On this page, you can find and book flights from Budapest to Sofia. The distance between the cities is 631 km, and direct flight connections ensure fast travel between Hungary and Bulgaria.
Regular flights are operated by Ryanair (FR). Ticket prices depend on the season and booking time, so use the price trend chart to choose the best option. We also recommend checking in advance how to get to the airport of departure and the most convenient way to get from the airport to the city center.
Below is a calendar of the lowest flight ticket prices for Budapest — Sofia by day. Pick a convenient date and instantly see the fare. The cheapest flights on this route start from AED 126 in y, and the most expensive are around AED 479 in u. If your travel dates are flexible, the calendar will help you find the best price for your preferred period. To view round-trip fares, switch to the "Round trip" tab above the calendar, select your departure date — and the right-hand calendar will highlight the lowest prices for return flights on each day.
Budapest → Sofia, average one-way price
| Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | AED 250 | low | May | AED 327 | high | Sep | AED 308 | medium |
| Feb | AED 250 | low | Jun | AED 318 | medium | Oct | AED 284 | medium |
| Mar | AED 279 | medium | Jul | AED 375 | high | Nov | AED 250 | low |
| Apr | AED 303 | medium | Aug | AED 375 | high | Dec | AED 337 | high |
Some values are estimated based on seasonality.
The climate in Sofia is characterized by its temperate nature: the hottest month is August, with an average temperature of +26.5°C, while the coldest is January, when temperatures drop to -4.4°C. Peak rainfall occurs in June, while September and October remain the driest months.
The lowest flight prices are recorded in July, starting AED 112. The most expensive month to fly is April, when prices start AED 488. During the autumn-winter period, fares stabilize at an average of AED 433.
The optimal time for a trip is September: it offers a compromise between pleasant weather (around +21.8°C) and affordable ticket prices AED 164. It is recommended to avoid May and June if you want to minimize the risk of rainy days.
Flights between Budapest and Sofia are primarily operated by Ryanair (FR). The carrier provides direct flights, which is the fastest way to cover the 631 km distance between the cities. You can check the current flight schedule by day of the week and choose a convenient departure time in the detailed list below.
Flights Budapest — Sofia depart from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport and arrive at Sofia Airport. Below are pages for the cities, countries, and airports on the route: airlines, schedules, and travel guides.
The travel time for a direct flight is approximately 1 hour 15 minutes. The flight distance between the cities is 631 km.
Regular flights on this route are operated by Ryanair (FR). The up-to-date list of carriers is always available in the airlines section on this page.
Yes, there are direct flights between the cities, allowing you to reach your destination as quickly as possible without any layovers.
Flight prices are dynamic and depend on the departure date and booking time. You can check the current minimum in the low-price calendar.
Flights from Hungary arrive at the main international Sofia Airport (SOF).
Where travelers fly most — pick a route and check prices
