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Cheap flights from Sofia to Budapest from £13

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 1/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SOF — BUD
16 Oct — 23 Oct1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy

Cheap flight deals from Sofia to Budapest

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Sofia (SOF) to Budapest (BUD). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 16 September 2025.

Round-trip from

£28

One-way from

£13

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

January

Average price

£70

Good one-way deal

£103 or less
Ryanair
  • Ryanair
  • 4/10-8/10
  • Nonstop
  • 2h 45m total
  • Sofia to Budapest
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Ryanair
  • Ryanair
  • 1/10
  • Nonstop
  • 1h 20m total
  • Sofia to Budapest
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price (£4 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 9% potential price decrease (£5 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in September 2025
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Price to beat on a one-way flight from Sofia to Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl.
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Cheapest flights from Sofia to Budapest
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Sofia to Budapest. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 16 September 2025.

Sat 4/1023:15SOF - BUD
Nonstop1h 20mRyanair
Wed 8/1020:40BUD - SOF
Nonstop1h 25mRyanair
Deal found 15/9£28
Sat 4/1023:15SOF - BUD
Nonstop1h 20mRyanair
Mon 6/1006:45BUD - SOF
Nonstop1h 25mRyanair
Deal found 15/9£31
Sat 27/923:15SOF - BUD
Nonstop1h 20mRyanair
Wed 1/1020:40BUD - SOF
Nonstop1h 25mRyanair
Deal found 16/9£35
Sun 12/1020:30SOF - BUD
Nonstop1h 20mRyanair
Sun 19/1021:15BUD - SOF
Nonstop1h 25mRyanair
Deal found 14/9£55
Fri 31/1016:20SOF - BUD
Nonstop1h 25mRyanair
Fri 7/1117:10BUD - SOF
Nonstop1h 25mRyanair
Deal found 16/9£66
Fri 3/1016:15SOF - BUD
Nonstop1h 20mRyanair
Sun 5/1021:15BUD - SOF
Nonstop1h 25mRyanair
Deal found 15/9£71
Tue 30/1213:10SOF - BUD
Nonstop1h 25mRyanair
Fri 2/117:10BUD - SOF
Nonstop1h 25mRyanair
Deal found 16/9£106
Sat 11/1016:05SOF - BUD
1 stop23h 35mAir Serbia
Mon 13/1015:15BUD - SOF
1 stop23h 20mAir Serbia
Deal found 15/9£144
Sat 18/1016:05SOF - BUD
1 stop23h 35mAir Serbia
Sun 19/1022:10BUD - SOF
1 stop16h 25mAir Serbia
Deal found 14/9£145
Tue 30/1216:00SOF - BUD
1 stop23h 45mAir Serbia
Fri 2/115:20BUD - SOF
1 stop23h 10mAir Serbia
Deal found 16/9£146

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Customise your flight search to find flights from Sofia to Budapest that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 858,174 searches. Data last updated 16 September 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Sofia to Budapest that are best for you.

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Sofia

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Budapest

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Depart

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Price

SofiaBudapest

SOF - BUD

SOFBUD

Sofia

Sat 4/10

23:15-23:35

Nonstop1h 20m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Wed 8/10

20:40-23:05

Nonstop1h 25m

£28

SofiaBudapest

SOF - BUD

SOFBUD

Sofia

Sat 4/10

23:15-23:35

Nonstop1h 20m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Mon 6/10

06:45-09:10

Nonstop1h 25m

£31

SofiaBudapest

SOF - BUD

SOFBUD

Sofia

Sat 11/10

23:15-23:35

Nonstop1h 20m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Mon 13/10

06:45-09:10

Nonstop1h 25m

£31

SofiaBudapest

SOF - BUD

SOFBUD

Sofia

Sat 27/9

23:15-23:35

Nonstop1h 20m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Wed 1/10

20:40-23:05

Nonstop1h 25m

£35

SofiaBudapest

SOF - BUD

SOFBUD

Sofia

Sun 12/10

20:30-20:50

Nonstop1h 20m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Sun 19/10

21:15-23:40

Nonstop1h 25m

£55

SofiaBudapest

SOF - BUD

SOFBUD

Sofia

Fri 3/10

16:15-16:35

Nonstop1h 20m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Sun 5/10

21:15-23:40

Nonstop1h 25m

£71

SofiaBudapest

SOF - BUD

SOFBUD

Sofia

Wed 1/10

19:55-20:15

Nonstop1h 20m

£13

SofiaBudapest

SOF - BUD

SOFBUD

Sofia

Tue 30/9

20:05-20:25

Nonstop1h 20m

£13

SofiaBudapest

SOF - BUD

SOFBUD

Sofia

Wed 24/9

19:55-20:15

Nonstop1h 20m

£18

SofiaBudapest

SOF - BUD

SOFBUD

Sofia

Wed 15/10

19:55-20:15

Nonstop1h 20m

£18

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Best time to book a flight from Sofia to Budapest

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Sofia to Budapest

How far ahead should I book a flight from Sofia to Budapest?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Sofia to Budapest. Price data was last updated on 12 September 2025.

Booking 40 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Sofia to Budapest. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Sofia to Budapest?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sofia to Budapest (average of £79). Flying from Sofia to Budapest in July is currently the most expensive (average of £218). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from SOF to BUD?

Find hourly flight availability from Sofia to Budapest. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 16 September 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Sofia to Budapest in the morning. By choosing this option you can save up to 32% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight at midday.

How much does it cost for a return flight from Sofia to Budapest?

Reviews of airlines servicing Budapest

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Budapest. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Budapest. Reviews last updated 16 September 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Ryanair from Sofia to Budapest. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Ryanair
6.8
Okay
5,157 reviews
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Boarding

6.7

Overall

6.8

Food

6.0

Entertainment

5.6

Comfort

6.5

Crew

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

June,May 2024

CPH - EDI

Honestly the staff are getting worse walking up and down drinking bottles water chatting to each other I was asking my friend if she wanted a drink and crew so impatient apart from the male member who chatted
Ryanair
6.8
Okay
5,157 reviews
Ryanair
6.8
Okay
5,157 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

6.7

Overall

6.8

Food

6.0

Entertainment

5.6

Comfort

6.5

Crew

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

June,May 2024

CPH - EDI

Honestly the staff are getting worse walking up and down drinking bottles water chatting to each other I was asking my friend if she wanted a drink and crew so impatient apart from the male member who chatted

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Sofia to Budapest. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How popular is this Sofia to Budapest flight route?

    The Sofia to Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl flight path was viewed by 2 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

  • How long is the flight from Sofia to Budapest?

    There are many flights that can get you from Sofia to Budapest in 1h 20m. Fly via Ryanair to get the fastest option. Airlines will cover a distance of 385 mi. All flights are typically direct.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from Sofia to Budapest round-trip?

    Flying on Ryanair is currently your cheapest option to Budapest, with prices starting at £23. Users have found that Ryanair is 65% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Sofia to Budapest?

    The cheapest flight price from Sofia to Budapest is £15. On average you can expect to pay £147. The most popular route, (Sofia - Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl), can usually be booked for £227.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Sofia to Budapest that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Sofia to Budapest flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Sofia to Budapest?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Sofia to Budapest.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Sofia to Budapest?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Sofia to Budapest by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Sofia to Budapest?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sofia to Budapest (average of £79). Flying from Sofia to Budapest in July is currently the most expensive (average of £218). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top airline flying from Sofia to Budapest

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RyanairCheapest£23Average£49FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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