Cheap flights from London to Sofia from £18

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 23/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LON — SOF
18 Oct — 25 Oct1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from London to Sofia are usually found in November or January, booked 50 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Monday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from London to Sofia

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from London (LON) to Sofia (SOF). 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 18 September 2025.

Round-trip from

£45

One-way from

£18

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

November

Average price

£98

Good round-trip deal

£61 or less

Good one-way deal

£20 or less
Wizz Air
  • Wizz Air
  • 6/10-11/10
  • Nonstop
  • 6h 30m total
  • London to Sofia
Wizz Air
  • Wizz Air
  • 23/9
  • Nonstop
  • 3h 10m total
  • London to Sofia
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 27% potential increase in price (£38 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 8% potential price decrease (£7 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in September 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from London (LON) to Sofia.
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Cheapest flights from London to Sofia
Explore the most affordable flight options available from London to Sofia. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 18 September 2025.

Mon 6/1008:25LTN - SOF
Nonstop3h 10mWizz Air
Sat 11/1006:10SOF - LTN
Nonstop3h 20mWizz Air
Deal found 17/9£45
Sat 8/1108:20LTN - SOF
Nonstop3h 10mWizz Air
Tue 18/1106:00SOF - LTN
Nonstop3h 35mWizz Air
Deal found 17/9£45
Thu 16/1007:25STN - SOF
Nonstop3h 00mRyanair
Sat 18/1005:45SOF - STN
Nonstop3h 15mRyanair
Deal found 16/9£45
Fri 10/1021:20LTN - SOF
Nonstop3h 10mWizz Air
Sat 11/1006:10SOF - LTN
Nonstop3h 20mWizz Air
Deal found 17/9£46
Wed 3/1208:20LTN - SOF
Nonstop3h 10mWizz Air
Sun 7/1206:00SOF - LTN
Nonstop3h 35mWizz Air
Deal found 16/9£47
Sun 5/1007:55STN - SOF
Nonstop3h 00mRyanair
Thu 16/1018:20SOF - STN
Nonstop3h 15mRyanair
Deal found 17/9£47
Sat 8/1108:20LTN - SOF
Nonstop3h 10mWizz Air
Thu 20/1106:00SOF - LTN
Nonstop3h 35mWizz Air
Deal found 17/9£48
Sat 18/1020:05STN - SOF
Nonstop3h 00mRyanair
Sat 25/1005:45SOF - STN
Nonstop3h 15mRyanair
Deal found 17/9£48
Wed 1/1021:20LTN - SOF
Nonstop3h 10mWizz Air
Mon 20/1006:10SOF - LTN
Nonstop3h 20mWizz Air
Deal found 15/9£48
Fri 3/1021:20LTN - SOF
Nonstop3h 10mWizz Air
Sun 5/1006:10SOF - LTN
Nonstop3h 20mWizz Air
Deal found 17/9£49
Sat 27/920:05STN - SOF
Nonstop3h 00mRyanair
Sat 4/1005:45SOF - STN
Nonstop3h 15mRyanair
Deal found 16/9£49
Mon 13/1021:20LTN - SOF
Nonstop3h 10mWizz Air
Mon 20/1006:10SOF - LTN
Nonstop3h 20mWizz Air
Deal found 15/9£50

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London

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Sofia

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Depart

Return

Price

LondonSofia

STN - SOF

STNSOF

London Stansted

Thu 16/10

07:25-12:25

Nonstop3h 00m

Sofia

Sat 18/10

05:45-07:00

Nonstop3h 15m

£45

LondonSofia

LTN - SOF

LTNSOF

London Luton

Wed 3/12

08:20-13:30

Nonstop3h 10m

Sofia

Sat 6/12

06:00-07:35

Nonstop3h 35m

£47

LondonSofia

LTN - SOF

LTNSOF

London Luton

Wed 3/12

08:20-13:30

Nonstop3h 10m

Sofia

Sun 7/12

06:00-07:35

Nonstop3h 35m

£47

LondonSofia

STN - SOF

STNSOF

London Stansted

Mon 6/10

15:05-20:05

Nonstop3h 00m

Sofia

Thu 16/10

05:45-07:00

Nonstop3h 15m

£47

LondonSofia

LTN - SOF

LTNSOF

London Luton

Mon 17/11

21:45-02:55

Nonstop3h 10m

Sofia

Tue 25/11

06:00-07:35

Nonstop3h 35m

£49

LondonSofia

STN - SOF

STNSOF

London Stansted

Fri 14/11

05:55-11:20

Nonstop3h 25m

Sofia

Thu 20/11

19:00-20:25

Nonstop3h 25m

£50

LondonSofia

LTN - SOF

LTNSOF

London Luton

Mon 13/10

21:20-02:30

Nonstop3h 10m

Sofia

Mon 20/10

06:10-07:30

Nonstop3h 20m

£50

LondonSofia

LTN - SOF

LTNSOF

London Luton

Tue 18/11

08:20-13:30

Nonstop3h 10m

Sofia

Tue 25/11

06:00-07:35

Nonstop3h 35m

£50

LondonSofia

STN - SOF

STNSOF

London Stansted

Thu 2/10

20:00-01:00

Nonstop3h 00m

Sofia

Mon 6/10

21:10-22:25

Nonstop3h 15m

£52

LondonSofia

LTN - SOF

LTNSOF

London Luton

Tue 7/10

08:25-13:35

Nonstop3h 10m

Sofia

Wed 8/10

19:15-20:40

Nonstop3h 25m

£52

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Best time to book a flight from London to Sofia

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

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

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

The price you pay for your flight from London to Sofia may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 50 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London to Sofia (average of £88). Flying from London to Sofia in August is currently the most expensive (average of £309). 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 LON to SOF?

Find hourly flight availability from London to Sofia. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 18 September 2025.

Unlike in the afternoon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 29% on flights from London to Sofia by exploring options for tickets in the evening.

What is the cheapest day to fly from London to Sofia?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from London to Sofia. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their London to Sofia flight should consider departing on Thursday at midday when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday at midday flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from London to Sofia

Explore weekly flight availability from London to Sofia. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated 18 September 2025.

The most flights from LON to SOF are scheduled on a Wednesday (7 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (1 on average).

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

Reviews of airlines servicing Sofia

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Sofia. 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 Sofia. Reviews last updated 18 September 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Ryanair, Lufthansa, andWizz Air from London to Sofia. 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.

Overall

6.8

Comfort

6.5

Crew

7.5

Food

6.0

Boarding

6.7

Entertainment

5.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

brendan,Sept 2025

MAN - NTE

It would have been better if I had a flown with Ryanair but I was ill and warm be coming back on the return flight

Overall

6.8

Comfort

6.5

Crew

7.5

Food

6.0

Boarding

6.7

Entertainment

5.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

brendan,Sept 2025

MAN - NTE

It would have been better if I had a flown with Ryanair but I was ill and warm be coming back on the return flight

Overall

6.8

Comfort

6.5

Crew

7.5

Food

6.0

Boarding

6.7

Entertainment

5.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

brendan,Sept 2025

MAN - NTE

It would have been better if I had a flown with Ryanair but I was ill and warm be coming back on the return flight

Overall

6.8

Comfort

6.5

Crew

7.5

Food

6.0

Boarding

6.7

Entertainment

5.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

brendan,Sept 2025

MAN - NTE

It would have been better if I had a flown with Ryanair but I was ill and warm be coming back on the return flight

Overall

6.8

Comfort

6.5

Crew

7.5

Food

6.0

Boarding

6.7

Entertainment

5.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

brendan,Sept 2025

MAN - NTE

It would have been better if I had a flown with Ryanair but I was ill and warm be coming back on the return flight

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from London to Sofia. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What airports serve London to Sofia flights?

    London is gifted with lots of possible airports that could serve your flights to Sofia. Some of the most popular London airports include London Stansted Airport (STN), Gatwick Airport (LGW), London City Airport (LCY), London Luton Airport (LTN), and more. These airports are some of the most popular in the UK and commonly sees some of the leading airlines fly through. Whereas your flight to Sofia from London will reach the main airport of Sofia, also known as Sofia International Airport (SOF.) The average flight time duration for a direct flight to Sofia averages at approximately 3h 5min. All of these airports are used by some of the top airlines on the market. You can choose from either direct flights or flights that require either one or two stopovers.

  • Which airlines fly directly from London to Sofia?

    The average time for a direct flight to Sofia from London is around 3h 5min. You can find popular airlines flying the route like Ryanair, Wizz Air, easyJet, British Airways, Air France, KLM, Iberia, and more. Direct flights are the most common and frequent flight that travel from London to Sofia. It is also the cheaper option of flight, even including flights that require either one or two stopovers. You can also find these popular flights fly routes that might possibly need a connecting flight. Your flight reaching Sofia will arrive at Sofia International Airport (SOF) and depart from a number of London airports. The most popular option is either Gatwick Airport or Heathrow Airport.

  • What are the stopover options between London to Sofia?

    There are a number of popular stopover options when you’re flying to Sofia from London. Just some of these destinations include Frankfurt am Main Airport (FRA), Cologne Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN), Eindhoven Airport (EIN), Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER), Rome Ciampino Airport (CIA), and more. Your stopover destination is dependent on a number of factors. Factors will include your chosen airline, when you travel, your departing airport, as well as much more. Your flight will always arrive at Sofia International Airport (SOF) and will depart from a number of popular London Airports. Just some of these airports include Gatwick Airport (LGW), London Stansted Airport (STN), London Luton Airport (LTN), and more. Depending on your stopover option, your flight time duration will be highly influenced.

  • Do I need a passport or visa to fly from London to Sofia?

    If you are travelling to Sofia from London, you will need a valid passport but not a visa. A visa is not required, as long as you are travelling for either tourist or business purposes for no longer than 90 days within a 180-day duration. Your passport must be valid throughout your trip, as well as a remaining six months of validity from your entry into Sofia.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Sofia from London?

    For a flight from London to Sofia, you will be flying into Sofia. Sofia (SOF) is just 4.2 mi from the center of the city. Sofia is the only Sofia airport and it handles 2 inbound flights from London per day. 10 airlines have flights to Sofia from London on a regular basis.

  • How long is the flight from London to Sofia?

    Departing from London to Sofia will take you 3h. The distance from London to Sofia is about 1249 mi. Generally, flights for this route are direct.

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

    Currently priced at £36, Wizz Air will fly you from London to Sofia and back. In addition to Wizz Air, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Ryanair and Air Serbia - these airlines can fly you to your destination from £43 and £52, respectively. These flights start at 73% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

  • What are the most popular routes from London to Sofia?

  • What are the most reliable airlines from London to Sofia?

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from London to Sofia consider choosing Bulgaria Air (84%), American Airlines (65%) or British Airways (65%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from London to Sofia?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from London to Sofia? While on average our users pay £316, our data indicates the cheapest price to be £80. The most popular route (London Heathrow - Sofia), is priced around £103.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from London 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 London to Sofia?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London to Sofia (average of £88). Flying from London to Sofia in August is currently the most expensive (average of £309). 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 10 airlines flying from London to Sofia

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Wizz AirCheapest£36Average£119FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
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RyanairCheapest£43Average£101FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Air SerbiaCheapest£52Average£141FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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easyJetCheapest£61Average£148FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time86%
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British AirwaysCheapest£95Average£194FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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LOTCheapest£137Average£204FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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LufthansaCheapest£139Average£192FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Bulgaria AirCheapest£153Average£227FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time73%
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Austrian AirlinesCheapest£155Average£198FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapest£198Average£256FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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