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Flights from Manchester to Sofia

Airlines operating flights from Manchester to Sofia

Choose from 4 airlines flying from Manchester to Sofia, including easyJet, Lufthansa and Ryanair. easyJet currently offers the cheapest ticket on this route.
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Airlines are determined based on actual purchased flight tickets from Manchester to Sofia according to previous 12 months data from Trip.com.

Find the cheapest direct flight options from Manchester to Sofia over the next three months. Book one-way tickets from PHP 2,631 and round-trip tickets from PHP 9,183.

Displayed flight fares from Manchester to Sofia are based on average prices across airlines for the next 3 months, according to the latest Trip.com database.

Flight details for Manchester to Sofia

The distance between Manchester and Sofia is 2,229.08km. It takes around 3 hours 20 minutes on average to fly from Manchester to Sofia. Based on Trip.com's data, travel demand peaks in July. The off-season for travel is December.

Cheapest one-way flight pricePHP 2,432
Cheapest return ticket pricePHP 6,058
Off-season travel monthDecember
Peak season for travelJuly
Flight distance2,229.08km
Average flight time3 hours 20 minutes
Popular airlineeasyJet
Flight statistics for the Manchester–Sofia route are based on aggregated booking data from Trip.com over the past 12 months.

Flight FAQs

  • Which airlines offer the cheapest flights from Manchester (MAN) to Sofia (SOF)?

    Based on Trip.com data, Ryanair offers one-way fares as low as PHP 2,432 on Cheapest nonstop routes (e.g. MAN to SOF on Mon, Mar 16), while Ryanair offers Cheapest nonstop round-trips from PHP 6,058 departing on Mon, Mar 23 and returning on Mon, Mar 30.
  • At the moment, you can catch a direct flight from Manchester to Sofia with the following airlines, including: easyJet Ryanair Lufthansa Jet2.com Selected airlines are based on historical data collected from flight bookings users made on Trip.com within the last 90 days.
  • It takes about 3 hours 20 minutes to fly from Manchester (MAN) to Sofia (SOF).
  • By analyzing data from all airlines on the Trip.com flight calendar, it looks like the best time to book a flight from Manchester to Sofia is around 40 days (6 weeks) in advance, and the best time to fly is usually on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Saturday. Tuesday typically offers the cheapest flights for departure, while Saturday offers the best return deals.
  • Based on Trip.com data in the past 4 weeks, there is 2 flight per week flying from Manchester to Sofia. You can check the weekly schedule for popular airlines on this route below: easyJet: -/-/-/W/-/-/S -- U22221 (06:41)
  • To find best deals on flights from Manchester to Sofia, you can use various tools on Trip.com:
    · Be flexible with your travel dates to get the cheapest flight deal. Now the cheapest flight deal is on Mon, Mar 16, with one-way flights priced at just PHP 2,432.
    · Compare airlines strategically. Budget carriers often provide the lowest base fares, while we found the most affordable airline currently operating on this route is easyJet.
    · Set up price alerts to easily monitor ticket prices without having to check every day.
    · Check Trip.com flight deals and promo codes frequently.
    · Avoid peak season unless you book very early. It seems the peak season for Sofia travel is around July.
    · Get exclusive promo codes for Trip.com app users.
  • The cheapest months to fly from Manchester to Sofia is December, when demand for travel is lower.
  • After crunching the numbers on our March flight calendar, it's currently cheapest to fly from Manchester to Sofia on March 22, 2026 with easyJet, with prices starting at PHP 5,081.
  • You can land at any one of the following hubs in Sofia, with Manchester Airport to Sofia International Airport (MAN-SOF) is by far the most common option on this route: Sofia International Airport (SOF).
  • The time difference between Sofia and Manchester is 2h.
  • Tickets can only be changed or cancelled if permitted by airline policy. To submit a change or cancellation request, go to the flight bookings page, select the option to change or cancel your booking, choose the relevant passengers and segment, and submit a request. Please note that additional charges may apply according to the airline ticket policy. However, if the flight has been rescheduled and you would like to change or cancel your ticket, you can submit an involuntary cancellation request. For more details about change and cancellation policies, please check the customer support pages.

Flights to Sofia from Manchester

Find cheap flights from Manchester to Sofia at Trip.com. Known for its rich history, vibrant culture and delicious cuisine, tickets from Manchester to Sofia are popular with travellers looking for both a short or longer getaway. You can travel from Manchester to Sofia in just 3 hours 25 mins, making it a convenient destination to get to. And with tickets starting at just £40, there’s never been a better time to fly from Manchester to Sofia. Compare cheap flights at Trip.com today and start planning an exciting adventure.

How to find a cheap flights from Manchester to Sofia

Flying on a weekday instead of a weekend, booking in advance and choosing to fly with budget airlines are just a few ways you can find the best deals and secure cheap flights from Manchester to Sofia.

Airlines that fly from Manchester to Sofia

Airlines including British Airways, Bulgaria Air, easyJet, all fly from Manchester to Sofia.

Flight distance & Flight time from Manchester to Sofia

The distance between Manchester and Sofia is 1392 miles, with flights taking 3 hours 25 mins.

Departure from Manchester Airport to Sofia

It’s easy to get to Manchester Airport from the city centre. There are regular direct trains from Manchester Piccadilly station which take around 20 minutes, with tickets from just £3.10. The Manchester Metrolink is another convenient way to get to the airport. It’s a 25-minute tram ride and costs £4.60. Alternatively, Stagecoach offer 24-hour buses for just £2. You can catch numbers 43 or 103 from Piccadilly Gardens, with a journey time of around 45 minutes. You can also get a 30-minute taxi with prices starting from £20.

Trip.com airline insights on flights from Manchester to Sofia

Which airlines offer the cheapest direct flights from Manchester to Sofia?

Data is based on the past 12 months and reflects the average fare of all direct flights from Manchester to Sofia on Trip.com.

Based on Trip.com data from the past 12 months, the airline offering the cheapest direct flights from Manchester to Sofia is Swiss Airlines, with an average fare of PHP 6,197.

PHP 6,197
PHP 12,766
PHP 19,335
PHP 25,903
Swiss Airlines
PHP 6,197
Swiss Airlines
easyJet
PHP 8,828
easyJet
Lufthansa
PHP 25,037
Lufthansa
Turkish Airlines
PHP 25,903
Turkish Airlines

Note: Prices shown on this page are the estimated lowest prices and include all taxes and fees found in the last 24 hours.

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Change & Cancellation Policy

Trip.com shows the cancellation and change policies for each flight ticket during the booking process, including any fees and applicable conditions. Please check the following scenarios:
Voluntary cancellation/change:
To request a change or cancellation, go to the flight bookings page, select the option to change or cancel your booking, choose the relevant passengers and flight segment, and submit your request. Please note that additional charges may apply according to the airline's ticket policy.
Cancellation/change due to a flight schedule change:
If the flight schedule has changed and you would like to change or cancel your ticket, you can submit an involuntary cancellation request. For more details about change and cancellation policies, please visit the customer support pages.