Journey information
Overview: Sofia to Athens flight
Flights from Sofia to Athens depart on average 22 times per day, taking around 5h 54m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at £63 but you can travel from only £36 by coach.
There are 2 flights per day. The earliest flight runs at 00:40, the last at 23:00. The fastest flight covers the 525 km distance in 1h 15m. September is the cheapest month to fly.
Distance 525 km |
Average flight duration 5h 54m |
Cheapest ticket price £63 |
Flights per day 22 |
Direct flights 2 |
Fastest flight 1h 15m |
First flight 0:40 |
Last flight 23:00 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 56 days |
The cheapest and fastest flights from Sofia to Athens
Cheapest price
£126
Average price
£255
Fastest journey
1 h 15 m
Average duration
4 h 44 m
Flights per day
20
Distance
525 km
The best way to find a cheap flight ticket from Sofia to Athens is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Sofia to Athens will cost around £255 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap flight tickets today for only £126.
Of the 20 flights that leave Sofia for Athens every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct flights cover the 525 km distance in an average of 4 h 44 m but if you time it right, some flights will get you there in just 1 h 15 m .
The slowest flights will take 6 h 25 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
LX1391+
LX184413:4512h30Sofia Airport2:15Athens International Airport£1261One-way1 change
LX1391+
LX184213:4511h10Sofia Airport0:55Athens International Airport£1261One-way1 change
OS774 · OS80516:057h35Sofia Airport23:40Athens International Airport£1391One-way1 change
LX1391+
LX184013:456h25Sofia Airport20:10Athens International Airport£1401One-way1 change
OS780 · OS8018:004h45Sofia Airport12:45Athens International Airport£1501One-way1 change
A398110:551h15Sofia Airport12:10Athens International Airport£2511One-way0 changes
OS780 · OS8018:004h45Sofia Airport12:45Athens International Airport£1501One-way1 change
AZ716+
AZ71777:005h30Sofia Airport12:30Athens International Airport£4391One-way1 change
LH1707 · LH17506:105h45Sofia Airport11:55Athens International Airport£1991One-way1 change
LX1391+
LX184013:456h25Sofia Airport20:10Athens International Airport£1401One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare coach and flight for Sofia to Athens
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Sofia to Athens among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £36. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 5h 54m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the coach is your best bet as it emits only 0.5 - 1.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £36, and a flight costs an average of £63.
Distance: 525 km
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| Flight | Most popular Coach |
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£158 Average Price | £54 Average Price Cheapest |
8h 54m Average total duration Fastest 5h 54m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 10h 31m Average total duration 10h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
1.6 - 3.1kg CO2 emissions | 0.5 - 1.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Live departures
Sofia to Athens flight times
The table below shows live departures for Sofia to Athens flights for today, Friday 12 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FB807 | 15:40 Sofia Airport | 1h15 | 16:55 Athens International Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
A31151 | 15:40 Sofia Airport | 1h15 | 16:55 Athens International Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
LX1391+ LX1844 | 15:50 Sofia Airport | 10h25 | 2:15 Athens International Airport | 1 change | |
LX1391+ LX4320 | 15:50 Sofia Airport | 23h00 | 14:50 Athens International Airport | 1 change | |
LX1391+ LX1842 | 15:50 Sofia Airport | 9h05 | 0:55 Athens International Airport | 1 change | |
LX1391+ LX4322 | 15:50 Sofia Airport | 6h45 | 22:35 Athens International Airport | 1 change | |
TK1032 · TK1849 | 15:50 Sofia Airport | 23h00 | 14:50 Athens International Airport | 1 change | |
TK1032 · TK1841 | 15:50 Sofia Airport | 11h15 | 3:05 Athens International Airport | 1 change | |
TK1032 · TK1843 | 15:50 Sofia Airport | 17h05 | 8:55 Athens International Airport | 1 change | |
TK1032+ TK9193 | 15:50 Sofia Airport | 25h15 | 17:05 Athens International Airport | 1 change | |
TK1032 · TK1845 | 15:50 Sofia Airport | 4h40 | 20:30 Athens International Airport | 1 change | |
OS774+ OS557+ OS6607 | 16:05 Sofia Airport | 8h40 | 0:45 Athens International Airport | 2 changes | |
OS774 · OS805 | 16:05 Sofia Airport | 7h35 | 23:40 Athens International Airport | 1 change | |
OS776 · OS805 | 18:55 Sofia Airport | 4h45 | 23:40 Athens International Airport | 1 change | |
RO298 · RO271 | 20:35 Sofia Airport | 12h20 | 8:55 Athens International Airport | 1 change | |
RO298 · RO273 | 20:35 Sofia Airport | 21h25 | 18:00 Athens International Airport | 1 change | |
GQ681 | 20:35 Sofia Airport | 1h35 | 22:10 Athens International Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
TK1030 · TK1843 | 21:05 Sofia Airport | 11h50 | 8:55 Athens International Airport | 1 change | |
TK1030+ TK9195 | 21:05 Sofia Airport | 25h20 | 22:25 Athens International Airport | 1 change | |
TK1030 · TK1841 | 21:05 Sofia Airport | 6h00 | 3:05 Athens International Airport | 1 change | |
TK1030 · TK1845 | 21:05 Sofia Airport | 23h25 | 20:30 Athens International Airport | 1 change | |
TK1030+ TK9193 | 21:05 Sofia Airport | 20h00 | 17:05 Athens International Airport | 1 change | |
TK1030 · TK1849 | 21:05 Sofia Airport | 17h45 | 14:50 Athens International Airport | 1 change | |
A3983 | 21:30 Sofia Airport | 1h15 | 22:45 Athens International Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
FB1509 | 21:30 Sofia Airport | 1h15 | 22:45 Athens International Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
LH1707 · LH1752 | 6:10 Sofia Airport | 8h45 | 14:55 Athens International Airport | 1 change | |
LH1707 · LH1754 | 6:10 Sofia Airport | 12h35 | 18:45 Athens International Airport | 1 change | |
LH1707 · LH1750 | 6:10 Sofia Airport | 5h45 | 11:55 Athens International Airport | 1 change | |
LH1707+ OS182 · OS801 | 6:10 Sofia Airport | 6h35 | 12:45 Athens International Airport | 2 changes | |
LH1707+ LH5916 | 6:10 Sofia Airport | 8h35 | 14:45 Athens International Airport | 1 change | |
AZ718+ AZ7177 | 7:00 Sofia Airport | 11h35 | 18:35 Athens International Airport | 1 change | |
AZ716+ AZ7177 | 7:00 Sofia Airport | 5h30 | 12:30 Athens International Airport | 1 change | |
OS780 · OS801 | 8:00 Sofia Airport | 4h45 | 12:45 Athens International Airport | 1 change | |
OS780+ OS8982 | 8:00 Sofia Airport | 6h45 | 14:45 Athens International Airport | 1 change | |
RO292 · RO273 | 10:05 Sofia Airport | 7h55 | 18:00 Athens International Airport | 1 change | |
A3981 | 10:55 Sofia Airport | 1h15 | 12:10 Athens International Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
OS772 · OS555+ OS6607 | 12:25 Sofia Airport | 12h20 | 0:45 Athens International Airport | 2 changes | |
OS772 · OS805 | 12:25 Sofia Airport | 11h15 | 23:40 Athens International Airport | 1 change | |
OS772+ OS6607+ OS557 | 12:25 Sofia Airport | 12h20 | 0:45 Athens International Airport | 2 changes | |
LX1840+ LX1391 | 13:45 Sofia Airport | 6h25 | 20:10 Athens International Airport | 1 change | |
LX1842+ LX1391 | 13:45 Sofia Airport | 11h10 | 0:55 Athens International Airport | 1 change | |
LX1844+ LX1391 | 13:45 Sofia Airport | 12h30 | 2:15 Athens International Airport | 1 change | |
LX4322+ LX1391 | 13:45 Sofia Airport | 8h50 | 22:35 Athens International Airport | 1 change | |
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Flights from Sofia to Athens
Sofia to Athens flights are numerous and convenient. Some flights depart early in the morning, and a large number of flights offer overnight layovers. Several flights leave each hour using a variety of routes and connections. Numerous carriers offer Sofia to Athens flights including low-cost airlines, giving passengers a range of fares from which to choose.
Which airlines fly from Sofia to Athens?
Travelers flying from Sofia, Bulgaria, to Athens, Greece can choose from 8 airlines. Lufthansa offers the earliest and most numerous flights, followed by Air France. The larger carriers have at least 1 connection in their flight itineraries. Air France offers the largest number of overnight flights. Alitalia and Turkish air each offer one overnight option as well. Smaller, more budget-friendly airlines such as Aegean Airlines, Ryanair, and Bulgaria offer direct flights, but they are less frequent.
How long is the flight from Sofia to Athens?
Sofia to Athens flights last 1 hour and 20 minutes without connections. Layovers and connections can add dramatically to a travel day. Short layovers are approximately 5 hours. There are a large number of overnight layovers along this route, more than 10 each day! Overnight layovers can add 22 hours to a trip. These connections are in major European cities, so it is possible to spend a bit of time in these cities in the evening or at night.
How many flights are there from Sofia to Athens?
More than 30 flights leave Sofia headed for Athens on both weekdays and weekends. Several flights leave each hour making it convenient and easy for travelers to choose the right itinerary for them.
What are the departure and arrival airports for flights from Sofia to Athens?
Departure airport:Sofia Airport (SOF) lies 10 km from central Sofia. The Sofia Metro 1 Line connects the airport to the downtown area in an easy 18-minute trip. Passengers can also transfer before the downtown stop to reach the central bus station or rail station.
Arrival airport:Athens International Airport (ATH) is 20 km from downtown Athens as the crow flies. Car journeys are a bit farther due to intervening hills. The Metro Line 3 gets travelers to the city center in 40 minutes. It runs every 30 minutes between 6:30 a.m. and 11:00 p.m. every day.
FAQs: Sofia to Athens flights
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Sofia to Athens by flight. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest flight, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Athens, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Sofia and Athens
- Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport.
- Shops available in both terminals, including duty-free and local brands.
- Parking available at Terminal 1 and 2, approximately 1€ per hour.
- Available outside the terminal.
- Ramps, toilets.
- Available throughout the airport.
- Yes
- Lounges available, including Aspire Lounge in Terminal 2.
- Located in Terminal 2, open during airport hours.
- Bus: 84, 184, 384
- Metro: M4
- Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport for 45 minutes.
- Shops are available in the main terminal, including duty-free shops and brands like Hellenic Duty Free and Korres.
- Parking available with options including short-term and long-term parking. Short-term parking located at P1 and P2, approximately 3.8€ per hour.
- Available outside the terminal.
- Elevators, ramps.
- Available throughout the airport.
- Yes
- Lounges available, including the Aegean Business Lounge and Skyserv Lounge, offering amenities like food, drinks, and showers.
- Located at the arrivals level, near Exit 3.
- Bus: X93, X95, X96, X97
- Metro: Line 3
- Suburban Railway: Proastiakos
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