Cheap Flights from London Stansted (STN) to Sofia (SOF)

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Flight deals from London Stansted to Sofia

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from London Stansted Airport to Sofia Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from £56. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Sofia.£17 per passenger.Departing Mon, 31 Aug.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from London Stansted on Mon, 31 Aug, arriving in Sofia.Price includes taxes and charges.From £17, select.

Sofia.£17 per passenger.Departing Tue, 20 Oct.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from London Stansted on Tue, 20 Oct, arriving in Sofia.Price includes taxes and charges.From £17, select.

Sofia.£19 per passenger.Departing Mon, 28 Sep.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from London Stansted on Mon, 28 Sep, arriving in Sofia.Price includes taxes and charges.From £19, select.

Sofia.£28 per passenger.Departing Sat, 9 Jan.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from London Stansted on Sat, 9 Jan, arriving in Sofia.Price includes taxes and charges.From £28, select.

Sofia.£28 per passenger.Departing Tue, 10 Nov.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from London Stansted on Tue, 10 Nov, arriving in Sofia.Price includes taxes and charges.From £28, select.

Sofia.£31 per passenger.Departing Tue, 1 Dec.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from London Stansted on Tue, 1 Dec, arriving in Sofia.Price includes taxes and charges.From £31, select.

Sofia.£31 per passenger.Departing Mon, 1 Mar.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from London Stansted on Mon, 1 Mar, arriving in Sofia.Price includes taxes and charges.From £31, select.

Sofia.£31 per passenger.Departing Wed, 2 Jun.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from London Stansted on Wed, 2 Jun, arriving in Sofia.Price includes taxes and charges.From £31, select.

Sofia.£31 per passenger.Departing Sun, 21 Feb.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from London Stansted on Sun, 21 Feb, arriving in Sofia.Price includes taxes and charges.From £31, select.

Sofia.£31 per passenger.Departing Sat, 3 Apr.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from London Stansted on Sat, 3 Apr, arriving in Sofia.Price includes taxes and charges.From £31, select.

Sofia.£31 per passenger.Departing Fri, 7 May.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from London Stansted on Fri, 7 May, arriving in Sofia.Price includes taxes and charges.From £31, select.

Sofia.£40 per passenger.Departing Tue, 30 Jun.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from London Stansted on Tue, 30 Jun, arriving in Sofia.Price includes taxes and charges.From £40, select.

Sofia.£41 per passenger.Departing Wed, 8 Jul.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from London Stansted on Wed, 8 Jul, arriving in Sofia.Price includes taxes and charges.From £41, select.

Sofia.£61 per passenger.Departing Sat, 4 Jul.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from London Stansted on Sat, 4 Jul, arriving in Sofia.Price includes taxes and charges.From £61, select.

Sofia.£78 per passenger.Departing Sat, 27 Jun.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from London Stansted on Sat, 27 Jun, arriving in Sofia.Price includes taxes and charges.From £78, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from London Stansted to Sofia

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

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London Stansted to Sofia: Alternative routes

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London to Sofia: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found	£17
Cheapest month to fly	August
Average flight time	3 hrs, 2 mins
Most popular airline	Ryanair
Average flights per week	31

Finding cheap flights from London Stansted to Sofia: Frequently asked questions

How much are return flights from London Stansted to Sofia?

The best price we found for a return flight from London Stansted 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.

How long does it take to fly from London Stansted to Sofia?

3 hours and 2 minutes is the average flight time from London Stansted to Sofia.

Which airlines fly direct from London Stansted to Sofia?

Ryanair and Buzz fly direct from London Stansted to Sofia.

How many flights are there a week from London Stansted to Sofia?

As of June 2026, there are 31 flights per week flying from London Stansted to Sofia.

When is the cheapest time to fly from London Stansted to Sofia?

The cheapest month to fly from London Stansted to Sofia is usually October.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from London Stansted Airport to Sofia Airport on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from London Stansted Airport to Sofia Airport on Tuesday, 20 October 2026.

Can I get a direct flight from London Stansted Airport to Sofia Airport?

Yes – the average flight time is 3 hours and 2 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 London Stansted Airport to Sofia with?

Currently, Ryanair offers the cheapest flight tickets to Sofia.

Flying from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Sofia Airport (SOF): what you need to know

The average length of a direct flight from London Stansted Airport to Sofia Airport is 3 hours 10 minutes.
Sofia is two hours ahead of London and is in the UTC+2 timezone.
You can choose from 17 weekly London Stansted Airport to Sofia Airport flights. The 06:00 departure with Ryanair is the earliest flight available. Ryanair operates the last service of the day at 20:15.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Show up at the airport on time to catch your STN to SOF flight.
Be prepared for longer queues during popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
Getting to Sofia (and then discovering more of Bulgaria!) is easy with Ryanair. This popular carrier has direct flights from London Stansted Airport to Sofia Airport.
The airline most travellers fly with on this route is Ryanair.
The most punctual carrier that offers STN to SOF flights is Ryanair. Its services arrive as planned 78.31% of the time.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from London Stansted Airport to Sofia Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to visit the city of your choice. Top stopovers between STN and SOF include:
- Milan Malpensa Airport
- Milan Bergamo Airport
- Bologna International Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Sofia Airport (SOF)

£17 is currently the best price for a one-way London Stansted Airport to Sofia Airport flight. Return flights start from £43. These fares may change depending on availability.
To pick up cheap tickets from STN to SOF, book your trip one month ahead of your planned departure.
Plan your trip for June. That's the cheapest month for flights from London Stansted Airport to Sofia Airport. If you're flexible on when you fly, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest price across every month.
You don't need to check every day to find out if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll update you the moment there's a new deal on cheap flights from STN to SOF.
Lock in the ideal flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from London Stansted Airport to Sofia Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by airline, arrival and departure times, and journey duration.

Handy information about London Stansted Airport (STN)

London Stansted Airport maintains a solid on-time performance, so you're unlikely to face delays. Departures from STN land on schedule 80% of the time.
London Stansted Airport is about 56 kms (35 miles) from central London. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 1 hour 5 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Catching public transport? Expect a trip time of around 45 minutes.
Get your holiday off to a leisurely start by staying near STN. Whether you have an early flight from London Stansted Airport to Sofia Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are the answer:

Arriving at Sofia Airport (SOF)

Consider booking a hotel near SOF if you're catching a late London Stansted Airport to Sofia Airport flight. Choose one of these options and make your arrival easier:
Travel at your own pace with a Sofia Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from MEX, Surprice or NU Car Rentals and see more of Sofia and beyond.
Lock in the best deal by reserving your ride from Sofia Airport about one week before your travel date.

Getting from Sofia Airport (SOF) to central Sofia

Sofia Airport to the centre of Sofia has a drive time of about 25 minutes. It's approximately 10 kms (6 miles) away.
It takes roughly 30 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.

When to fly to Sofia Airport (SOF)

It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from London Stansted Airport to Sofia Airport. August is the most popular month to head to Sofia. If you'd like a more relaxed vibe, go in March.
Book your flight from London Stansted Airport to Sofia Airport for August if you'd like to explore Sofia during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 13ºC and 32ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from STN to SOF in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -11ºC and 7ºC on average.

Explore more of Bulgaria

Plovdiv is just one of the many places in Bulgaria waiting to be discovered after you've seen Sofia. Around 129 kms (80 miles) away to the south-east, popular attractions include Plovdiv Roman Theatre, Municipal Institute "Ancient Plovdiv" and Museum Centre for Contemporary History.
If there's time to check out another side of Bulgaria, consider Varna, roughly 386 kms (240 miles) east of Sofia. Sahara beach, Museum of Natural History and Sea Garden are among the biggest draws.