Journey information
Overview: Budapest to Sofia flight
Distance 631 km |
Average flight duration 3h 2m |
Cheapest ticket price €27 |
Flights per day 33 |
Direct flights 1 |
Fastest flight 1h 25m |
Cheapest month to travel September |
First flight 04:50 |
Last flight 23:25 |
The cheapest and fastest flights from Budapest to Sofia
Cheapest price
€313
Average price
€1057
Fastest journey
3 h
Average duration
3 h 58 m
Flights per day
39
Distance
631 km
The best way to find a cheap flight ticket from Budapest to Sofia is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Budapest to Sofia will cost around €1057 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €313.
It's difficult to get from Budapest to Sofia without transferring at least once.
JU143 · JU116
JU143 · JU112
LO536 · LO633
LO538 · LO631
LO532 · LO631
OS640+
OS771
LO536 · LO633
LH1677 · LH1704
LH1683 · LH1702
OS636+
OS779Travel Information
Compare bus and flight for Budapest to Sofia
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Budapest to Sofia among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €29. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 2m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the bus is your best bet as it emits only 0.6 - 1.6kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €29, and a flight costs an average of €27.
Distance: 631 km
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| Flight | Most popular Bus |
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€128 Average price | €57 Average price Cheapest |
6h 2m Average total duration Fastest 3h 2m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 13h 11m Average total duration 12h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
1.9 - 3.8kg CO2 emissions | 0.6 - 1.6kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Budapest to Sofia flight times
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
LH1343 · LH1426 | 5:20 AM Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport | 6h25 | 11:45 AM Sofia Airport | 1 transfer | |
OS640+ OS775 | 6:50 AM Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport | 9h10 | 4:00 PM Sofia Airport | 1 transfer | |
OS640+ OS771 | 6:50 AM Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport | 3h00 | 9:50 AM Sofia Airport | 1 transfer | |
LH1683 · LH1702 | 6:55 AM Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport | 4h20 | 11:15 AM Sofia Airport | 1 transfer | |
TK1036 · TK1029 | 8:10 AM Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport | 10h40 | 6:50 PM Sofia Airport | 1 transfer | |
TK1036 · TK1027 | 8:10 AM Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport | 22h35 | 6:45 AM Sofia Airport | 1 transfer | |
TK1036 · TK1031 | 8:10 AM Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport | 5h00 | 1:10 PM Sofia Airport | 1 transfer | |
QR202 · QR227 | 8:30 AM Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport | 24h55 | 9:25 AM Sofia Airport | 1 transfer | |
LX2251+ LX3620 · LX3818 | 8:40 AM Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport | 7h40 | 4:20 PM Sofia Airport | 2 transfers | |
LO534 · LO221+ OS779 | 8:45 AM Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport | 13h10 | 9:55 PM Sofia Airport | 2 transfers | |
LO534 · LO633 | 8:45 AM Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport | 7h05 | 3:50 PM Sofia Airport | 1 transfer | |
LO534 · LO225+ OS779 | 8:45 AM Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport | 13h10 | 9:55 PM Sofia Airport | 2 transfers | |
LH1675+ LH105 · LH1428 | 9:00 AM Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport | 7h15 | 4:15 PM Sofia Airport | 2 transfers | |
LH1335+ LH106+ LH1704 | 9:15 AM Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport | 7h05 | 4:20 PM Sofia Airport | 2 transfers | |
LH1335 · LH1428 | 9:15 AM Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport | 7h00 | 4:15 PM Sofia Airport | 1 transfer | |
LH1337 · LH1428 | 11:20 AM Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport | 4h55 | 4:15 PM Sofia Airport | 1 transfer | |
LO536 · LO221+ OS779 | 11:55 AM Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport | 10h00 | 9:55 PM Sofia Airport | 2 transfers | |
LO536 · LO633 | 11:55 AM Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport | 3h55 | 3:50 PM Sofia Airport | 1 transfer | |
LO536 · LO225+ OS779 | 11:55 AM Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport | 10h00 | 9:55 PM Sofia Airport | 2 transfers | |
LH1677 · LH115 · LH1430 | 12:20 PM Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport | 8h25 | 8:45 PM Sofia Airport | 2 transfers | |
LH1677 · LH113 · LH1430 | 12:20 PM Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport | 8h25 | 8:45 PM Sofia Airport | 2 transfers | |
LH1677 · LH1704 | 12:20 PM Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport | 4h00 | 4:20 PM Sofia Airport | 1 transfer | |
TK1034 · TK1031 | 1:00 PM Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport | 24h10 | 1:10 PM Sofia Airport | 1 transfer | |
TK1034 · TK1029 | 1:00 PM Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport | 5h50 | 6:50 PM Sofia Airport | 1 transfer | |
TK1034 · TK1027 | 1:00 PM Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport | 17h45 | 6:45 AM Sofia Airport | 1 transfer | |
LH1339 · LH114 · LH1706 | 1:35 PM Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport | 7h10 | 8:45 PM Sofia Airport | 2 transfers | |
LH1339 · LH1430 | 1:35 PM Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport | 7h10 | 8:45 PM Sofia Airport | 1 transfer | |
LH1339 · LH116 · LH1706 | 1:35 PM Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport | 7h10 | 8:45 PM Sofia Airport | 2 transfers | |
JU143 · JU116 | 2:15 PM Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport | 10h50 | 1:05 AM Sofia Airport | 1 transfer | |
JU143 · JU112 | 2:15 PM Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport | 23h15 | 1:30 PM Sofia Airport | 1 transfer | |
LH1679 · LH1706 | 4:00 PM Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport | 4h45 | 8:45 PM Sofia Airport | 1 transfer | |
LH1679+ OS188 · OS779 | 4:00 PM Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport | 5h55 | 9:55 PM Sofia Airport | 2 transfers | |
LO538 · LO631 | 4:50 PM Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport | 19h00 | 11:50 AM Sofia Airport | 1 transfer | |
OS636+ OS779 | 5:20 PM Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport | 4h35 | 9:55 PM Sofia Airport | 1 transfer | |
TK1038 · TK1027 | 7:05 PM Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport | 11h40 | 6:45 AM Sofia Airport | 1 transfer | |
TK1038 · TK1031 | 7:05 PM Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport | 18h05 | 1:10 PM Sofia Airport | 1 transfer | |
TK1038 · TK1029 | 7:05 PM Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport | 23h45 | 6:50 PM Sofia Airport | 1 transfer | |
LO532 · LO633 | 7:20 PM Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport | 20h30 | 3:50 PM Sofia Airport | 1 transfer | |
LO532 · LO631 | 7:20 PM Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport | 16h30 | 11:50 AM Sofia Airport | 1 transfer | |
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FAQs: Budapest to Sofia Flight

Flights from Budapest to Sofia generally leave from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport and arrive in Sofia Airport.
Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport is 18.4 km away from Budapest city centre and Sofia Airport is 9.5 km from Sofia city centre.
popular airports
Popular airports from Budapest to Sofia
- Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport.
- Shops available in SkyCourt, including duty-free and fashion stores.
- Parking available at Terminal Parking, approximately 2€ per hour.
- Available outside the terminal.
- Ramps, toilets.
- Available throughout the airport.
- Yes
- Lounges available, including the SkyCourt Lounge.
- Located in Terminal 2B, open daily.
- Bus 100E
- Bus 200E
- Train
- Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport.
- Shops available in both terminals, including duty-free and local brands.
- Parking available at Terminal 1 and 2, approximately 1€ per hour.
- Available outside the terminal.
- Ramps, toilets.
- Available throughout the airport.
- Yes
- Lounges available, including Aspire Lounge in Terminal 2.
- Located in Terminal 2, open during airport hours.
- Bus: 84, 184, 384
- Metro: M4
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