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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best round-trip flight from Sofia to London? Find the lowest prices on one-way and round-trip tickets right here.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Sofia to London?

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

Direct flights from Sofia to London

Alternative Sofia to London routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from Sofia to London? You could fly into the following airports instead.

Sofia to London: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$37
Cheapest month to flyMay
Average flight time3 hrs, 24 mins
Most popular airlineRyanair
Average flights per week59

Finding cheap flights from Sofia to London: Frequently asked questions

There are 6 airports in London: London City, London Heathrow, London Gatwick, London Luton, London Stansted, and London Southend.
The best price we found for a round-trip flight from Sofia to London is $37. 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 24 minutes is the average flight time from Sofia to London.
Ryanair, Wizz Air and Buzz fly direct from Sofia to London.
There are 59 flights per week flying from Sofia to London, as of April 2025.
The cheapest month to fly from Sofia to London is usually April 2025.
If you're flying from Sofia Airport, the cheapest airport near London is London Stansted – which is 48.6 km away from the center of London. We've found flights to this airport from $37.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Sofia Airport to London on Wednesday, May 28, 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 3 hours and 24 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 London 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 London is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In April, the average temperature is usually around 9°C. August is typically the warmest month in London, when it usually averages around 22°C. You can expect the least rain in March. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging 1°C. The rainiest month is October.
Currently, Ryanair offers the cheapest flight tickets to London.

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

  • Around 3 hours 7 minutes is how long you'll be traveling on a direct flight from Sofia Airport to London.

  • London is 2 hours behind Sofia, where Sofia Airport is located. London operates on the UTC+0 timezone.

  • Sofia Airport (SOF) to Stansted Airport (STN) is the most popular route, with 52 departures a week to pick from. If you prefer starting your day later, the last flight from SOF to STN is with Ryanair at 23:35. Choose the first departure with Ryanair at 05:45 if you want to get on your way earlier.

  • Give yourself plenty of time to catch your flight from SOF to London. Generally, it's best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • During popular months like August, it's wise to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights when you fly during peak periods in general.

  • You can fly directly to London departing from SOF. Land at any of these airports following your flight from Sofia Airport to London:

    • London Heathrow Airport (LHR)

    • London Gatwick Airport (LGW)

    • Stansted Airport (STN)

  • These are some of the top carriers operating direct flights from Sofia Airport to London:

  • We make it easy to plan a flight from SOF to London with a stopover. To see your options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, pick a flight with a stop long enough to see the sights of the city of your choice. Top stopovers include:

    • Vienna International Airport (VIE)

    • Frankfurt Airport (FRA)

    • Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER)

  • You don't need a visa for United Kingdom if you hold a passport from Bulgaria and are traveling for tourism purposes. Visa and travel documentation requirements are subject to changes or updates. So before reserving your cheap tickets from Sofia Airport to London, be sure to check with your airline and your destination country's local consulate or embassy for the latest information.

  • The journey from central Sofia to SOF takes around 37 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a cab, you'll cover the 11 kilometers in 16 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.

  • Want a convenient hotel near SOF? If you've booked an early flight from Sofia Airport to London, these stays will have you moments from check-in:

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

  • $17 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Sofia Airport to London. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $37. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares may change.

  • Score cheap tickets from SOF to London by booking 9 months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for finding a bargain.

  • The cheapest month for tickets from Sofia Airport to London is May. Compare prices using the 'Whole month' tool and choose the date that offers the best deal.

  • Getting a cheap ticket from SOF to London couldn't be easier with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know as soon as the price has fallen.

  • Take advantage of the filters to find your ideal trip. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Sofia Airport to London, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by airline, arrival and departure times, and number of stops.

Airports in London

London Heathrow Airport (LHR)

  • London Heathrow Airport (LHR) is around 31 kilometers from central London. With your own car rental or in a cab, the drive is around 57 minutes.

  • It takes roughly 1 hour and 1 minute if you're using public transport.

  • If you're arriving on a late flight from Sofia Airport to London, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these accommodation options near LHR:

London Gatwick Airport (LGW)

  • London Gatwick Airport (LGW) is about 80 kilometers from the center of London. After your flight from Sofia Airport to London, it'll take you around 1 hour and 19 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.

  • If you're traveling on public transport, it'll take around 1 hour and 26 minutes.

  • After your flight from SOF to London, unwind at a hotel near LGW. These are some great options that'll help you sink into relaxation mode:

Best time to go to London

  • July is the most popular month to hop on a flight from Sofia Airport to London while February is the quietest. To work out the ideal time to visit London, consider the pace you like to travel at.

  • Book your flight from Sofia Airport to London for July to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 11ºC to 26ºC.

  • January sees average temperatures of between 0ºC and 9ºC. Look for cheap flights from SOF to London around that time if you like cooler conditions.

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