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Flight deals from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Sofia Airport

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Sofia Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from RM657. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Sofia.RM617 per passenger.Departing Fri, 11 Dec, returning Sun, 20 Dec.Return flight with Lufthansa.Outbound direct flight with Lufthansa departs from Frankfurt am Main on Fri, 11 Dec, arriving in Sofia.Inbound direct flight with Lufthansa departs from Sofia on Sun, 20 Dec, arriving in Frankfurt am Main.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM617, select.
Sofia.RM617 per passenger.Departing Fri, 23 Oct, returning Sun, 25 Oct.Return flight with Lufthansa.Outbound direct flight with Lufthansa departs from Frankfurt am Main on Fri, 23 Oct, arriving in Sofia.Inbound direct flight with Lufthansa departs from Sofia on Sun, 25 Oct, arriving in Frankfurt am Main.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM617, select.
Sofia.RM617 per passenger.Departing Fri, 30 Oct, returning Sun, 1 Nov.Return flight with Lufthansa.Outbound direct flight with Lufthansa departs from Frankfurt am Main on Fri, 30 Oct, arriving in Sofia.Inbound direct flight with Lufthansa departs from Sofia on Sun, 1 Nov, arriving in Frankfurt am Main.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM617, select.
Sofia.RM617 per passenger.Departing Mon, 9 Nov, returning Sat, 14 Nov.Return flight with Lufthansa.Outbound direct flight with Lufthansa departs from Frankfurt am Main on Mon, 9 Nov, arriving in Sofia.Inbound direct flight with Lufthansa departs from Sofia on Sat, 14 Nov, arriving in Frankfurt am Main.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM617, select.
Sofia.RM626 per passenger.Departing Wed, 20 Jan, returning Thu, 25 Feb.Return flight with Lufthansa.Outbound direct flight with Lufthansa departs from Frankfurt am Main on Wed, 20 Jan, arriving in Sofia.Inbound direct flight with Lufthansa departs from Sofia on Thu, 25 Feb, arriving in Frankfurt am Main.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM626, select.
Sofia.RM627 per passenger.Departing Wed, 3 Feb, returning Wed, 10 Feb.Return flight with Lufthansa.Outbound direct flight with Lufthansa departs from Frankfurt am Main on Wed, 3 Feb, arriving in Sofia.Inbound direct flight with Lufthansa departs from Sofia on Wed, 10 Feb, arriving in Frankfurt am Main.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM627, select.
Sofia.RM657 per passenger.Departing Fri, 4 Sep, returning Fri, 11 Sep.Return flight with Air Serbia.Outbound indirect flight with Air Serbia, departs from Frankfurt am Main on Fri, 4 Sep, arriving in Sofia.Inbound indirect flight with Air Serbia, departs from Sofia on Fri, 11 Sep, arriving in Frankfurt am Main.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM657, select.
Sofia.RM657 per passenger.Departing Fri, 1 May, returning Mon, 4 May.Return flight with Air Serbia.Outbound indirect flight with Air Serbia, departs from Frankfurt am Main on Fri, 1 May, arriving in Sofia.Inbound indirect flight with Air Serbia, departs from Sofia on Mon, 4 May, arriving in Frankfurt am Main.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM657, select.
Sofia.RM657 per passenger.Departing Tue, 21 Apr, returning Thu, 30 Apr.Return flight with Air Serbia.Outbound indirect flight with Air Serbia, departs from Frankfurt am Main on Tue, 21 Apr, arriving in Sofia.Inbound indirect flight with Air Serbia, departs from Sofia on Thu, 30 Apr, arriving in Frankfurt am Main.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM657, select.
Sofia.RM659 per passenger.Departing Fri, 25 Sep, returning Fri, 2 Oct.Return flight with Air Serbia.Outbound indirect flight with Air Serbia, departs from Frankfurt am Main on Fri, 25 Sep, arriving in Sofia.Inbound indirect flight with Air Serbia, departs from Sofia on Fri, 2 Oct, arriving in Frankfurt am Main.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM659, select.
Sofia.RM659 per passenger.Departing Wed, 27 May, returning Mon, 1 Jun.Return flight with Air Serbia.Outbound indirect flight with Air Serbia, departs from Frankfurt am Main on Wed, 27 May, arriving in Sofia.Inbound indirect flight with Air Serbia, departs from Sofia on Mon, 1 Jun, arriving in Frankfurt am Main.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM659, select.
Sofia.RM659 per passenger.Departing Tue, 2 Jun, returning Sun, 7 Jun.Return flight with Air Serbia.Outbound indirect flight with Air Serbia, departs from Frankfurt am Main on Tue, 2 Jun, arriving in Sofia.Inbound indirect flight with Air Serbia, departs from Sofia on Sun, 7 Jun, arriving in Frankfurt am Main.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM659, select.
Sofia.RM659 per passenger.Departing Fri, 24 Apr, returning Mon, 4 May.Return flight with Air Serbia.Outbound indirect flight with Air Serbia, departs from Frankfurt am Main on Fri, 24 Apr, arriving in Sofia.Inbound indirect flight with Air Serbia, departs from Sofia on Mon, 4 May, arriving in Frankfurt am Main.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM659, select.
Sofia.RM705 per passenger.Departing Fri, 4 Sep, returning Fri, 11 Sep.Return flight with Lufthansa.Outbound direct flight with Lufthansa departs from Frankfurt am Main on Fri, 4 Sep, arriving in Sofia.Inbound direct flight with Lufthansa departs from Sofia on Fri, 11 Sep, arriving in Frankfurt am Main.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM705, select.
Sofia.RM706 per passenger.Departing Mon, 22 Jun, returning Tue, 30 Jun.Return flight with Lufthansa.Outbound direct flight with Lufthansa departs from Frankfurt am Main on Mon, 22 Jun, arriving in Sofia.Inbound direct flight with Lufthansa departs from Sofia on Tue, 30 Jun, arriving in Frankfurt am Main.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM706, select.
Sofia.RM708 per passenger.Departing Thu, 30 Apr, returning Tue, 5 May.Return flight with Lufthansa.Outbound direct flight with Lufthansa departs from Frankfurt am Main on Thu, 30 Apr, arriving in Sofia.Inbound direct flight with Lufthansa departs from Sofia on Tue, 5 May, arriving in Frankfurt am Main.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM708, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Frankfurt am Main to Sofia

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Frankfurt am Main to Sofia flights are currently cheapest in October.
Mar
from RM708
Apr
from RM657
May
from RM657
Jun
from RM659
Jul
from RM708
Aug
from RM708
Sep
from RM657
Oct
from RM617
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from RM617
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Feb
from RM627

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Frankfurt am Main to Sofia: Alternative routes

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Frankfurt to Sofia: Flight information

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Cheapest flight foundRM617
Cheapest month to flyDecember
Average flight time2 hrs, 13 mins
Most popular airlineLufthansa
Average flights per week151

Finding cheap flights from Frankfurt am Main to Sofia: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Frankfurt am Main to Sofia is RM617. 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.
2 hours and 13 minutes is the average flight time from Frankfurt am Main to Sofia.
Lufthansa, United and TAP Air Portugal fly direct from Frankfurt am Main to Sofia.
As of March 2026, there are 151 flights per week flying from Frankfurt am Main to Sofia.
The cheapest month to fly from Frankfurt am Main to Sofia is usually December.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Sofia Airport on Friday, 11 December 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 2 hours and 13 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.
Currently, Lufthansa offers the cheapest flight tickets to Sofia.

Flying from Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to Sofia Airport (SOF): what you need to know

  • The average time for a direct flight from Frankfurt Airport to Sofia Airport is 2 hours 20 minutes.

  • Sofia is one hour ahead of Frankfurt and follows the UTC+2 timezone.

  • Flights from FRA to SOF start from 08:05 — the earliest with Lufthansa. The latest departure is at 20:25 with Bulgaria Air. Overall, there are 37 weekly Frankfurt Airport to Sofia Airport flights.

  • Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your FRA to SOF flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid a last-minute sprint to the gate.

  • During popular months like April, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights when you fly during a high season in general.

  • Bulgaria Air is your gateway to discovering Sofia (and perhaps some other exciting parts of Bulgaria!). Check out the direct flights from Frankfurt Airport to Sofia Airport offered by this carrier.

  • Bulgaria Air tops the list for bookings on this route.

  • The most punctual carrier that offers FRA to SOF flights is Lufthansa. Its services land as planned 74.83% of the time.

  • If you'd like to add a stop to your trip, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Frankfurt Airport to Sofia Airport. Here are the top stopovers between FRA and SOF:

    • Franz Josef Strauss Airport

    • Vienna International Airport

    • Guglielmo Marconi Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to Sofia Airport (SOF)

  • Right now, RM352 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Frankfurt Airport to Sofia Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is RM617. Remember that fares may change due to demand when booking.

  • Get cheap tickets from FRA to SOF by booking seven months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.

  • Organise your trip for June. That's the cheapest month for flights from Frankfurt Airport to Sofia Airport. If you're flexible with your travel dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfare across every month.

  • Save time searching for cheap flights from FRA to SOF by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when a new discounted fare appears.

  • Select your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Frankfurt Airport to Sofia Airport.

Handy information about Frankfurt Airport (FRA)

  • Of all flights leaving Frankfurt Airport, 67.47% arrive on time at their destination.

  • Frankfurt Airport is about 14 kilometres from central Frankfurt. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.

  • Expect a trip time of about 35 minutes when using public transport.

  • Searching for a handy hotel close to FRA? If you've booked an early flight from Frankfurt Airport to Sofia Airport, these stays will have you moments from your departure lounge:

Arriving at Sofia Airport (SOF)

  • If you're getting in on a late Frankfurt Airport to Sofia Airport flight, few things top the convenience of being close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing shortly after at one of these options near SOF:

  • Grab a Sofia Airport rental car and explore Sofia and beyond with your own wheels. MEX, Surprice and NU Car Rentals are popular outlets to choose from here.

  • Booking your ride from Sofia Airport around one week ahead gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.

Getting from Sofia Airport (SOF) to central Sofia

  • Sofia Airport to the centre of Sofia has a drive time of about 15 minutes. It's approximately 11 kilometres away.

  • It'll take around 35 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.

When to fly to Sofia Airport (SOF)

  • It's time to pick your dates for your flight from Frankfurt Airport to Sofia Airport. August is the busiest month to visit Sofia. If you're after a quieter vibe, go in April.

  • Book your flight from Frankfurt Airport to Sofia Airport for August if you want to visit Sofia during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 14ºC (57ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF).

  • January sees average temperatures of between -11ºC (12ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF). Look for cheap tickets from FRA to SOF sometime then if you like cooler conditions.

Explore more of Bulgaria

  • You've seen Sofia, now it's time to explore more of Bulgaria. Travel around 129 kilometres south-east to Plovdiv to check off its leading sights. From Plovdiv Old Town to Plovdiv Roman Theatre and Archaelogical Complex Nebet Tepe, there's plenty to keep you on the go.

  • Varna is another essential stop in Bulgaria and is around 386 kilometres east of Sofia. No trip is complete without experiencing Park Asparuhovo - Asparuhovo sea garden, Dormition of theotokos Cathedral and Sunset viewpoint (място за гледане на Залеза).

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