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AED 492+ Cheap flights to Bulgaria

— SOF
1 Oct — 8 Oct1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Flights to Bulgaria in 2026

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Cheapest flights to Bulgaria

Mon 26/1022:30 -
1 stop17h 00m
Thu 29/1012:55 -
1 stop11h 20m
Deal found 28/8AED 1,047
Sun 25/1021:55 -
1 stop28h 50m
Mon 2/1112:55 -
1 stop11h 20m
Deal found 28/8AED 1,098
Sun 27/904:25 -
2 stops19h 45m
Sun 4/1021:35 -
3 stops27h 20m
Deal found 29/8AED 1,179
Sun 1/1121:05 -
1 stop16h 55m
Sat 7/1110:05 -
1 stop8h 15m
Deal found 29/8AED 1,197
Thu 22/1004:25 -
1 stop15h 30m
Fri 30/1014:15 -
1 stop10h 00m
Deal found 30/8AED 1,237
Fri 18/920:40 -
2 stops16h 50m
Sun 20/921:35 -
3 stops27h 20m
Deal found 30/8AED 1,256

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Return from

AED 1,047

One-way from

AED 529

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

September

Average price

AED 2,060
Pegasus Airlines
  • Pegasus Airlines
  • 26/10-29/10
  • 2 total stops
  • 28h 20m total
  • Dubai to Sofia
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Wizz Air
  • Wizz Air
  • 14/1
  • 1 total stop
  • 13h 40m total
  • Dubai to Bulgaria
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 3% potential increase in price (AED 95 potential increase over avg. return price).
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DubaiSofia

DXB Dubai Intl - SOF Sofia

DXBSOF

Dubai Intl

Sun 25/10

21:55-00:45

1 stop28h 50m

Sofia

Mon 2/11

12:55-02:15

1 stop11h 20m

AED 1,098

DubaiSofia

DXB Dubai Intl - SOF Sofia

DXBSOF

Dubai Intl

Fri 11/9

04:25-01:25

2 stops22h 00m

Sofia

Mon 14/9

21:30-01:55

3 stops27h 25m

AED 1,458

DubaiSofia

DXB Dubai Intl - SOF Sofia

DXBSOF

Dubai Intl

Tue 29/9

04:25-22:30

2 stops19h 05m

Sofia

Sun 4/10

07:00-01:55

2 stops17h 55m

AED 1,502
Fastest return journey

DubaiSofia

DXB Dubai Intl - SOF Sofia

DXBSOF

Dubai Intl

Sun 27/9

04:25-17:45

1 stop14h 20m

Sofia

Sun 4/10

18:45-03:15

1 stop7h 30m

AED 1,597

DubaiSofia

DXB Dubai Intl - SOF Sofia

DXBSOF

Dubai Intl

Wed 14/10

04:25-12:45

1 stop9h 20m

Sofia

Wed 21/10

13:45-03:15

1 stop12h 30m

AED 1,652

DubaiSofia

DXB Dubai Intl - SOF Sofia

DXBSOF

Dubai Intl

Sun 25/10

03:25-12:00

1 stop10h 35m

Sofia

Thu 29/10

12:55-02:15

1 stop11h 20m

AED 1,792

DubaiSofia

DXB Dubai Intl - SOF Sofia

DXBSOF

Dubai Intl

Thu 15/10

04:25-18:55

1 stop15h 30m

Sofia

Thu 22/10

16:00-07:15

1 stop14h 15m

AED 2,016
Cheapest one-way
Fastest single journey

DubaiSofia

DXB Dubai Intl - SOF Sofia

DXBSOF

Dubai Intl

Tue 13/10

04:25-12:45

1 stop9h 20m

AED 492

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Everything you need to know about your flight to Bulgaria

How long is the flight to Bulgaria?

On average, a flight from Dubai to Bulgaria takes 5 hours 30 minutes. Flights to Bulgaria from other popular cities in United Arab Emirates will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

What are the most popular airlines that fly to Bulgaria?

The most popular airlines flying from Dubai to Bulgaria are flydubai, Pegasus Airlines and Emirates.

flydubai
flydubai
From AED 1,978
Pegasus Airlines
Pegasus Airlines
From AED 1,074
Emirates
Emirates
From AED 1,620

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Bulgaria?

The cheapest airlines flying from Dubai to Bulgaria are Pegasus Airlines, Emirates and flydubai.

Rainfall in Bulgaria by month

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Bulgaria 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 Bulgaria when rainfall is around 30.0 mm.

Temperature in Bulgaria by month

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Bulgaria, 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).

What are the most popular places to fly to in Bulgaria?

The most popular places in Bulgaria to fly to are Sofia and Varna.

Reviews of airlines servicing Bulgaria

Read through reviews of airlines serving Bulgaria, such as Emirates,Pegasus Airlines, andflydubai. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,655 reviews
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Food

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.4

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Milind,Aug 2026

DXB - SFO

Subject: Disappointing Experience Relative to Your Premium Brand I chose your airline because of its reputation as a premium carrier and was willing to pay a significant premium for that experience. Unfortunately, several aspects of my journey fell well short of the standard I expected. Airport Experience At check-in, I was initially directed to the regular line and then told to move to the U.S. line, resulting in unnecessary delays and confusion. I attempted to purchase a Business Class upgrade for my wife, who was traveling in Premium Economy. I was directed to a reservations desk that was unattended. After searching for another service window and waiting approximately 15 minutes, I eventually gave up. This was a frustrating experience that should have been much easier to navigate. Onboard Experience The lounge experience was excellent and is one of the highlights of the journey. Once onboard, I tried again to upgrade my wife to Business Class. I was quoted approximately $1,500 for a single flight segment, which was difficult to justify. What was even more frustrating was discovering later that several Business Class seats remained empty. It seems counterproductive to let seats go unused rather than offer a more reasonable last-minute upgrade option. Had the price been more aligned with market realities, my wife could have traveled with me in Business Class and both the airline and the customer would have benefited. The inflight entertainment was disappointing. The quality of the system and the selection of English-language movies were well below what I would expect from a premium international airline. I spent much of the flight unable to find suitable content. During the final meal service before landing, I was never offered a meal despite being awake and attentive. While I have no doubt the crew would have provided one had I specifically requested it, I do not believe customers should have to ask to receive a standard meal service. What Worked Well The chauffeur/car pickup service at all locations was excellent and consistently met expectations. The lounge experience was also very good. Loyalty Program One factor that makes it difficult for me to remain loyal is that your frequent flyer program is not integrated into one of the major global mileage ecosystems in the same way airlines such as United participate in broader alliances. Given your premium pricing and limited route network relative to larger carriers, consolidating miles and status benefits across multiple airlines is an important consideration for travelers like me. Overall Impression This was not an inexpensive trip. In fact, given recent geopolitical concerns in the region, choosing this routing required a degree of trust and willingness to accept additional travel risk. Unfortunately, the overall experience did not justify either the premium price or that trust. When I combine the airport issues, upgrade frustrations, entertainment shortcomings, missed meal service, and loyalty limitations, I cannot say I received the level of experience your brand promises. As things stand today, I am unlikely to choose your airline again, and my wife is already encouraging me to consider alternatives for my next international trip in December. I share this feedback because I believe your airline has the potential to deliver a truly exceptional experience, but this journey fell significantly short of that expectation.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,655 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,655 reviews
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Food

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.4

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Milind,Aug 2026

DXB - SFO

Subject: Disappointing Experience Relative to Your Premium Brand I chose your airline because of its reputation as a premium carrier and was willing to pay a significant premium for that experience. Unfortunately, several aspects of my journey fell well short of the standard I expected. Airport Experience At check-in, I was initially directed to the regular line and then told to move to the U.S. line, resulting in unnecessary delays and confusion. I attempted to purchase a Business Class upgrade for my wife, who was traveling in Premium Economy. I was directed to a reservations desk that was unattended. After searching for another service window and waiting approximately 15 minutes, I eventually gave up. This was a frustrating experience that should have been much easier to navigate. Onboard Experience The lounge experience was excellent and is one of the highlights of the journey. Once onboard, I tried again to upgrade my wife to Business Class. I was quoted approximately $1,500 for a single flight segment, which was difficult to justify. What was even more frustrating was discovering later that several Business Class seats remained empty. It seems counterproductive to let seats go unused rather than offer a more reasonable last-minute upgrade option. Had the price been more aligned with market realities, my wife could have traveled with me in Business Class and both the airline and the customer would have benefited. The inflight entertainment was disappointing. The quality of the system and the selection of English-language movies were well below what I would expect from a premium international airline. I spent much of the flight unable to find suitable content. During the final meal service before landing, I was never offered a meal despite being awake and attentive. While I have no doubt the crew would have provided one had I specifically requested it, I do not believe customers should have to ask to receive a standard meal service. What Worked Well The chauffeur/car pickup service at all locations was excellent and consistently met expectations. The lounge experience was also very good. Loyalty Program One factor that makes it difficult for me to remain loyal is that your frequent flyer program is not integrated into one of the major global mileage ecosystems in the same way airlines such as United participate in broader alliances. Given your premium pricing and limited route network relative to larger carriers, consolidating miles and status benefits across multiple airlines is an important consideration for travelers like me. Overall Impression This was not an inexpensive trip. In fact, given recent geopolitical concerns in the region, choosing this routing required a degree of trust and willingness to accept additional travel risk. Unfortunately, the overall experience did not justify either the premium price or that trust. When I combine the airport issues, upgrade frustrations, entertainment shortcomings, missed meal service, and loyalty limitations, I cannot say I received the level of experience your brand promises. As things stand today, I am unlikely to choose your airline again, and my wife is already encouraging me to consider alternatives for my next international trip in December. I share this feedback because I believe your airline has the potential to deliver a truly exceptional experience, but this journey fell significantly short of that expectation.
Pegasus Airlines
6.6
Okay
633 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,655 reviews
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Food

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.4

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Milind,Aug 2026

DXB - SFO

Subject: Disappointing Experience Relative to Your Premium Brand I chose your airline because of its reputation as a premium carrier and was willing to pay a significant premium for that experience. Unfortunately, several aspects of my journey fell well short of the standard I expected. Airport Experience At check-in, I was initially directed to the regular line and then told to move to the U.S. line, resulting in unnecessary delays and confusion. I attempted to purchase a Business Class upgrade for my wife, who was traveling in Premium Economy. I was directed to a reservations desk that was unattended. After searching for another service window and waiting approximately 15 minutes, I eventually gave up. This was a frustrating experience that should have been much easier to navigate. Onboard Experience The lounge experience was excellent and is one of the highlights of the journey. Once onboard, I tried again to upgrade my wife to Business Class. I was quoted approximately $1,500 for a single flight segment, which was difficult to justify. What was even more frustrating was discovering later that several Business Class seats remained empty. It seems counterproductive to let seats go unused rather than offer a more reasonable last-minute upgrade option. Had the price been more aligned with market realities, my wife could have traveled with me in Business Class and both the airline and the customer would have benefited. The inflight entertainment was disappointing. The quality of the system and the selection of English-language movies were well below what I would expect from a premium international airline. I spent much of the flight unable to find suitable content. During the final meal service before landing, I was never offered a meal despite being awake and attentive. While I have no doubt the crew would have provided one had I specifically requested it, I do not believe customers should have to ask to receive a standard meal service. What Worked Well The chauffeur/car pickup service at all locations was excellent and consistently met expectations. The lounge experience was also very good. Loyalty Program One factor that makes it difficult for me to remain loyal is that your frequent flyer program is not integrated into one of the major global mileage ecosystems in the same way airlines such as United participate in broader alliances. Given your premium pricing and limited route network relative to larger carriers, consolidating miles and status benefits across multiple airlines is an important consideration for travelers like me. Overall Impression This was not an inexpensive trip. In fact, given recent geopolitical concerns in the region, choosing this routing required a degree of trust and willingness to accept additional travel risk. Unfortunately, the overall experience did not justify either the premium price or that trust. When I combine the airport issues, upgrade frustrations, entertainment shortcomings, missed meal service, and loyalty limitations, I cannot say I received the level of experience your brand promises. As things stand today, I am unlikely to choose your airline again, and my wife is already encouraging me to consider alternatives for my next international trip in December. I share this feedback because I believe your airline has the potential to deliver a truly exceptional experience, but this journey fell significantly short of that expectation.
flydubai
6.5
Okay
147 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,655 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.4

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Milind,Aug 2026

DXB - SFO

Subject: Disappointing Experience Relative to Your Premium Brand I chose your airline because of its reputation as a premium carrier and was willing to pay a significant premium for that experience. Unfortunately, several aspects of my journey fell well short of the standard I expected. Airport Experience At check-in, I was initially directed to the regular line and then told to move to the U.S. line, resulting in unnecessary delays and confusion. I attempted to purchase a Business Class upgrade for my wife, who was traveling in Premium Economy. I was directed to a reservations desk that was unattended. After searching for another service window and waiting approximately 15 minutes, I eventually gave up. This was a frustrating experience that should have been much easier to navigate. Onboard Experience The lounge experience was excellent and is one of the highlights of the journey. Once onboard, I tried again to upgrade my wife to Business Class. I was quoted approximately $1,500 for a single flight segment, which was difficult to justify. What was even more frustrating was discovering later that several Business Class seats remained empty. It seems counterproductive to let seats go unused rather than offer a more reasonable last-minute upgrade option. Had the price been more aligned with market realities, my wife could have traveled with me in Business Class and both the airline and the customer would have benefited. The inflight entertainment was disappointing. The quality of the system and the selection of English-language movies were well below what I would expect from a premium international airline. I spent much of the flight unable to find suitable content. During the final meal service before landing, I was never offered a meal despite being awake and attentive. While I have no doubt the crew would have provided one had I specifically requested it, I do not believe customers should have to ask to receive a standard meal service. What Worked Well The chauffeur/car pickup service at all locations was excellent and consistently met expectations. The lounge experience was also very good. Loyalty Program One factor that makes it difficult for me to remain loyal is that your frequent flyer program is not integrated into one of the major global mileage ecosystems in the same way airlines such as United participate in broader alliances. Given your premium pricing and limited route network relative to larger carriers, consolidating miles and status benefits across multiple airlines is an important consideration for travelers like me. Overall Impression This was not an inexpensive trip. In fact, given recent geopolitical concerns in the region, choosing this routing required a degree of trust and willingness to accept additional travel risk. Unfortunately, the overall experience did not justify either the premium price or that trust. When I combine the airport issues, upgrade frustrations, entertainment shortcomings, missed meal service, and loyalty limitations, I cannot say I received the level of experience your brand promises. As things stand today, I am unlikely to choose your airline again, and my wife is already encouraging me to consider alternatives for my next international trip in December. I share this feedback because I believe your airline has the potential to deliver a truly exceptional experience, but this journey fell significantly short of that expectation.

FAQs about flying to Bulgaria

  • Can I find cheaper flights to Bulgaria if I am willing to have stopovers?

    Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Bulgaria on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

  • What is the best airline to fly to Bulgaria?

    Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, Pegasus Airlines is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Bulgaria.

  • Where does the fastest flight to Bulgaria depart from?

    For those looking to save time traveling to Bulgaria, Dubai Intl offers the quickest one-way flight (5 hours 30 minutes).

  • Does Sofia have rental cars?

    Yes. Those touching down at Sofia can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.

  • Are there hotels close to Sofia?

    Yes. Sofia has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Apartment Airport Sofia is the closest property to Sofia (0.0 km away from Sofia).

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