Cheap Flights from Cologne to Sofia

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

Direct flights from Cologne to Sofia

Cologne to Sofia: Alternative routes

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

Cologne to Sofia: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found80 €
Cheapest month to flyMarch
Average flight time2 hrs, 25 mins
Most popular airlineRyanair
Average flights per week5

Finding cheap flights from Cologne to Sofia: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Cologne to Sofia is 80 €. 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.
2 hours and 25 minutes is the average flight time from Cologne to Sofia.
Ryanair, Buzz and Malta Air fly direct from Cologne to Sofia.
As of March 2025, there are 5 flights per week flying from Cologne to Sofia.
The cheapest month to fly from Cologne to Sofia is usually March 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Cologne Airport to Sofia Airport on Monday, 24 March 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 2 hours and 25 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 offers the cheapest flight tickets to Sofia.

Flying from Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to Sofia Airport (SOF): what you need to know

  • The average length of a direct flight from Cologne Bonn Airport to Sofia Airport is 2 hours 25 minutes. Sofia's timezone is UTC+2, making Sofia 1 hour ahead of Cologne.

  • There are 4 flights from Cologne Bonn Airport to Sofia Airport each week. Choose the 05:45 flight if you want to be on your way as soon as possible. If you'd like to make the most of your day before heading off, the last flight from CGN to SOF is 21:30.

  • You'll likely experience longer lines during popular months like July and other peak seasons. Arriving up to fours hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures will give you ample time for security and boarding.

  • If you'd like to have a stopover for your flight from Cologne Bonn Airport to Sofia Airport, just deselect 'Direct flights only' and explore your options. These are the top stopovers between CGN and SOF:

    • Vienna International Airport

    • Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport

    • Franz Josef Strauss Airport

  • To see if you need a visa to enter Bulgaria, check with your carrier and the local embassy or consulate. They'll provide you with the latest information, including additional documents you may need after booking your cheap ticket from CGN to SOF.

How to find the cheapest flights from Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to Sofia Airport (SOF)

  • The best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Cologne Bonn Airport to Sofia Airport is 27 €. The cheapest price for a return flight is 80 €. Remember that fares may change due to availability when booking.

  • To snag cheap tickets from CGN to SOF, book your journey 1 month before your departure date.

  • Plan your trip for September. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Cologne Bonn Airport to Sofia Airport. If you have flexibility with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest price across every month.

  • Create a Price Alert for cheap tickets from CGN to SOF. You don't need to check back in every day to see whether fares have dropped. We'll let you know when the price changes.

  • Use filters to tailor your flights from Cologne Bonn Airport to Sofia Airport. Select your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals.

Handy information about Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN)

  • Located around 14 kilometres from central Cologne, Cologne Bonn Airport can be reached in approximately 18 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The same journey on public transport is roughly 30 minutes.

  • Want a leisurely start to your trip? Stay near CGN. Whether you're catching an early flight from Cologne Bonn Airport to Sofia Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays are ideal:

Arriving at Sofia Airport (SOF)

Getting from Sofia Airport (SOF) to central Sofia

  • Sofia Airport is approximately 11 kilometres from central Sofia. With a car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is around 16 minutes.

  • When travelling by public transport, expect a journey of around 37 minutes.

When to fly to Sofia Airport (SOF)

  • It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from Cologne Bonn Airport to Sofia Airport. August is the most popular month to visit Sofia. If you want a quieter vibe, go in April.

  • Book your flight from Cologne Bonn Airport to Sofia Airport for August if you want to go to Sofia during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 14ºC and 30ºC.

  • January sees average temperatures of between -11ºC and 7ºC. Look for cheap tickets from CGN to SOF around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.

More about Sofia

  • Start your Sofia trip right by finding the perfect stay. After booking your flight from CGN to SOF, have a look at our accommodation options including:

  • There are so many things to explore in this city it can be difficult to know where to begin. National Palace of Culture, Boyana Church and City Garden are major attractions which should feature on any well-planned Sofia itinerary.

Complete your Sofia trip with hotels and a car rental

  • You've booked a cheap ticket to Sofia Airport — next up is finding somewhere to stay, and maybe even your own set of wheels. We've compared prices across hundreds of companies to bring you the top hotels and car rental deals in Sofia.

Prices shown on this page are estimated lowest prices only. Found in the last 45 days.