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Fly direct from Edinburgh to Sofia for the quickest, most convenient way to get between these two vibrant cities — you’ll spend less time traveling and more time exploring Bulgaria’s capital. While connecting options can sometimes be cheaper, a nonstop flight lets you avoid long layovers and arrive refreshed, making it the smarter choice for efficient, comfortable travel.
A direct flight is the easiest way to get to your destination. The following airlines operate non-stop flights from Edinburgh to Sofia:
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Edinburgh Airport (EDI) is the city’s primary international gateway, serving a mix of full-service and low-cost carriers such as British Airways, easyJet and Ryanair, and typically handles both business and leisure traffic. It sits about 8 miles (13 km) west of the city centre; tram and frequent bus services usually take around 30–35 minutes into central Edinburgh, with fares commonly in the low single-digit pounds, while taxis can be nearer 25–40 minutes depending on traffic and cost more. The airport is compact and generally easy to navigate, which can be convenient for short connections, though it can feel busy at peak times and parking/peak transfer fares may be higher than at smaller regional fields.
Sofia Airport (SOF) serves as Bulgaria’s primary international gateway and typically functions as a mix of full-service and low-cost carrier operations, with flag carrier and regional airlines alongside budget operators. It sits about 10–12 km east of Sofia’s city centre, and is usually reachable by metro in roughly 20–25 minutes (single fares commonly low-cost), by bus in 30–40 minutes, or by taxi in 15–25 minutes depending on traffic (taxis and ride-hailing can be moderate in price). The airport is generally compact and modern enough for comfortable transfers, with straightforward check-in and duty-free options, though peak times can bring queues and some congestion on access roads.
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Edinburgh — Sofia
06/19/2026
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Direct flight
FR5160
starting at $249
Edinburgh — Sofia
06/23/2026
Departure
Direct flight
FR5160
starting at $121
Edinburgh — Sofia
06/28/2026
Departure
Direct flight
FR5160
starting at $242
starting at $81
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starting at $256
More than 4 airlines operate flights from Edinburgh to Sofia, including Ryanair, EasyJet, Skyview Airways Company Limiteddba Skyview, and Scandinavian Airlines. This is a popular route, so passengers can choose tickets based on budget and preferences. Ticket prices start from $81, and our service lets you instantly compare all options. The variety of offers simplifies planning: you can choose budget fares or more comfortable options with baggage included or extra services. We help you find the best deals so your trip is cost-efficient.
The cheapest flight ticket from Edinburgh to Sofia according to data for the last 48 hours costs $81
Often the best time to buy tickets from Edinburgh to Sofia is 2 months before departure.
The fastest flights from Edinburgh to Sofia start from 3 hours 30 minutes in the air.
The following airlines operate direct flights on the route Edinburgh — Sofia: Ryanair
We couldn't find any special offers for flights from Edinburgh to Sofia
The cheapest one-way flight from Edinburgh to Sofia departs on 02/04/2026, is operated by Ryanair and costs $81
The cheapest roundtrip flight from Edinburgh to Sofia departs on 03/28/2026, is operated by Ryanair and costs $124
Fastest flight from Edinburgh to Sofia takes 3h 30m
There are direct flights on this route 3 days a week: Su, Tu, and Fr
The distance between Edinburgh and Sofia is 2401km (1489 miles). There are 3 direct flights from Edinburgh to Sofia. The time difference between Edinburgh and Sofia is 2h. Flights from Edinburgh begin at 6:30 AM. The latest flight from Edinburgh departs at 3:20 PM