Cheap Flights from Sofia to London

Flying from Sofia to London for work or pleasure but don't want to fork out too much on airfare? Trip.com has got you covered when it comes to cheap flights. Whatever you need, in terms of date and time of flight, airline preference or seat class, Trip.com will search through hundreds of flight options to find the perfect travel deal for you.

How to search for cheap flights Sofia to London?

There are many factors we can't control when it comes to flight prices, but if you follow these simple tips, you can still save money on your next flight. Comparing flight prices is the key, so shop around and use a different search engine if necessary. When you travel also matters, as travelling in the off-peak season has a greater chance of lower-prices tickets. The low season for flights Sofia to London is in April.

About Airport

-Airports providing direct flights from Sofia

There is one airport in Sofia that operate direct flights Sofia to London, Sofia Airport (SOF).

-Airports in London

Direct and indirect flights Sofia to London will arrive at 4 London airports: Gatwick Airport (LGW), Heathrow Airport (LHR), London Luton Airport (LTN) and London Stansted Airport (STN).

-How to get to airport in Sofia?

Passengers heading to Sofia airport can transfer from the city centre to the airport in a number of ways.

Taxis from Sofia Airport are metered, and fares differ day and night. Catch the metro from city centre station Serdika, hop on metro line M2 for Sofia Airport. The Sofia Airport Metro Station is close to Terminal 2. For the bus option, buses 84 and 184 follow the same route from the city centre to the airport.

-Airports and terminal information in Sofia

As the principal international serving Sofia and its surrounding regions, Sofia Airport (SOF) is about 10 km (6.2 miles) east of the city centre. With its 3 terminals, the SOF is the home base for airlines like BH Air, Bulgaria Air and GullivAir, and is a hub for budget airlines such as Ryanair and Wizz Air. Sofia Airport also has a VIP terminal with its own entrance and a Government terminal on the airport's west side.

-How to get to downtown from airports in London?

After arriving from flights Sofia to London, passengers will have no trouble transferring to the city centre from any of the 4 London airports. Options include a private car or transfer, taxi, bus, metro and local train. The airports express trains are considered a great way to reach central London.

-Airports and terminal information in London

Passengers flying into London on direct flights Sofia to London will land at 4 airports around London. The closest airport also happens to be the busiest airport in the U.K., Heathrow Airport (LHR). Situated approximately 32 km (20 miles) west of London, the LHR has 4 terminals, all of which have ample departure lounges, shops, eateries and free Wi-Fi for travellers. The second busiest airport in the country, Gatwick Airport (LGW), is about 45 km (approx. 28 miles) due south of London. Travellers can reach London by hopping on a train from a station attached to the South Terminal of LGW. Much smaller in size, London Luton Airport (LTN) has its one-terminal, which is located about 56 km or 35 miles northwest of central London. Even farther out, roughly 64 km or 40 miles from London, London Stansted Airport (STN) is the fourth busiest airport in the U.K. With only one terminal, the STN handles flights to over 160 destinations across Europe, Asia and Africa.

About Airlines

-Which airlines providing the route?

Wizz Air is the most popular airline for this route, as it operates 14 direct flights Sofia to London a week. Other airlines offering non-stop flights Sofia to London include British Airways, Bulgaria Air, EasyJet and Wizz Air. If you don't mind connecting flights, more airlines have become available, such as Air Europa, Austrian Airlines, Iberia, Lufthansa, Turkish Airlines and Vueling Airlines. 

-Fastest direct flight

For the fastest direct flights for this route, fly with Ryanair as it offers 1 or 2 daily direct flights Sofia to London depending on the day of the week. These flights have the shortest duration of only 3 hours 5 minutes. 

-Cheapest flight

According to Trip.com, the lowest price for flights Sofia to London direct is a mere £8, and flights Sofia to London return can be purchased for about £19. 

-Flight duration and distance

The average flight time is 3 hours 19 minutes for flights Sofia to London. The shortest duration is 3 hours 5 minutes, and the longest duration for direct flights Sofia to London is 3 hours 30 minutes. 

-Earliest and latest flights

The earliest flight departs from Sofia (SOF) at 06:05 and arrives in London (LTN) at 07:30. The latest flight departs from Sofia (SOF) at 19:50 and arrives in London (LTN) at 21:10.

About London

-Tourist attractions in London

London is a culturally rich and diverse capital city with countless world-class museums, unique shops, entertainment options and delicious foods. For first-time visitors, several of London's top attractions are clustered in an area called Westminster. An easy walk can take you to Big Ben, House of Parliament, Westminster Abbey, London Eye, St. James's Park and Trafalgar Square. London is the home of the British royal family, so there are notable palaces and monuments to admire from afar, e.g. Kensington Palace, Buckingham Palace, St. James's Palace and the impressive Albert Memorial in Kensington Gardens. If you love food and crafts, then head to one of London's many markets, such as Portobello Road Market, Borough Market, Camden Lock Market, Covent Garden and Old Spitalfields Market. 

-Popular hotels in London

Where to stay in a new city can be daunting, especially when it is a mega-metropolis like London. Here's Trip.com's recommendation of the Best Hotels in London as well as the Best Boutique Hotels in London.

-Best time to visit London

Visit London from June to August for the best chance of sunny days, the least rain and pleasantly warm temperature. The temperatures range between 13 to 30 degrees Celsius. But as this is also the most popular time for tourists, expect a high volume of tourists and expensive hotels and flights. The coldest month is January when temperatures hover around 1 C or 33 F. And the wettest month is October.