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  4. Bucharest - Sofia

Book cheap flights from Bucharest to Sofia from $163

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Currency and price comparison

TrainLocal, one-way ticket
8%Trains in Sofia are 8% cheaper than in Bucharest.
Bucharest$1.47
Sofia$1.35
MealMid-priced restaurant
14%A meal in Sofia is 14% cheaper than a meal in Bucharest.
Bucharest$19.61
Sofia$16.91
TaxiStandard daytime start rate
153%Taxis are 153% more expensive in Sofia than in Bucharest.
Bucharest$0.98
Sofia$2.48
CoffeeRegular cappuccino
7%Coffee in Sofia is 7% cheaper than in Bucharest.
Bucharest$4.69
Sofia$4.37
Exchange rate
1 AUD = 1.18 BGN
1 BGN = 0.85 AUD
Last checked on Sun, 15/03
Distance: 294 kms
Bucharest airports
Otopeni International (OTP)How far from city centre: 8 kms
Sofia airports
Sofia Intl (SOF)How far from city centre: 6 kms

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When do you want to depart from Bucharest? Adjust your travel dates and explore a wide range of options to Sofia. With Opodo, you can find the perfect flight from our extensive selection, ensuring a seamless and enjoyable trip. Compare prices, flight durations, and amenities to choose the best option that suits your needs.


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But wait, there's more! Enhance your travel experience by booking a hotel and renting a car along with your flight. It's easier and often cheaper to book everything together. Choose the best offer from Bucharest to Sofia and get ready for an incredible journey. Enjoy your holiday, and remember to fasten your seatbelt. We’re ready for takeoff!

Frequently asked questions about flights from Bucharest to Sofia

How long does the flight take to go from Bucharest to Sofia?
The total flight time between Bucharest and Sofia is of around 1 h and 15 m on average, considering an average distance of 294.14 km, for both direct and indirect flights for the route (which may have 1 or more stops in other cities in between).
On average, how much is the price of a flight from Bucharest to Sofia?
When you fly from Bucharest to Sofia the average price is $384.77. However, this price depends on many other factors such as seasonality or how far in advance the route has been booked.
How can I find cheap flights from Bucharest to Sofia at Opodo?
The cheapest price for a flight from Bucharest to Sofia is $163. At Opodo we use different machine learned based methodologies to find our costumers the best option available, considering airline combinations, stopovers and direct flights as well as different criteria for inbound and outbound journeys.
Is Sofia expensive to visit compared to Bucharest?
If you compare transportation prices, the taxi ride in Sofia costs an average of 2.48 AUD, 153% more expensive than Bucharest, with a fare of 0.98 AUD,
while train tickets costs 8% less in Sofia: 1.35 AUD against 1.47 AUD in Bucharest.
If you compare the price of a lunch meal, however, you can find it from 16.91 AUD in Sofia, 14% less than the 19.61 AUD in Bucharest.
The price of the coffee is around 7% cheaper in Sofia, with an average of 4.37 AUD, while in Bucharest the coffee costs 4.69 AUD.
Is it possible to purchase a flexible ticket for my flight from Bucharest to Sofia?
At Opodo we want to make sure that your travel plans are not affected by any cancelation as well as any possible restrictions Bulgaria may apply when travelling from Bucharest. Is your flight cancelled? We've got your back! With our flexible ticket guarantee you can decide if you want to book another flight - free of rebooking fee - or get a full refund!
How is the weather in Sofia compared to Bucharest?
While in Bucharest the temperatures can reach an average of 35.26 ºC in summer, with precipitation levels up to 9 mm ,Sofia's temperatures can go up to 32.9 ºC during the hot season, with 6 mm average of rain rate . In winter, however, weather indicators show around -13.21 ºC in Sofia, compared to the -11.81 ºC average degrees reported in Bucharest. During the winter period, Bucharest can register 6 mm precipitation, while Sofia have an average of 6 mm rain level.

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