$137 Flights from Dubai (DXB) to Sofia (SOF)

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

Direct flights from Dubai to Sofia

Dubai to Sofia: Alternative routes

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

Dubai to Sofia: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$137
Cheapest month to flyMarch
Average flight time5 hrs, 38 mins
Most popular airlineEmirates
Average flights per week16

Finding cheap flights from Dubai to Sofia: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a round-trip flight from Dubai to Sofia is $288. 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.
5 hours and 38 minutes is the average flight time from Dubai to Sofia.
Emirates and flydubai fly direct from Dubai to Sofia.
There are 16 flights per week flying from Dubai to Sofia, as of February 2026.
The cheapest month to fly from Dubai to Sofia is usually March.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Dubai Airport to Sofia Airport on Friday, March 6, 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 5 hours and 38 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, flyadeal and flydubai offer the cheapest flight tickets to Sofia.

Flying from Dubai Airport (DXB) to Sofia Airport (SOF): what you need to know

  • Book a direct flight from Dubai Airport to Sofia Airport and you'll be traveling for an average of 5 hours 30 minutes.

  • Sofia is two hours behind Dubai and follows the UTC+2 timezone.

  • Flights from DXB to SOF start from 09:40 — the first with flydubai. The latest departure is at 13:55 with flydubai. Overall, there are seven weekly Dubai Airport to Sofia Airport flights.

  • Your DXB to SOF flight won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.

  • You can expect longer lines in popular months like January. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.

  • Flydubai offers direct flights from Dubai Airport to Sofia Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to discover the sights in Sofia — and maybe even more of Bulgaria if time allows.

  • Flydubai is the top choice for travelers on this route.

  • Flydubai is the most punctual carrier that operates DXB to SOF flights, with 73.53% of its services arriving as scheduled.

  • If you'd like to break up your flight, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Dubai Airport to Sofia Airport. Here are the top stopovers between DXB and SOF:

    • Istanbul Ataturk Airport

    • Hamad International Airport

    • Antalya Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Dubai Airport (DXB) to Sofia Airport (SOF)

  • At the moment, $137 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Dubai Airport to Sofia Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $288. Keep in mind that fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.

  • Book six months before your departure date. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from DXB to SOF.

  • The cheapest month for flights from Dubai Airport to Sofia Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have a flexible travel schedule.

  • Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from DXB to SOF by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when a lower fare pops up.

  • Tailor your trip using filters. Select your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Dubai Airport to Sofia Airport.

Handy information about Dubai Airport (DXB)

  • Of all flights leaving Dubai Airport, 74.31% land on time at their destination.

  • Central Dubai to Dubai Airport is around 9 miles. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 15 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.

  • Catching public transport? Expect a trip time of around 50 minutes.

  • Taking an early flight from Dubai Airport to Sofia Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these stays close to DXB:

Arriving at Sofia Airport (SOF)

Getting from Sofia Airport (SOF) to central Sofia

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

  • It'll take around 35 minutes if you're traveling by public transport.

When to fly to Sofia Airport (SOF)

  • August is the most popular month for flights from Dubai Airport to Sofia Airport. For a quieter experience, go to Sofia in April.

  • Book your flight from Dubai Airport to Sofia Airport for August if you want to explore Sofia during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 57ºF and 86ºF.

  • For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from DXB to SOF in January. Average temperatures are between 12ºF and 45ºF then.

Explore more of Bulgaria

  • You've done Sofia, now it's time to explore other corners of Bulgaria. Journey about 80 miles south-east to Plovdiv to check off its top sights. From Plovdiv Old Town to Plovdiv Roman Theatre and Archaelogical Complex Nebet Tepe, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.

  • Around 240 miles east of Sofia, Varna is another essential stop in Bulgaria. No visit is complete without checking out Park Asparuhovo - Asparuhovo sea garden, Dormition of theotokos Cathedral and Sunset viewpoint (място за гледане на Залеза).

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