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Flight deals from Edinburgh to Sofia

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best round-trip flight from Edinburgh Airport to Sofia Airport? If you want to travel next month, round-trip fares start from AED 434. Find the lowest prices on one-way and round-trip tickets right here.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Edinburgh to Sofia

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

Direct flights from Edinburgh to Sofia

Edinburgh to Sofia: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Edinburgh to Sofia below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Sofia.

Edinburgh to Sofia: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundAED 153
Cheapest month to flyNovember
Average flight time3 hrs, 30 mins
Most popular airlineRyanair
Average flights per week3

Finding cheap flights from Edinburgh to Sofia: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a round-trip flight from Edinburgh to Sofia is AED 307. 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.
3 hours and 30 minutes is the average flight time from Edinburgh to Sofia.
Ryanair flies direct from Edinburgh to Sofia.
There are 3 flights per week flying from Edinburgh to Sofia, as of June 2026.
The cheapest month to fly from Edinburgh to Sofia is usually November.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Edinburgh Airport to Sofia Airport on Monday, November 9, 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 3 hours and 30 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.

Traveling from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Sofia Airport (SOF): what you need to know

  • The average length of a direct flight from Edinburgh Airport to Sofia Airport is 3 hours 30 minutes.

  • Sofia's timezone is UTC+2, making Sofia two hours ahead of Edinburgh.

  • Your EDI to SOF flight won't wait if you're running late, so be at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're traveling internationally.

  • Flying during a peak month such as July? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer lines and delays at security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.

  • Getting to Sofia (and then discovering more of Bulgaria!) is a snap with Ryanair. This popular airline has direct flights from Edinburgh Airport to Sofia Airport.

  • Ryanair tops the list for bookings on this route.

  • With 68.42% of its services landing as planned, Ryanair is the most punctual carrier offering EDI to SOF flights.

  • Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Edinburgh Airport to Sofia Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps explore a new destination along the way. Here's where you can stop between EDI and SOF:

    • Frankfurt am Main Airport

    • Munich Airport

    • Paris Beauvais Airport

Handy information about Edinburgh Airport (EDI)

  • 73% of flights that take off from Edinburgh Airport reach their destination on schedule.

  • To reach Edinburgh Airport from central Edinburgh, it takes around 25 minutes if you're traveling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 13 kilometers from the airport to the city center.

  • The trip on public transport usually takes 35 minutes.

  • Get your break off to a stress-free start by staying near EDI. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Edinburgh Airport to Sofia Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays have you covered:

Arriving at Sofia Airport (SOF)

When to fly to Sofia Airport (SOF)

  • It's time to plan your travel dates for your flight from Edinburgh Airport to Sofia Airport. August is the most popular month to visit Sofia. If you'd like a quieter vibe, go in March.

  • Lock in your flight from Edinburgh Airport to Sofia Airport for August if you want to explore Sofia during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 13ºC (55ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF).

  • Look for cheap tickets from EDI to SOF in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -11ºC (12ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF) on average.

Explore more of Bulgaria

  • Plovdiv is just one of the many places in Bulgaria waiting to be discovered once you've seen Sofia. Around 129 kilometers away to the south-east, popular attractions include Plovdiv Roman Theatre, Municipal Institute "Ancient Plovdiv" and Museum Center for Contemporary History.

  • If you're interested in discovering another side of Bulgaria, consider Varna, about 386 kilometers east of Sofia. Sahara beach, Museum of Natural History and Sea Garden are the start of reasons to visit.

Prices shown on this page are estimated lowest prices only. Found in the last 12 days.