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Sofia.$18 per passenger.Departing Sun, Mar 22.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound direct flight with Ryanair departing from Bristol on Sun, Mar 22, arriving in Sofia.Price includes taxes and charges.From $18, select.
Sofia.$20 per passenger.Departing Tue, Feb 24.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound direct flight with Ryanair departing from Bristol on Tue, Feb 24, arriving in Sofia.Price includes taxes and charges.From $20, select.
Sofia.$23 per passenger.Departing Wed, Apr 22.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound direct flight with Ryanair departing from Bristol on Wed, Apr 22, arriving in Sofia.Price includes taxes and charges.From $23, select.
Sofia.$33 per passenger.Departing Tue, Oct 27.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound direct flight with Ryanair departing from Bristol on Tue, Oct 27, arriving in Sofia.Price includes taxes and charges.From $33, select.
Sofia.$34 per passenger.Departing Wed, Sep 30.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound direct flight with Ryanair departing from Bristol on Wed, Sep 30, arriving in Sofia.Price includes taxes and charges.From $34, select.
Sofia.$41 per passenger.Departing Sat, Aug 29.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound direct flight with Ryanair departing from Bristol on Sat, Aug 29, arriving in Sofia.Price includes taxes and charges.From $41, select.
Sofia.$45 per passenger.Departing Wed, May 13.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound direct flight with Ryanair departing from Bristol on Wed, May 13, arriving in Sofia.Price includes taxes and charges.From $45, select.
Sofia.$48 per passenger.Departing Sun, Nov 22.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound direct flight with Ryanair departing from Bristol on Sun, Nov 22, arriving in Sofia.Price includes taxes and charges.From $48, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Bristol to Sofia

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Bristol to Sofia flights are currently cheapest in March.
Feb
from $20
Mar
from $18
Apr
from $23
May
from $45
Jun
from $62
Jul
from $94
Aug
from $41
Sep
from $34
Oct
from $33
Nov
from $48
Dec
from $104
Jan
from $49

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Bristol to Sofia: Alternative routes

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

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Bristol to Sofia: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$18
Cheapest month to flyMarch
Average flight time3 hrs, 13 mins
Most popular airlineRyanair
Average flights per week4

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Finding cheap flights from Bristol to Sofia: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a round-trip flight from Bristol to Sofia is $40. 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.
3 hours and 13 minutes is the average flight time from Bristol to Sofia.
Ryanair and Buzz fly direct from Bristol to Sofia.
There are 4 flights per week flying from Bristol to Sofia, as of February 2026.
The cheapest month to fly from Bristol to Sofia is usually March.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Bristol Airport to Sofia Airport on Wednesday, March 11, 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 3 hours and 13 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.

Traveling from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Sofia Airport (SOF): what you need to know

  • Take a direct flight from Bristol Airport to Sofia Airport and you'll be traveling for an average of 3 hours 10 minutes.

  • Sofia is two hours ahead of Bristol and follows the UTC+2 timezone.

  • For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to catch your BRS to SOF flight.

  • During popular months such as August, it's a good idea 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 flying during a high season in general.

  • Flying into Sofia (and then seeing more of Bulgaria!) is a cinch with Ryanair. This popular airline offers direct flights from Bristol Airport to Sofia Airport.

  • The airline with the highest booking volume on this route is Ryanair.

  • Ryanair is the most punctual carrier offering BRS to SOF flights.

  • We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Bristol Airport to Sofia Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Some great stopovers between BRS and SOF include:

    • Charles de Gaulle Airport

    • Ioannis Kapodistrias Airport

    • Amsterdam Airport Schiphol

How to find the cheapest flights from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Sofia Airport (SOF)

  • $18 is the best price for a one-way Bristol Airport to Sofia Airport flight. Return flights start from $40. These fares can change based on availability.

  • To secure cheap tickets from BRS to SOF, book your trip six months ahead of your departure date.

  • Schedule your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Bristol Airport to Sofia Airport. If your travel dates are flexible, try out the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest airfare across each month.

  • There's no need to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll update you the moment there's a better deal on cheap flights from BRS to SOF.

  • Lock in the ideal flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Bristol Airport to Sofia Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by airline, departure and arrival times, and number of stops.

Handy information about Bristol Airport (BRS)

  • 69.8% of flights departing from Bristol Airport reach their destination on schedule.

  • Bristol Airport is about 10 miles from central Bristol. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the center, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.

  • The trip on public transport typically takes 1 hour 15 minutes.

  • Taking an early flight from Bristol Airport to Sofia Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these stays near BRS:

Arriving at Sofia Airport (SOF)

  • Book a hotel near SOF if you're catching a late Bristol Airport to Sofia Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:

  • Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Sofia Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from MEX, Surprice or NU Car Rentals and chase adventure across Sofia and beyond.

  • Booking your vehicle from Sofia Airport about one week in advance can help you get the lowest rate.

Getting from Sofia Airport (SOF) to central Sofia

  • Sofia Airport to central Sofia has a drive time of about 15 minutes. It's approximately 7 miles away.

  • Traveling to the center on public transport takes about 35 minutes.

When to fly to Sofia Airport (SOF)

  • It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from Bristol Airport to Sofia Airport. August is the most popular month to visit Sofia. If you're after a more low-key vibe, go in April.

  • The warmest month in Sofia is August, with the temperature ranging between 57ºF and 86ºF. Lock in your flights from Bristol Airport to Sofia Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.

  • January has average temperatures of between 12ºF and 45ºF. Look for cheap tickets from BRS to SOF sometime then if you like traveling in cooler conditions.

Explore more of Bulgaria

  • Sofia has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of Bulgaria you'll want to see. Around 80 miles south-east of Sofia, a trip to Plovdiv will keep your itinerary packed. Start with leading attractions like Plovdiv Old Town, Plovdiv Roman Theatre and Archaelogical Complex Nebet Tepe.

  • Around 240 miles east of Sofia, Varna is another favorite stop in Bulgaria. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Park Asparuhovo - Asparuhovo sea garden, Dormition of theotokos Cathedral and Sunset viewpoint (място за гледане на Залеза).

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