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The straight-line distance between Budapest (BUD) and Sofia (SOF) is 620 kilometres (385 miles), giving an estimated nonstop flight time of approximately 1h 13m if flown directly. This is a short-haul route.
Nonstop service on a given route can change as airlines adjust their schedules. Use our search tool below to check which airlines currently fly Budapest to Sofia nonstop versus with a connection, along with real-time prices.
The flight time above is a distance-based estimate, not a confirmed schedule. Always verify current nonstop availability when you search, since not every city pair has guaranteed nonstop service.
Even for the same direct flight, prices vary significantly between platforms. Our tool compares 500+ airlines and 100+ websites simultaneously so you always get the best fare.
Baggage policies vary between airlines — budget carriers typically charge extra for checked bags while full-service airlines usually include an allowance. Always verify the rules for your specific ticket before arriving at the airport.
Tuesday and Wednesday departures on the BUD–SOF route are typically 10–15% cheaper than Friday and Sunday. Early morning and late evening flights are also priced lower due to lower demand.
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Top-rated tours and experiences in Sofia, ranked by traveller rating. Prices are per person and change with date and group size.
Sofia is 1 hour ahead of Budapest right now. Flying east costs you hours: you land later in the day than the flight time alone suggests, and eastbound jet lag is usually the harder direction to shake.
Crossing a border: entry rules for Bulgaria depend on your nationality and change without much notice, so we do not print them here. Check the IATA Travel Centre — the same passport and visa database airlines check at the gate — and confirm your passport has enough validity left, since many countries require six months beyond your return date.
| Mode | Fastest | From |
|---|---|---|
| Bus | 11h 40m | £18.19 |
| Flight | 1h 25m | £22.94 |
| Departs | Booking site | Stops | Duration | From |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fri 9 Oct | Kiwi.com | Direct | 2h 40m | €39 |
| Mon 22 Feb | City.Travel | Direct | 2h 45m | €49 |
| Sat 12 Sep | Авиасейлс | Direct | 2h 45m | €54 |
| Fri 11 Sep | City.Travel | Direct | 2h 40m | €61 |
| Fri 18 Sep | Kiwi.com | Direct | 2h 40m | €71 |
| Fri 18 Sep | Multiple | Direct | — | €75 |
| Fri 18 Sep | Multiple | Direct | — | €75 |
| Fri 18 Sep | City.Travel | Direct | 2h 40m | €79 |
