What’s the cheapest stopover airport for flights from Birmingham to Sofia?

Munich (MUC) is the most affordable one-stop option, with an average return flight price of £184.

Which airport typically offers the quickest stopover for flights from Birmingham to Sofia?

Flights via Frankfurt am Main (FRA) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average stopover time of 2h 17m.

What’s the top stopover airport for flights from Birmingham to Sofia?

Frankfurt am Main (FRA) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 84% of one-stop itineraries from Birmingham to Sofia on Cheapflights.

What’s the fastest stopover option from Birmingham to Sofia?

Flights via Amsterdam (AMS) have the shortest average one-way travel time for one-stop routes: 5h 55m.

How popular is this Birmingham to Sofia flight route?

The Birmingham to Sofia flight path was viewed by 121 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 Birmingham to Sofia?

There are many flights that can get you from Birmingham to Sofia in 8h 15m. Fly via Ryanair, Lufthansa, or Turkish Airlines to get the fastest option. The distance from Birmingham to Sofia is about 1341 mi. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

What are the cheapest airlines flying from Birmingham to Sofia round-trip?

Flying on Ryanair is currently your cheapest option to Sofia, with prices starting at £41. Another option worth looking into is Lufthansa, starting at £172 return. These flights start at 72% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Sofia ranges from 30.0 - 70.0 inches 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.

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).

What are the cheapest flights from Birmingham to Sofia?

Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for £35. While the most popular route (Birmingham - Sofia) can be booked for £58 on average, our data indicates £125 when flying from Birmingham to Sofia.

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

When flying from Birmingham to Sofia, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

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

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

How can I find direct flights from Birmingham to Sofia?

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

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

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

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Q: How much does it cost for a return flight from Birmingham to Sofia?

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment. Birmingham to Sofia flights typically cost between £211 and £93 in June. The cheapest return flight price found within the last 3 days was £51 on Ryanair (8 Jun-15 Jun).

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Birmingham to Sofia are usually found in November or January, booked 42 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Wednesday and return on a Wednesday

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SOF

Nonstop3h 05m

Ryanair

Mon 15/622:00

SOF

BHX

Nonstop3h 25m

Ryanair

Deal found 2/5£51

Mon 18/505:45

BHX

SOF

1 stop8h 00m

Multiple Airlines

Thu 21/513:25

SOF

BHX

Nonstop3h 25m

Multiple Airlines

Deal found 3/5£69

Tue 19/518:20

BHX

SOF

1 stop14h 50m

Multiple Airlines

Thu 21/513:25

SOF

BHX

Nonstop3h 25m

Multiple Airlines

Deal found 3/5£71

Tue 16/618:20

BHX

SOF

1 stop14h 50m

Multiple Airlines

Tue 23/618:05

SOF

BHX

1 stop16h 30m

Multiple Airlines

Deal found 2/5£76

Mon 8/605:45

BHX

SOF

1 stop8h 15m

Multiple Airlines

Mon 15/622:00

SOF

BHX

Nonstop3h 25m

Multiple Airlines

Deal found 6/5£77

Tue 19/518:20

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SOF

1 stop14h 50m

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Mon 25/522:00

SOF

BHX

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Multiple Airlines

Deal found 3/5£78

Mon 29/617:20

BHX

SOF

1 stop15h 50m

Multiple Airlines

Thu 9/706:30

SOF

BHX

1 stop12h 40m

Multiple Airlines

Deal found 3/5£81

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One-way from	£32
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Cheapest in	November
Average price	£121
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Good one-way deal	£49 or less

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BHX - SOF

BHXSOF

Birmingham

Wed 20/5

15:00-08:55

2 stops15h 55m

Sofia

Fri 22/5

06:00-15:05

1 stop11h 05m

£147

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BHX - SOF

BHXSOF

Birmingham

Tue 4/8

12:40-01:35

1 stop10h 55m

Sofia

Sat 8/8

05:45-22:50

2 stops19h 05m

£221

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BirminghamSofia

BHX - SOF

BHXSOF

Birmingham

Fri 25/9

10:25-22:40

1 stop10h 15m

Sofia

Sun 27/9

06:20-10:00

1 stop5h 40m

£274

BirminghamSofia

BHX - SOF

BHXSOF

Birmingham

Mon 15/6

10:00-20:15

1 stop8h 15m

Sofia

Thu 18/6

15:50-09:05

1 stop19h 15m

£279

BirminghamSofia

BHX - SOF

BHXSOF

Birmingham

Thu 24/9

17:35-13:15

1 stop17h 40m

Sofia

Mon 28/9

21:05-09:05

1 stop14h 00m

£280

BirminghamSofia

BHX - SOF

BHXSOF

Birmingham

Thu 11/6

17:35-15:00

1 stop19h 25m

Sofia

Tue 16/6

21:05-09:05

1 stop14h 00m

£281

BirminghamSofia

BHX - SOF

BHXSOF

Birmingham

Fri 12/6

10:00-20:15

1 stop8h 15m

Sofia

Mon 15/6

15:50-09:05

1 stop19h 15m

£291

BirminghamSofia

BHX - SOF

BHXSOF

Birmingham

Fri 25/9

18:35-12:55

1 stop16h 20m

Sofia

Sun 27/9

12:55-18:00

2 stops31h 05m

£327

BirminghamSofia

BHX - SOF

BHXSOF

Birmingham

Wed 23/9

18:50-10:20

1 stop13h 30m

Sofia

Sun 27/9

12:55-18:00

2 stops31h 05m

£327

BirminghamSofia

BHX - SOF

BHXSOF

Birmingham

Wed 22/7

18:50-12:10

2 stops15h 20m

Sofia

Mon 27/7

12:55-08:05

2 stops21h 10m

£334

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

The best time to book flights from Birmingham to Sofia is 41 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Birmingham to Sofia (average of £45). Flying from Birmingham to Sofia in July is currently the most expensive (average of £300). 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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Reviews of airlines servicing Sofia

Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Ryanair and Lufthansa from Birmingham to Sofia to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Ryanair

6.9

Okay

5,366 reviews

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2.0

Mediocre

Nadia,Mar 2026

STN - TLL

Terrible they overbooked a didn't let 2 of our friends on, absolute shambles

Ryanair

6.9

Okay

5,366 reviews

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5,366 reviews

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1 / 20

2.0

Mediocre

Nadia,Mar 2026

STN - TLL

Terrible they overbooked a didn't let 2 of our friends on, absolute shambles

Lufthansa

6.8

Okay

7,975 reviews

Ryanair

6.9

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5,366 reviews

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1 / 20

2.0

Mediocre

Nadia,Mar 2026

STN - TLL

Terrible they overbooked a didn't let 2 of our friends on, absolute shambles

Related info for your journey

How popular is this Birmingham to Sofia flight route?
The Birmingham to Sofia flight path was viewed by 121 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 Birmingham to Sofia?
There are many flights that can get you from Birmingham to Sofia in 8h 15m. Fly via Ryanair, Lufthansa, or Turkish Airlines to get the fastest option. The distance from Birmingham to Sofia is about 1341 mi. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.
What are the cheapest airlines flying from Birmingham to Sofia round-trip?
Flying on Ryanair is currently your cheapest option to Sofia, with prices starting at £41. Another option worth looking into is Lufthansa, starting at £172 return. These flights start at 72% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.
What are the cheapest flights from Birmingham to Sofia?
Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for £35. While the most popular route (Birmingham - Sofia) can be booked for £58 on average, our data indicates £125 when flying from Birmingham to Sofia.
Can I find deals for flights from Birmingham to Sofia that include hotel bookings?
Yes. In addition to deals on Birmingham to Sofia flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.
How can I find direct flights from Birmingham to Sofia?
After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Birmingham to Sofia.
Can I find deals for business class flights from Birmingham to Sofia?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Birmingham to Sofia 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 Birmingham to Sofia?
Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Birmingham to Sofia (average of £45). Flying from Birmingham to Sofia in July is currently the most expensive (average of £300). 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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