Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Madrid Barajas to Sofia are usually found in January or February, booked 61 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Monday and return on a Tuesday
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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Madrid (MAD) 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 August 2026.
Popular in
August
Cheapest in
January
Average price
£204
Good one-way deal
£62 or less
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 21% potential increase in price (£27 potential increase over avg. return price).
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How far ahead should I book a flight from Madrid to Sofia?
The price you pay for your flight from Madrid to Sofia may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 60 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 Madrid to Sofia?
Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Madrid to Sofia (average of £85). Flying from Madrid to Sofia in August is currently the most expensive (average of £204). 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 MAD to SOF?
Find hourly flight availability from Madrid 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 August 2026.
When flying from Madrid to Sofia, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the evening, which can drop the price by up to 68% versus a flight in the morning.
How often are flights from Madrid to Sofia delayed?
About 23% of weekly flights between Madrid and Sofia have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 111 minutes.
What is the most punctual flight time for Madrid to Sofia flights?
Historically, flights departing in the morning are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the evening tend to experience delays more often.
What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?
Wednesday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Saturday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.
Which airline has the best punctuality record on Madrid to Sofia flights?
Over the past year, Bulgaria Air have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 10% of flights being delayed.
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How popular is this Madrid to Sofia flight route?
The Madrid Barajas to Sofia 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.
What are the most reliable airlines from Madrid to Sofia?
Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from Madrid to Sofia on time: Iberia (87%), Bulgaria Air (87%), Wizz Air (65%).
Can I find deals for flights from Madrid to Sofia that include hotel bookings?
Yes. In addition to deals on Madrid to Sofia flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.
How can I find direct flights from Madrid to Sofia?
After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Madrid to Sofia.
Can I find deals for business class flights from Madrid to Sofia?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Madrid 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 Madrid to Sofia?
Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Madrid to Sofia (average of £85). Flying from Madrid to Sofia in August is currently the most expensive (average of £204). 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.
Explore flights to Sofia departing from other origins. Flights are based on user searches made on Cheapflights and were last updated on 18 August 2026.
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