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Sofia.$42 per passenger.Departing Mon, Mar 16.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departing from Manchester on Mon, Mar 16, arriving in Sofia.Price includes taxes and charges.From $42, select.
Sofia.$45 per passenger.Departing Mon, Feb 23.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departing from Manchester on Mon, Feb 23, arriving in Sofia.Price includes taxes and charges.From $45, select.
Sofia.$46 per passenger.Departing Sun, Apr 26.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departing from Manchester on Sun, Apr 26, arriving in Sofia.Price includes taxes and charges.From $46, select.
Sofia.$57 per passenger.Departing Sun, Mar 22.One-way flight with easyJet.Outbound direct flight with easyJet departing from Manchester on Sun, Mar 22, arriving in Sofia.Price includes taxes and charges.From $57, select.
Sofia.$58 per passenger.Departing Sun, May 17.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departing from Manchester on Sun, May 17, arriving in Sofia.Price includes taxes and charges.From $58, select.
Sofia.$60 per passenger.Departing Sun, Jan 17.One-way flight with easyJet.Outbound direct flight with easyJet departing from Manchester on Sun, Jan 17, arriving in Sofia.Price includes taxes and charges.From $60, select.
Sofia.$61 per passenger.Departing Tue, Oct 20.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departing from Manchester on Tue, Oct 20, arriving in Sofia.Price includes taxes and charges.From $61, select.
Sofia.$63 per passenger.Departing Sat, Sep 19.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departing from Manchester on Sat, Sep 19, arriving in Sofia.Price includes taxes and charges.From $63, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Manchester to Sofia

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Manchester to Sofia flights are currently cheapest in March.
Feb
from $45
Mar
from $42
Apr
from $46
May
from $58
Jun
from $71
Jul
from $96
Aug
from $75
Sep
from $63
Oct
from $61
Nov
from $93
Dec
from $86
Jan
from $60

Direct flights from Manchester to Sofia

Manchester to Sofia: Alternative routes

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

Sofia

4 miles from central Sofia
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Manchester to Sofia: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$42
Cheapest month to flyMarch
Average flight time3 hrs, 20 mins
Most popular airlineeasyJet
Average flights per week2

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Finding cheap flights from Manchester to Sofia: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a round-trip flight from Manchester to Sofia is $83. 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 20 minutes is the average flight time from Manchester to Sofia.
easyJet and TUI fly direct from Manchester to Sofia.
There are 2 flights per week flying from Manchester to Sofia, as of February 2026.
The cheapest month to fly from Manchester to Sofia is usually March.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Manchester Airport to Sofia Airport on Monday, March 16, 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 3 hours and 20 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 and easyJet offer the cheapest flight tickets to Sofia.

Traveling from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Sofia Airport (SOF): what you need to know

  • The average time for a direct flight from Manchester Airport to Sofia Airport is 3 hours 20 minutes.

  • Sofia's timezone is UTC+2, which makes Sofia two hours ahead of Manchester.

  • For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to board your MAN to SOF flight.

  • Flying during a peak time such as August? Public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer lines at check-in and security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.

  • EasyJet has direct flights from Manchester 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 time allows.

  • The airline that passengers book most often on this route is easyJet.

  • Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Manchester Airport to Sofia Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Check out these options between MAN and SOF:

    • Frankfurt Airport

    • Milano Malpensa Airport

    • Frederic Chopin Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Sofia Airport (SOF)

  • $42 is the lowest price for a one-way Manchester Airport to Sofia Airport flight. A return flight starts from $83. These prices may change based on availability and demand.

  • Book nine months before flying. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap tickets from MAN to SOF.

  • The cheapest month for flights from Manchester Airport to Sofia Airport is August. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have flexible travel dates.

  • Save time searching for cheap flights from MAN to SOF by creating a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or notification through the app when fares go down.

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

Handy information about Manchester Airport (MAN)

  • When it comes to Manchester Airport's on-time performance, 59.39% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.

  • Manchester Airport is about 11 miles from central Manchester. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the center, it'll take you 30 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.

  • You can expect a trip time of about 1 hour 5 minutes when using public transport.

  • Get your travels off to a stress-free start by staying near MAN. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Manchester Airport to Sofia Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels have you covered:

Arriving at Sofia Airport (SOF)

  • If you're coming in on a late Manchester Airport to Sofia Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed shortly after at one of these accommodation options near SOF:

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

  • Lock in the best deal by booking your vehicle from Sofia Airport around one week ahead of your trip.

Getting from Sofia Airport (SOF) to central Sofia

  • From Sofia Airport, Sofia is approximately 7 miles away. It takes around 15 minutes to reach the center by car.

  • Traveling by public transport will take you roughly 35 minutes.

When to fly to Sofia Airport (SOF)

  • It's time to plan your dates for your flight from Manchester Airport to Sofia Airport. August is the busiest month to visit Sofia. If you want a more laid-back vibe, go in April.

  • When booking your flight from Manchester Airport to Sofia Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Sofia, with temperatures ranging from 57ºF to 86ºF.

  • January has average temperatures of between 12ºF and 45ºF. Look for cheap tickets from MAN to SOF sometime then if you want to travel when it's cooler.

Explore more of Bulgaria

  • Sofia has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of Bulgaria you should also see. About 80 miles south-east of Sofia, a visit to Plovdiv will keep your itinerary busy. Start with popular sights like Plovdiv Old Town, Plovdiv Roman Theatre and Archaelogical Complex Nebet Tepe.

  • If you're ready to explore another major destination in Bulgaria, head for Varna, about 240 miles east of Sofia. Park Asparuhovo - Asparuhovo sea garden, Dormition of theotokos Cathedral and Sunset viewpoint (място за гледане на Залеза) are highlights.

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