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Flight deals from Sofia to Rio de Janeiro

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Sofia to Rio de Janeiro? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Rio de Janeiro.RM3,841 per passenger.Departing Mon, 19 Oct, returning Sat, 31 Oct.Return flight with Lufthansa.Outbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departs from Sofia on Mon, 19 Oct, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Inbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departs from Rio de Janeiro Internacional on Sat, 31 Oct, arriving in Sofia.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM3,841, select.
Rio de Janeiro.RM3,907 per passenger.Departing Wed, 11 Mar, returning Tue, 17 Mar.Return flight with KLM and Air France.Outbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from Sofia on Wed, 11 Mar, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Inbound indirect flight with Air France, departs from Rio de Janeiro Internacional on Tue, 17 Mar, arriving in Sofia.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM3,907, select.
Rio de Janeiro.RM4,056 per passenger.Departing Sun, 7 Dec, returning Sun, 14 Dec.Return flight with Air France.Outbound indirect flight with Air France, departs from Sofia on Sun, 7 Dec, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Inbound indirect flight with Air France, departs from Rio de Janeiro Internacional on Sun, 14 Dec, arriving in Sofia.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM4,056, select.
Rio de Janeiro.RM4,276 per passenger.Departing Wed, 25 Feb, returning Wed, 25 Mar.Return flight with Air France.Outbound indirect flight with Air France, departs from Sofia on Wed, 25 Feb, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Inbound indirect flight with Air France, departs from Rio de Janeiro Internacional on Wed, 25 Mar, arriving in Sofia.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM4,276, select.
Rio de Janeiro.RM4,323 per passenger.Departing Sun, 25 Jan, returning Mon, 9 Feb.Return flight with KLM.Outbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from Sofia on Sun, 25 Jan, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Inbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from Rio de Janeiro Internacional on Mon, 9 Feb, arriving in Sofia.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM4,323, select.
Rio de Janeiro.RM4,353 per passenger.Departing Fri, 20 Mar, returning Wed, 1 Apr.Return flight with Air France.Outbound indirect flight with Air France, departs from Sofia on Fri, 20 Mar, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Inbound indirect flight with Air France, departs from Rio de Janeiro Internacional on Wed, 1 Apr, arriving in Sofia.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM4,353, select.
Rio de Janeiro.RM4,406 per passenger.Departing Thu, 2 Jul, returning Thu, 9 Jul.Return flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Sofia on Thu, 2 Jul, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Inbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Rio de Janeiro Internacional on Thu, 9 Jul, arriving in Sofia.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM4,406, select.
Rio de Janeiro.RM4,406 per passenger.Departing Wed, 1 Apr, returning Tue, 7 Apr.Return flight with Turkish Airlines and LATAM Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Sofia on Wed, 1 Apr, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Inbound indirect flight with LATAM Airlines, departs from Rio de Janeiro Internacional on Tue, 7 Apr, arriving in Sofia.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM4,406, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Sofia to Rio de Janeiro

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Sofia to Rio de Janeiro flights are currently cheapest in October.
Dec
from RM4,056
Jan
from RM4,600
Feb
from RM4,644
Mar
from RM3,907
Apr
from RM4,406
May
from RM4,425
Jun
from RM4,676
Jul
from RM4,406
Aug
from RM4,406
Sep
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Oct
from RM3,841
Nov
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Alternative Sofia to Rio de Janeiro routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from Sofia to Rio de Janeiro? You could fly into the following airports instead.

Sofia to Rio de Janeiro: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundRM3,841
Cheapest month to flyOctober

Finding cheap flights from Sofia to Rio de Janeiro: Frequently asked questions

There are 3 airports in Rio de Janeiro: Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont, Rio de Janeiro Internacional and Jacarepaguá.
The best price we found for a return flight from Sofia to Rio de Janeiro is RM3,841. 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.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Sofia to Rio de Janeiro. But we found flights with one or more stops from RM3,841.
As of December 2025, there are no flights flying from Sofia to Rio de Janeiro.
The cheapest month to fly from Sofia to Rio de Janeiro is usually October.
If you're flying from Sofia Airport, the cheapest airport near Rio de Janeiro is Rio de Janeiro Internacional – which is 12.2 km away from the centre of Rio de Janeiro. We've found flights into this airport from RM3,841.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Sofia Airport to Rio de Janeiro on Monday, 19 October 2026.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Sofia Airport and Rio de Janeiro. Most routes have one or more stops.
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 Rio de Janeiro 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 Rio de Janeiro is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In December, the average temperature is usually around 25°C. February is typically the warmest month in Rio de Janeiro, when it usually averages around 29°C. You can expect the least rain in August. The coldest month is July, with temperatures averaging 17°C. The rainiest month is January.
Currently, Lufthansa offers the cheapest flight tickets to Rio de Janeiro.

Flying from Sofia Airport (SOF) to Rio De Janeiro: what you need to know

  • Rio De Janeiro is five hours behind Sofia, where Sofia Airport is located. Rio De Janeiro follows the UTC-3 timezone.

  • Give yourself enough time to catch your SOF to Rio De Janeiro flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • If you're travelling during a bank holiday or another peak period, allow extra time. A good general rule is two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Check-in and security lines will be longer.

  • Think about adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper flight ticket from SOF to Rio De Janeiro. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' during your search. Break up your journey by stopping at one of these popular airports:

    • Frankfurt Airport (FRA)

    • Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)

    • Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)

  • Located around 6 kilometres from central Sofia, SOF can be reached in about 15 minutes by car. The journey on public transport takes roughly 35 minutes.

  • Planning to catch an early flight from Sofia Airport to Rio De Janeiro? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels near SOF:

  • 66.73% of flights departing from Sofia Airport land at their destination on schedule.

How to find the cheapest flights from Sofia Airport (SOF) to Rio De Janeiro

  • RM2,638 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Sofia Airport to Rio De Janeiro flight. A round-trip flight ticket right now is RM3,841. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares may change.

  • Booking in advance is often the key to locking in a cheap flight from SOF to Rio De Janeiro. Airlines adjust prices based on demand, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely spend.

  • If you're willing to be flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the cheapest price across each month when searching for a Sofia Airport to Rio De Janeiro ticket.

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

  • Save money on your flight from Sofia Airport to Rio De Janeiro with the help of our filters. Select your preferred times, airlines and number of stops, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals.

Airports in Rio De Janeiro

Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG)

  • Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) to the centre of Rio De Janeiro takes around 20 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 18 kilometres away.

  • If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour 5 minutes.

  • Consider staying in a hotel near GIG if you have a late flight from Sofia Airport to Rio De Janeiro. Select one of these options and skip the long transfer:

  • Grab a Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport rental car and discover Rio De Janeiro and beyond with your own wheels. Foco, Localiza and Movida are popular providers to choose from here.

  • Booking your vehicle from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport about four weeks in advance of your flight from SOF to Rio De Janeiro can help you get the best possible rate.

Santos Dumont Airport (SDU)

  • Santos Dumont Airport (SDU) is around 2 kilometres from central Rio De Janeiro. Once you've hopped off your flight from Sofia Airport to Rio De Janeiro, it'll take you around 5 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.

  • If you choose to travel on public transport, you'll reach the centre in 15 minutes or so.

  • Following your SOF to Rio De Janeiro flight, rest your head at a hotel close to SDU. These are some comfortable options that'll help you switch to relaxation mode:

  • No need to worry about public transport schedules or waiting in a long cab line. Grab a Santos Dumont Airport rental car and take your trip in whatever direction you choose. Check out the rates and availability from Foco, Localiza and Movida.

  • Get the lowest price by reserving your ride from SDU three weeks ahead of time. You can also expect to have a bigger selection of vehicles.

Jacarepagua-Roberto Marinho Airport (RRJ)

  • Step off your flight from Sofia Airport to Rio De Janeiro and make your way to your hotel or start discovering the city right away. The centre of Rio De Janeiro is around 32 kilometres from Jacarepagua-Roberto Marinho Airport (RRJ) and typically takes 40 minutes to reach by car.

  • If you're using public transport, expect a journey of about 1 hour 25 minutes.

  • Reserve a hotel close to RRJ and get from baggage claim to your bed in a snap. Whether you're arriving on a late SOF to Rio De Janeiro flight or just want a hassle-free arrival, these stays offer convenience when you need it most:

  • No crowded public transport, no squeezing into small cabs — with a Jacarepagua-Roberto Marinho Airport rental car, you're in the driver's seat (literally). Check out the types of cars available here at Localiza.

  • Rental agencies sometimes offer promotions on early bookings, so secure your vehicle from RRJ ahead of your flight from Sofia Airport to Rio De Janeiro. A bit of planning goes a long way in savings.

Best time to go to Rio De Janeiro

  • Before booking your flights from Sofia Airport to Rio De Janeiro, consider which time of year works best for you. High season in Rio De Janeiro offers a lively atmosphere and plenty of things to do, while the low season means you'll get cheaper hotel rates and fewer crowds.

  • Before booking a Sofia Airport to Rio De Janeiro flight ticket, think about the type of weather you enjoy. February is the warmest month in Rio De Janeiro, with temperatures ranging from 22ºC (72ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).

  • If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from SOF to Rio De Janeiro in July when temperatures average between 17ºC (63ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF).

More about Rio De Janeiro

  • When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in Rio De Janeiro right here. Browse these options once you've booked your flight from Sofia Airport to Rio De Janeiro:

  • There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be hard to figure out where to start. Sugarloaf Mountain, Christ the Redeemer and Copacabana Beach are top attractions which should be on every Rio De Janeiro itinerary.

Explore more of Brazil

  • You've done Rio De Janeiro, now it's time to explore other corners of Brazil. Journey around 354 kilometres west to Sao Paulo to tick off its popular sights. From Sao Paulo Museum of Art to Ibirapuera Park and Avenida Paulista, there's plenty to keep you on the go.

  • Belo Horizonte is another favourite destination in Brazil and is around 338 kilometres north of Rio De Janeiro. No journey is complete without a visit to Abilio Barreto Historical Museum, Matiz Arte Objeto and Deck Vertedouro.

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