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Sofia.$53 per passenger.Departing Wed, 4 Jun, returning Sun, 15 Jun.Return flight with Ryanair.Outbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from Budapest on Wed, 4 Jun, arriving in Sofia.Inbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from Sofia on Sun, 15 Jun, arriving in Budapest.Price includes taxes and charges.From $53, select.
Sofia.$53 per passenger.Departing Sun, 18 May, returning Sun, 8 Jun.Return flight with Ryanair.Outbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from Budapest on Sun, 18 May, arriving in Sofia.Inbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from Sofia on Sun, 8 Jun, arriving in Budapest.Price includes taxes and charges.From $53, select.
Sofia.$54 per passenger.Departing Wed, 14 May, returning Tue, 27 May.Return flight with Ryanair.Outbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from Budapest on Wed, 14 May, arriving in Sofia.Inbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from Sofia on Tue, 27 May, arriving in Budapest.Price includes taxes and charges.From $54, select.
Sofia.$62 per passenger.Departing Thu, 26 Jun, returning Wed, 2 Jul.Return flight with Ryanair.Outbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from Budapest on Thu, 26 Jun, arriving in Sofia.Inbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from Sofia on Wed, 2 Jul, arriving in Budapest.Price includes taxes and charges.From $62, select.
Sofia.$70 per passenger.Departing Tue, 14 Oct, returning Sun, 19 Oct.Return flight with Ryanair.Outbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from Budapest on Tue, 14 Oct, arriving in Sofia.Inbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from Sofia on Sun, 19 Oct, arriving in Budapest.Price includes taxes and charges.From $70, select.
Sofia.$80 per passenger.Departing Thu, 3 Jul, returning Sat, 12 Jul.Return flight with Ryanair.Outbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from Budapest on Thu, 3 Jul, arriving in Sofia.Inbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from Sofia on Sat, 12 Jul, arriving in Budapest.Price includes taxes and charges.From $80, select.
Sofia.$83 per passenger.Departing Sat, 23 Aug, returning Sun, 31 Aug.Return flight with Ryanair.Outbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from Budapest on Sat, 23 Aug, arriving in Sofia.Inbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from Sofia on Sun, 31 Aug, arriving in Budapest.Price includes taxes and charges.From $83, select.
Sofia.$88 per passenger.Departing Thu, 24 Jul, returning Sat, 9 Aug.Return flight with Ryanair.Outbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from Budapest on Thu, 24 Jul, arriving in Sofia.Inbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from Sofia on Sat, 9 Aug, arriving in Budapest.Price includes taxes and charges.From $88, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Budapest to Sofia

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Budapest to Sofia flights are currently cheapest in June.
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Direct flights from Budapest to Sofia

Budapest to Sofia: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Budapest to Sofia below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Sofia.

Budapest to Sofia: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$53
Cheapest month to flyJune
Average flight time1 hr, 25 mins
Most popular airlineRyanair
Average flights per week13

Finding cheap flights from Budapest to Sofia: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Budapest to Sofia is $53. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
1 hour and 25 minutes is the average flight time from Budapest to Sofia.
Ryanair and Buzz fly direct from Budapest to Sofia.
As of April 2025, there are 13 flights per week flying from Budapest to Sofia.
The cheapest month to fly from Budapest to Sofia is usually April 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Budapest Airport to Sofia Airport on Wednesday, 4 June 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 25 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Sofia but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Sofia is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Ryanair offers the cheapest flight tickets to Sofia.

Travelling from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD) to Sofia Airport (SOF): what you need to know

  • Around 1 hour 25 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to Sofia Airport.

  • Sofia is one hour ahead of Budapest and observes the UTC+2 timezone.

  • Every week, there are seven Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to Sofia Airport flights. If you'd like to take off early, select the 06:20 Ryanair flight. If you're eager to make the most of your day before flying, the latest flight is at 20:50 with Ryanair.

  • Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Get to the airport on time to board your BUD to SOF flight.

  • During popular months such as July, you'll want to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're travelling during a high season in general.

  • Ryanair offers direct flights from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to Sofia Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to tick off the sights in Sofia — and maybe even more of Bulgaria if your schedule allows.

  • Most travellers choose to fly with Ryanair on this route.

  • The carrier with the top on-time arrival performance for BUD to SOF flights is Ryanair.

  • Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to Sofia Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or visit a new city along the way. Here are some options between BUD and SOF:

    • Vienna International Airport

    • Franz Josef Strauss Airport

    • Istanbul Ataturk Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD) to Sofia Airport (SOF)

  • $26 is the lowest price for a one-way Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to Sofia Airport flight. A return flight starts from $53. These prices may change depending on availability.

  • Score cheap tickets from BUD to SOF by booking five months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for finding the biggest deals.

  • The cheapest month for flights from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to Sofia Airport is April. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have flexible dates.

  • Save time searching for cheap flights from BUD to SOF by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when a new low fare is offered.

  • Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to Sofia Airport.

Handy information about Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD)

  • 71.48% of flights leaving from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.

  • To get to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport from central Budapest, it'll take about 30 minutes by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 24 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.

  • The trip on public transport will take about 1 hour.

  • Have an early flight from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to Sofia Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these stays near BUD:

Arriving at Sofia Airport (SOF)

  • Book a hotel near SOF if you're catching a late Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to Sofia Airport flight. Select one of these options and skip the long transfer after landing:

  • Hit the road running by picking up a Sofia Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from MEX, Surprice or NU Car Rentals and explore beyond Sofia's usual tourist stops.

  • To get the lowest price, reserve your ride from Sofia Airport about one week before your trip.

Getting from Sofia Airport (SOF) to central Sofia

  • From Sofia Airport, Sofia is approximately 11 kilometres away. It takes around 15 minutes to reach the centre driving.

  • It takes roughly 35 minutes if you're using public transport.

When to fly to Sofia Airport (SOF)

  • The quietest month for a flight from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to Sofia Airport is April, while August is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to visit Sofia based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.

  • The warmest month in Sofia is August, with temperatures ranging between 14ºC (57ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Book your flights from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to Sofia Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.

  • January sees average temperatures of between -11ºC (12ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF). Look for cheap tickets from BUD to SOF around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.

Explore more of Bulgaria

  • You've seen Sofia, now it's time to explore more of Bulgaria. Travel about 129 kilometres south-east to Plovdiv to tick off its must-visit sights. From Plovdiv Old Town to Plovdiv Roman Theatre and Archaelogical Complex Nebet Tepe, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.

  • If you're ready to explore another major destination in Bulgaria, head for Varna, about 386 kilometres east of Sofia. Park Asparuhovo - Asparuhovo sea garden, Dormition of theotokos Cathedral and Sunset viewpoint (място за гледане на Залеза) are key reasons to visit.

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