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Bucharest.$238 per passenger.Departing Sat, 25 Oct, returning Wed, 29 Oct.Return flight with Aegean Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Aegean Airlines, departs from Sofia on Sat, 25 Oct, arriving in Bucharest Otopeni.Inbound indirect flight with Aegean Airlines, departs from Bucharest Otopeni on Wed, 29 Oct, arriving in Sofia.Price includes taxes and charges.From $238, select.
Bucharest.$284 per passenger.Departing Sat, 17 May, returning Sat, 24 May.Return flight with Air Serbia.Outbound indirect flight with Air Serbia, departs from Sofia on Sat, 17 May, arriving in Bucharest Otopeni.Inbound indirect flight with Air Serbia, departs from Bucharest Otopeni on Sat, 24 May, arriving in Sofia.Price includes taxes and charges.From $284, select.
Bucharest.$285 per passenger.Departing Sat, 27 Sep, returning Sat, 4 Oct.Return flight with Air Serbia.Outbound indirect flight with Air Serbia, departs from Sofia on Sat, 27 Sep, arriving in Bucharest Otopeni.Inbound indirect flight with Air Serbia, departs from Bucharest Otopeni on Sat, 4 Oct, arriving in Sofia.Price includes taxes and charges.From $285, select.
Bucharest.$300 per passenger.Departing Sat, 31 May, returning Tue, 3 Jun.Return flight with Air Serbia and Wizz Air Malta.Outbound indirect flight with Air Serbia, departs from Sofia on Sat, 31 May, arriving in Bucharest Otopeni.Inbound indirect flight with Wizz Air Malta, departs from Bucharest Otopeni on Tue, 3 Jun, arriving in Sofia.Price includes taxes and charges.From $300, select.
Bucharest.$329 per passenger.Departing Thu, 5 Jun, returning Sun, 8 Jun.Return flight with Aegean Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Aegean Airlines, departs from Sofia on Thu, 5 Jun, arriving in Bucharest Otopeni.Inbound indirect flight with Aegean Airlines, departs from Bucharest Otopeni on Sun, 8 Jun, arriving in Sofia.Price includes taxes and charges.From $329, select.
Bucharest.$367 per passenger.Departing Thu, 4 Sep, returning Tue, 9 Sep.Return flight with Aegean Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Aegean Airlines, departs from Sofia on Thu, 4 Sep, arriving in Bucharest Otopeni.Inbound indirect flight with Aegean Airlines, departs from Bucharest Otopeni on Tue, 9 Sep, arriving in Sofia.Price includes taxes and charges.From $367, select.
Bucharest.$371 per passenger.Departing Sat, 5 Apr, returning Sat, 12 Apr.Return flight with Air Serbia.Outbound indirect flight with Air Serbia, departs from Sofia on Sat, 5 Apr, arriving in Bucharest Otopeni.Inbound indirect flight with Air Serbia, departs from Bucharest Otopeni on Sat, 12 Apr, arriving in Sofia.Price includes taxes and charges.From $371, select.
Bucharest.$400 per passenger.Departing Fri, 25 Jul, returning Sat, 26 Jul.Return flight with Aegean Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Aegean Airlines, departs from Sofia on Fri, 25 Jul, arriving in Bucharest Otopeni.Inbound indirect flight with Aegean Airlines, departs from Bucharest Otopeni on Sat, 26 Jul, arriving in Sofia.Price includes taxes and charges.From $400, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Sofia to Bucharest Otopeni

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Sofia to Bucharest Otopeni flights are currently cheapest in October.
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Jun
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Jul
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Aug
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from $238
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Direct flights from Sofia to Bucharest Otopeni

Sofia to Bucharest Otopeni: Alternative routes

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

Sofia to Bucharest: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$238
Cheapest month to flyOctober
Average flight time1 hr, 5 mins
Most popular airlineTAROM
Average flights per week12

Finding cheap flights from Sofia to Bucharest Otopeni: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Sofia to Bucharest Otopeni is $238. 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 5 minutes is the average flight time from Sofia to Bucharest Otopeni.
TAROM, Air France and Bulgaria Air fly direct from Sofia to Bucharest Otopeni.
As of April 2025, there are 12 flights per week flying from Sofia to Bucharest Otopeni.
The cheapest month to fly from Sofia to Bucharest Otopeni is usually April 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Sofia Airport to Bucharest Otopeni Airport on Saturday, 25 October 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 5 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 Bucharest Otopeni 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 Bucharest is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Aegean Airlines offers the cheapest flight tickets to Bucharest Otopeni.

Travelling from Sofia Airport (SOF) to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP): what you need to know

  • A direct flight from Sofia Airport to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport takes 1 hour 5 minutes, on average. Bucharest's timezone is UTC+2 — identical to Sofia.

  • You can choose from 14 weekly flights from Sofia Airport to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport. The 08:20 departure with TAROM is the earliest flight you can take from SOF to OTP. TAROM operates the last service of the day at 19:45 if you're not into early starts.

  • During popular months like August, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're flying during a high season in general.

  • TAROM offers direct flights from Sofia Airport to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to discover the sights in Bucharest — and maybe even more of Romania if time allows.

  • If you want to break up your flight from Sofia Airport to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport, consider adding a stopover. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' and find a destination that appeals to you. The top stopovers on the SOF - OTP route are:

    • Vienna International Airport

    • Istanbul Ataturk Airport

    • Chania International Airport

  • To see whether you need a visa to enter Romania, check with your airline and the local embassy or consulate. They'll give you all the necessary information, including additional documents you may need after booking your cheap ticket from SOF to OTP.

How to find the cheapest flights from Sofia Airport (SOF) to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP)

  • The lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Sofia Airport to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport is $94. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $238. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.

  • Get cheap flight tickets from SOF to OTP by booking at least 9 months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for finding the biggest deals.

  • The cheapest month for tickets from Sofia Airport to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have a flexible travel schedule.

  • Set up a Price Alert for cheap flight tickets from SOF to OTP. You don't need to check every day to see if airfares have dropped. We'll tell you as soon as the price changes.

  • Tailor your trip with filters. Choose your departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Sofia Airport to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport.

Handy information about Sofia Airport (SOF)

  • Travelling from central Sofia to Sofia Airport takes around 37 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a cab, you'll cover the 11 kilometres in 16 minutes or so, depending on traffic.

  • After a convenient hotel close to SOF? If you're boarding an early flight from Sofia Airport to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport, these stays will have you moments from your departure gate:

Arriving at Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP)

  • If you're arriving on a late flight from Sofia Airport to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these options near OTP:

Getting from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP) to central Bucharest

  • Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport is approximately 21 kilometres from the centre of Bucharest. With your own car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is about 34 minutes.

  • If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey of around 1 hour and 36 minutes.

When to fly to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP)

  • It's time to choose your dates for your flight from Sofia Airport to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport. July is the busiest month to visit Bucharest. If you prefer a more relaxed vibe, go in April.

  • Before locking in your flight from Sofia Airport to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Bucharest, with temperatures ranging from 17ºC to 33ºC.

  • Search for cheap flight tickets from SOF to OTP in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -9ºC and 8ºC on average.

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