Ryanair
Su and Mo
starting at $34
Bulgaria Air
Mo, We, Fr, and Sa
starting at $170
Lufthansa
Every day
starting at $188
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A direct flight is the easiest way to get to your destination. The following airlines operate non-stop flights from Frankfurt to Sofia:
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The cost of a one-way flight from Frankfurt to Sofia ranges from $35 (March 2026) to $203 (February 2026). On average, the ticket price is about $124–$273.
Ryanair
Su and Mo
starting at $34
Bulgaria Air
Mo, We, Fr, and Sa
starting at $170
Lufthansa
Every day
starting at $188
Frankfurt — Sofia
02/25/2026
Departure
Direct flight
LH1426
starting at $222
Frankfurt — Sofia
03/02/2026
Departure
Direct flight
LH1426
starting at $295
Frankfurt — Sofia
03/03/2026
Departure
Direct flight
LH1426
starting at $283
Frankfurt — Sofia
03/09/2026
Departure
Direct flight
LH1430
starting at $183
Frankfurt — Sofia
03/12/2026
Departure
Direct flight
LH1428
starting at $233
Frankfurt — Sofia
04/03/2026
Departure
Direct flight
LH1426
starting at $739
Frankfurt — Sofia
04/29/2026
Departure
Direct flight
LH1430
starting at $231
Frankfurt — Sofia
06/07/2026
Departure
Direct flight
LH1426
starting at $178
Frankfurt — Sofia
11/18/2026
Departure
Direct flight
LH1430
starting at $141
Frankfurt — Sofia
04/26/2026
Departure
Direct flight
LH1426
starting at $168
starting at $127
starting at $28
starting at $201
starting at $68
starting at $70
starting at $122
starting at $124
starting at $135
More than 8 airlines operate flights from Frankfurt to Sofia, including Lufthansa, Ryanair, Bulgaria Air, LC Busre SAC, Mokulele Airlines, Air Serbia, Pegasus Airlines, and EasyJet. This is a popular route, so passengers can choose tickets based on budget and preferences. Ticket prices start from $28, 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 Frankfurt to Sofia according to data for the last 48 hours costs $28
Often the best time to buy tickets from Frankfurt to Sofia is 2 months before departure.
Based on statistics over the past years, the lowest prices for flights from Frankfurt to Sofia can be found flying in these months: March, October, September.
The fastest flights from Frankfurt to Sofia start from 2 hours 25 minutes in the air.
The following airlines operate direct flights on the route Frankfurt — Sofia: Lufthansa, Ryanair, Bulgaria Air
The cheapest one-way flight from Frankfurt to Sofia departs on 03/02/2026, is operated by Ryanair and costs $28
The cheapest roundtrip flight from Frankfurt to Sofia departs on 03/09/2026, is operated by Ryanair and costs $53
Fastest flight from Frankfurt to Sofia takes 2h 25m
There are direct flights on this route 7 days a week: Su, Mo, Tu, We, Th, Fr, and Sa
The distance between Frankfurt and Sofia is 1398km (867 miles). The average flight duration is 2h 20m. There are 19 direct flights from Frankfurt to Sofia. The time difference between Frankfurt and Sofia is 1h. Flights from Frankfurt begin at 10:10 AM. The latest flight from Frankfurt departs at 7:30 PM
Frankfurt Airport (FRA) is Germany’s primary international hub and a major European transfer point, serving a mix of full-service carriers, long-haul operators, and some regional services; low-cost airlines also use secondary terminals at times. Located about 12–15 km west of the city center, the airport is well connected by high-speed regional and S-Bahn trains (15–20 minutes to central Frankfurt), long-distance ICE services (20–30 minutes) and frequent regional buses and taxis; expect public transport fares in the low single-digit euros to low double digits for taxi rides. Advantages include extensive lounge and shopping options, strong transfer infrastructure and many long-haul choices; downsides can be busy terminals, occasional queues and a spread-out complex that may require extra transfer time between terminals.
Fly direct from Frankfurt to Sofia for the quickest, most convenient way to travel between Germany and Bulgaria — fewer hassles, no layovers, and more time to enjoy your trip. While connecting options can sometimes be cheaper, a nonstop flight saves hours and reduces stress, making it worth the extra cost for comfort and efficiency.
Sofia Airport (SOF) is Bulgaria’s main international gateway and typically functions as a mixed hub handling both full-service and low-cost carriers, with flag carrier Bulgaria Air and budget operators like Wizz Air often well represented. Located about 10–15 km east of the city centre, travel times are usually 20–30 minutes by taxi or 20–30 minutes on public transport: the metro connects the airport to central Sofia in roughly 18–25 minutes with fares around a few leva, while buses and taxis can vary by traffic and cost. The airport is generally convenient for quick access to the city and offers a compact layout for shorter transfers, though peak times can feel busy and some services may be limited compared with larger European hubs.
