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Sofia.102 € per passenger.Departing Sat, 1 Nov, returning Tue, 4 Nov.Return flight with Aegean Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Aegean Airlines, departs from Crete Heraklion on Sat, 1 Nov, arriving in Sofia.Inbound indirect flight with Aegean Airlines, departs from Sofia on Tue, 4 Nov, arriving in Crete Heraklion.Price includes taxes and charges.From 102 €, select.

Sofia.106 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 17 Dec, returning Tue, 23 Dec.Return flight with Aegean Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Aegean Airlines, departs from Crete Heraklion on Wed, 17 Dec, arriving in Sofia.Inbound indirect flight with Aegean Airlines, departs from Sofia on Tue, 23 Dec, arriving in Crete Heraklion.Price includes taxes and charges.From 106 €, select.

Sofia.112 € per passenger.Departing Thu, 5 Feb, returning Thu, 5 Feb.Return flight with Aegean Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Aegean Airlines, departs from Crete Heraklion on Thu, 5 Feb, arriving in Sofia.Inbound indirect flight with Aegean Airlines, departs from Sofia on Thu, 5 Feb, arriving in Crete Heraklion.Price includes taxes and charges.From 112 €, select.

Sofia.128 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 29 Oct, returning Wed, 19 Nov.Return flight with Aegean Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Aegean Airlines, departs from Crete Heraklion on Wed, 29 Oct, arriving in Sofia.Inbound indirect flight with Aegean Airlines, departs from Sofia on Wed, 19 Nov, arriving in Crete Heraklion.Price includes taxes and charges.From 128 €, select.

Sofia.132 € per passenger.Departing Sun, 4 Jan, returning Thu, 8 Jan.Return flight with Aegean Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Aegean Airlines, departs from Crete Heraklion on Sun, 4 Jan, arriving in Sofia.Inbound indirect flight with Aegean Airlines, departs from Sofia on Thu, 8 Jan, arriving in Crete Heraklion.Price includes taxes and charges.From 132 €, select.

Sofia.140 € per passenger.Departing Tue, 16 Sep, returning Tue, 23 Sep.Return flight with Aegean Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Aegean Airlines, departs from Crete Heraklion on Tue, 16 Sep, arriving in Sofia.Inbound indirect flight with Aegean Airlines, departs from Sofia on Tue, 23 Sep, arriving in Crete Heraklion.Price includes taxes and charges.From 140 €, select.

Sofia.142 € per passenger.Departing Tue, 21 Oct, returning Fri, 24 Oct.Return flight with Aegean Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Aegean Airlines, departs from Crete Heraklion on Tue, 21 Oct, arriving in Sofia.Inbound indirect flight with Aegean Airlines, departs from Sofia on Fri, 24 Oct, arriving in Crete Heraklion.Price includes taxes and charges.From 142 €, select.

Sofia.157 € per passenger.Departing Sun, 28 Sep, returning Sun, 12 Oct.Return flight with Aegean Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Aegean Airlines, departs from Crete Heraklion on Sun, 28 Sep, arriving in Sofia.Inbound indirect flight with Aegean Airlines, departs from Sofia on Sun, 12 Oct, arriving in Crete Heraklion.Price includes taxes and charges.From 157 €, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Crete Heraklion to Sofia

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

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Crete Heraklion to Sofia: Alternative routes

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Heraklion to Sofia: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found	102 €
Cheapest month to fly	November
Average flight time	1 hr, 35 mins
Most popular airline	Bulgaria Air
Average flights per week	1

Finding cheap flights from Crete Heraklion to Sofia: Frequently asked questions

How much are return flights from Crete Heraklion to Sofia?

The best price we found for a return flight from Crete Heraklion to Sofia is 102 €. 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.

How long does it take to fly from Crete Heraklion to Sofia?

1 hour and 35 minutes is the average flight time from Crete Heraklion to Sofia.

Which airlines fly direct from Crete Heraklion to Sofia?

Bulgaria Air flies direct from Crete Heraklion to Sofia.

How many flights are there a week from Crete Heraklion to Sofia?

As of August 2025, there is one flight per week flying from Crete Heraklion to Sofia.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Crete Heraklion to Sofia?

The cheapest month to fly from Crete Heraklion to Sofia is usually November.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Crete Heraklion Airport to Sofia Airport on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Crete Heraklion Airport to Sofia Airport on Saturday, 1 November 2025.

Can I get a direct flight from Crete Heraklion Airport to Sofia Airport?

Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 35 minutes.

How can I find the best flight deal to Sofia?

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.

When is the best time to book flights to Sofia?

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.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly from Crete Heraklion Airport to Sofia with?

Currently, Aegean Airlines and Bulgaria Air offer the cheapest flight tickets to Sofia.

Flying from Heraklion Airport (HER) to Sofia Airport (SOF): what you need to know

The average length of a direct flight from Heraklion Airport to Sofia Airport is 1 hour 40 minutes.
Heraklion and Sofia share the same timezone, UTC+2.
Leave plenty of time to make your HER to SOF flight. As a general rule, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You can expect longer lines during popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
A variety of airlines offer direct flights from Heraklion Airport to Sofia Airport, so getting to Sofia (and then visiting more of Bulgaria!) is easy. Leading carriers that fly nonstop include:
The airline with the highest number of bookings on this route is Bulgaria Air.
If you want to include a stop along the way, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Heraklion Airport to Sofia Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between HER and SOF:
- Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport
- Palese Airport
- Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport

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

38 € is the best price for a one-way Heraklion Airport to Sofia Airport flight. Return flights start from 102 €. These prices may change based on availability and demand.
Book 11 months before travelling. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from HER to SOF.
Plan your trip for October. That's the cheapest month for flights from Heraklion Airport to Sofia Airport. If you're flexible on when you fly, try out the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest airfare across every month.
You don't need to check every day to find out if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll update you the moment there's a better deal on cheap flights from HER to SOF.
Find the ideal flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Heraklion Airport to Sofia Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by arrival and departure times, airline, and journey duration.

Handy information about Heraklion Airport (HER)

80.18% of flights leaving Heraklion Airport touch down at their destination as planned. With its dependable on-time performance, you're unlikely to face delays when flying out of HER.
Heraklion Airport is around 3 kilometres from central Heraklion. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 10 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
You can expect a journey time of around 15 minutes when using public transport.
Get your holiday off to a hassle-free start by staying near HER. Whether you're taking an early flight from Heraklion Airport to Sofia Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays are perfect:

Arriving at Sofia Airport (SOF)

Reserve a hotel close to SOF if you're catching a late Heraklion Airport to Sofia Airport flight. Select one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Follow your own route 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.
For the lowest price, book your vehicle from Sofia Airport around one week in advance.

Getting from Sofia Airport (SOF) to central Sofia

From Sofia Airport, Sofia is approximately 11 kilometres away. It takes around 15 minutes to reach the centre by car.
Getting there by public transport will take you roughly 35 minutes.

When to fly to Sofia Airport (SOF)

August is the busiest month for flights from Heraklion Airport to Sofia Airport. To escape the crowds, travel to Sofia in April.
The warmest month in Sofia is August, with the temperature ranging between 14ºC (57ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Lock in your flights from Heraklion Airport to Sofia Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
January has average temperatures of between -11ºC (12ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF). Search for cheap tickets from HER to SOF sometime then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.

Explore more of Bulgaria

Plovdiv is just one of the many cities in Bulgaria waiting to be explored after you've seen Sofia. Around 129 kilometres away to the south-east, check out popular attractions including Plovdiv Old Town, Plovdiv Roman Theatre and Archaelogical Complex Nebet Tepe.
Around 386 kilometres east of Sofia, Varna is another favourite stop in Bulgaria. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Park Asparuhovo - Asparuhovo sea garden, Dormition of theotokos Cathedral and Sunset viewpoint (място за гледане на Залеза).