gokcen it was awful. The queues were long the flight was delayed. Our luggage alongside others on the flight was no loaded onto the second plane.

flydubai

6.5

Okay

147 reviews

Pegasus Airlines

6.7

Okay

624 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

4.0

Okay

Hafsa,Jan 2026

MED - SAW

Boarding from Saudia was fine however at Sabiha Gokcen it was awful. The queues were long the flight was delayed. Our luggage alongside others on the flight was no loaded onto the second plane.

FAQ about direct flights to Sofia

How long is a direct flight to Sofia?
While the flight duration depends heavily on the origin, travellers can expect non-stop flights to Sofia to last approximately 5h 25m on average. The quickest direct flight to Sofia at this time departs from Dubai (5h 25m), while the longest leaves from Dubai (5h 25m).
What is the best time of year to fly direct to Sofia?
If you're seeking the lowest price on a direct flight to Sofia, September is worth consideration, as prices are usually at their lowest, on average. November may be most appealing to users looking for the quietest time to visit Sofia, when demand is typically at its lowest.
What is the most popular direct flight origin to Sofia?
Currently, the most popular direct flight origin to Sofia is Dubai. A return direct flight from Dubai to Sofia typically costs around AED 1,506.

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