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We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Manchester to Sofia flights are currently cheapest in February.

Direct flights from Manchester to Sofia

Manchester to Sofia: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Manchester to Sofia below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Sofia.

Manchester to Sofia: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundRs12,694
Cheapest month to flyFebruary
Average flight time3 hrs, 20 mins
Most popular airlineeasyJet
Average flights per week4

Finding cheap flights from Manchester to Sofia: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Manchester to Sofia is Rs25,194. 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.
3 hours and 20 minutes is the average flight time from Manchester to Sofia.
easyJet and TUI fly direct from Manchester to Sofia.
As of December 2025, there are 4 flights per week flying from Manchester to Sofia.
The cheapest month to fly from Manchester to Sofia is usually February.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Manchester Airport to Sofia Airport on Tuesday, 10 February 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 3 hours and 20 minutes.
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 Sofia 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 Sofia is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Ryanair and easyJet offer the cheapest flight tickets to Sofia.

Travelling from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Sofia Airport (SOF): what you need to know

  • The average time for a direct flight from Manchester Airport to Sofia Airport is 3 hours 20 minutes.

  • Sofia's timezone is UTC+2, which makes Sofia two hours ahead of Manchester.

  • For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to board your MAN to SOF flight.

  • Flying during a peak time such as August? Public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer lines at check-in and security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.

  • EasyJet has direct flights from Manchester Airport to Sofia Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to tick off the sights in Sofia — and maybe even more of Bulgaria if time allows.

  • The airline that passengers book most often on this route is easyJet.

  • Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Manchester Airport to Sofia Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Check out these options between MAN and SOF:

    • Frankfurt Airport

    • Milano Malpensa Airport

    • Frederic Chopin Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Sofia Airport (SOF)

  • Rs12,694 is the lowest price for a one-way Manchester Airport to Sofia Airport flight. A return flight starts from Rs25,194. These prices may change based on availability and demand.

  • Book nine months before flying. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap tickets from MAN to SOF.

  • The cheapest month for flights from Manchester Airport to Sofia Airport is August. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have flexible travel dates.

  • Save time searching for cheap flights from MAN to SOF by creating a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or notification through the app when fares go down.

  • Tailor your flights using filters. Select your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Manchester Airport to Sofia Airport.

Handy information about Manchester Airport (MAN)

  • When it comes to Manchester Airport's on-time performance, 59.39% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.

  • Manchester Airport is about 18 kilometres from central Manchester. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 30 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.

  • You can expect a trip time of about 1 hour 5 minutes when using public transport.

  • Get your travels off to a stress-free start by staying near MAN. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Manchester Airport to Sofia Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels have you covered:

Arriving at Sofia Airport (SOF)

  • If you're coming in on a late Manchester Airport to Sofia Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed shortly after at one of these accommodation options near SOF:

  • Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Sofia Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from MEX, Surprice or NU Car Rentals and chase adventure across Sofia and beyond.

  • Lock in the best deal by booking your vehicle from Sofia Airport around one week ahead of your trip.

Getting from Sofia Airport (SOF) to central Sofia

  • From Sofia Airport, Sofia is approximately 11 kilometres away. It takes around 15 minutes to reach the centre by car.

  • Travelling by public transport will take you roughly 35 minutes.

When to fly to Sofia Airport (SOF)

  • It's time to plan your dates for your flight from Manchester Airport to Sofia Airport. August is the busiest month to visit Sofia. If you want a more laid-back vibe, go in April.

  • When booking your flight from Manchester Airport to Sofia Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Sofia, with temperatures ranging from 14ºC to 30ºC.

  • January has average temperatures of between -11ºC and 7ºC. Look for cheap tickets from MAN to SOF sometime then if you want to travel when it's cooler.

Explore more of Bulgaria

  • Sofia has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of Bulgaria you should also see. About 129 kilometres south-east of Sofia, a visit to Plovdiv will keep your itinerary busy. Start with popular sights like Plovdiv Old Town, Plovdiv Roman Theatre and Archaelogical Complex Nebet Tepe.

  • If you're ready to explore another major destination in Bulgaria, head for Varna, about 386 kilometres east of Sofia. Park Asparuhovo - Asparuhovo sea garden, Dormition of theotokos Cathedral and Sunset viewpoint (място за гледане на Залеза) are highlights.

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