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Sofia.43 € per passenger.Departing Sat, 23 Aug, returning Thu, 11 Sep.Return flight with Ryanair.Outbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from Vienna on Sat, 23 Aug, arriving in Sofia.Inbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from Sofia on Thu, 11 Sep, arriving in Vienna.Price includes taxes and charges.From 43 €, select.
Sofia.43 € per passenger.Departing Tue, 10 Jun, returning Tue, 1 Jul.Return flight with Ryanair.Outbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from Vienna on Tue, 10 Jun, arriving in Sofia.Inbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from Sofia on Tue, 1 Jul, arriving in Vienna.Price includes taxes and charges.From 43 €, select.
Sofia.43 € per passenger.Departing Tue, 10 Jun, returning Thu, 26 Jun.Return flight with Ryanair.Outbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from Vienna on Tue, 10 Jun, arriving in Sofia.Inbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from Sofia on Thu, 26 Jun, arriving in Vienna.Price includes taxes and charges.From 43 €, select.
Sofia.46 € per passenger.Departing Tue, 15 Jul, returning Tue, 15 Jul.Return flight with Ryanair.Outbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from Vienna on Tue, 15 Jul, arriving in Sofia.Inbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from Sofia on Tue, 15 Jul, arriving in Vienna.Price includes taxes and charges.From 46 €, select.
Sofia.49 € per passenger.Departing Tue, 19 Aug, returning Tue, 19 Aug.Return flight with Ryanair.Outbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from Vienna on Tue, 19 Aug, arriving in Sofia.Inbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from Sofia on Tue, 19 Aug, arriving in Vienna.Price includes taxes and charges.From 49 €, select.
Sofia.56 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 1 Oct, returning Wed, 1 Oct.Return flight with Ryanair.Outbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from Vienna on Wed, 1 Oct, arriving in Sofia.Inbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from Sofia on Wed, 1 Oct, arriving in Vienna.Price includes taxes and charges.From 56 €, select.
Sofia.56 € per passenger.Departing Tue, 2 Sep, returning Thu, 11 Sep.Return flight with Ryanair.Outbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from Vienna on Tue, 2 Sep, arriving in Sofia.Inbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from Sofia on Thu, 11 Sep, arriving in Vienna.Price includes taxes and charges.From 56 €, select.
Sofia.56 € per passenger.Departing Thu, 6 Nov, returning Sat, 8 Nov.Return flight with Ryanair.Outbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from Vienna on Thu, 6 Nov, arriving in Sofia.Inbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from Sofia on Sat, 8 Nov, arriving in Vienna.Price includes taxes and charges.From 56 €, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Vienna to Sofia

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Vienna to Sofia flights are currently cheapest in June.
May
from 91 €
Jun
from 43 €
Jul
from 46 €
Aug
from 49 €
Sep
from 56 €
Oct
from 56 €
Nov
from 56 €
Dec
from 104 €
Jan
from 88 €
Feb
from 80 €
Mar
from 80 €
Apr
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Vienna to Sofia: Alternative routes

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Vienna to Sofia: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found43 €
Cheapest month to flyJune
Average flight time1 hr, 35 mins
Most popular airlineAustrian Airlines
Average flights per week57

Finding cheap flights from Vienna to Sofia: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Vienna to Sofia is 43 €. 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.
1 hour and 35 minutes is the average flight time from Vienna to Sofia.
Austrian Airlines, Ryanair and United fly direct from Vienna to Sofia.
As of May 2025, there are 56 flights per week flying from Vienna to Sofia.
The cheapest month to fly from Vienna to Sofia is usually June.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Vienna Airport to Sofia Airport on Tuesday, 10 June 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 35 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 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.
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.
Currently, Ryanair offers the cheapest flight tickets to Sofia.

Flying from Vienna International Airport (VIE) to Sofia Airport (SOF): what you need to know

  • Book a direct flight from Vienna International Airport to Sofia Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 1 hour 30 minutes.

  • Sofia's timezone is UTC+2, making Sofia one hour ahead of Vienna.

  • Flights from VIE to SOF start from 06:00 — the earliest with Ryanair. The last departure is at 21:25 with Austrian. Overall, you can take your pick of 43 weekly Vienna International Airport to Sofia Airport flights.

  • Leave enough time to make your VIE to SOF flight. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • Flying during a peak month such as June? Major public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer lines at airport checkpoints. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.

  • Ryanair is your ticket to exploring Sofia (and maybe even some other great parts of Bulgaria!). Check out the direct flights from Vienna International Airport to Sofia Airport offered by this popular carrier.

  • Most travellers choose to fly with Ryanair on this route.

  • With a dependable 83.62% of services arriving as scheduled, Austrian is the most punctual carrier for VIE to SOF flights.

How to find the cheapest flights from Vienna International Airport (VIE) to Sofia Airport (SOF)

  • Right now, 15 € is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Vienna International Airport to Sofia Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is 43 €. Keep in mind that fares could change due to demand when booking.

  • Score cheap tickets from VIE to SOF by booking at least six months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for finding a bargain.

  • May is the cheapest month for flights from Vienna International Airport to Sofia Airport. If you're looking to fly during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for each month.

  • You don't need to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll send you an update the moment the price changes on cheap flights from VIE to SOF.

  • Lock in the perfect flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Vienna International Airport to Sofia Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by arrival and departure times, airline, and number of stops.

Handy information about Vienna International Airport (VIE)

  • 78.59% of flights leaving from Vienna International Airport make it to their destination on schedule.

  • Vienna International Airport is about 23 kilometres from central Vienna. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.

  • Taking public transport? Expect a journey time of around 1 hour.

  • Looking for a convenient hotel close to VIE? If you've booked an early flight from Vienna International Airport to Sofia Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:

Arriving at Sofia Airport (SOF)

  • If you're landing on a late Vienna International Airport to Sofia Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be resting not long after at one of these options near SOF:

  • Pick up a Sofia Airport rental car and discover Sofia and beyond with your own set of wheels. MEX, Surprice and NU Car Rentals are top outlets you can book with here.

  • For the lowest price, reserve your ride from Sofia Airport around one week before your trip.

Getting from Sofia Airport (SOF) to central Sofia

  • Sofia Airport to central Sofia has a drive time of around 15 minutes. It's approximately 11 kilometres away.

  • Getting there by public transport will take you around 35 minutes.

When to fly to Sofia Airport (SOF)

  • The quietest month for a flight from Vienna International Airport to Sofia Airport is April, while August is the busiest. Choose the best time to visit Sofia based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.

  • The warmest month in Sofia is August, with the temperature ranging between 14ºC (57ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Book your flights from Vienna International Airport to Sofia Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.

  • January has average temperatures of between -11ºC (12ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF). Search for cheap tickets from VIE to SOF sometime around then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.

Explore more of Bulgaria

  • Sofia is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of Bulgaria just waiting to be discovered. About 129 kilometres south-east of Sofia, a visit to Plovdiv will keep you on the go. Start with attractions like Plovdiv Old Town, Plovdiv Roman Theatre and Archaelogical Complex Nebet Tepe.

  • If there's time to check out another well-known destination in Bulgaria, consider Varna, about 386 kilometres east of Sofia. Park Asparuhovo - Asparuhovo sea garden, Dormition of theotokos Cathedral and Sunset viewpoint (място за гледане на Залеза) are key highlights.

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