Cheap Flights from Sofia to London Stansted

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Find the cheapest month to fly from Sofia to London Stansted

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

Direct flights from Sofia to London Stansted

Sofia to London Stansted: Alternative routes

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

Sofia to London: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found36 €
Cheapest month to flyMay
Average flight time3 hrs, 20 mins
Most popular airlineRyanair
Average flights per week29

Finding cheap flights from Sofia to London Stansted: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Sofia to London Stansted is 36 €. 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 Sofia to London Stansted.
Ryanair and Buzz fly direct from Sofia to London Stansted.
As of April 2025, there are 29 flights per week flying from Sofia to London Stansted.
The cheapest month to fly from Sofia to London Stansted is usually April 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Sofia Airport to London Stansted Airport on Thursday, 15 May 2025.
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 London Stansted 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 London is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Ryanair offers the cheapest flight tickets to London Stansted.

Flying from Sofia Airport (SOF) to Stansted Airport (STN): what you need to know

  • The average length of a direct flight from Sofia Airport to Stansted Airport is 3 hours 20 minutes.

  • London's timezone is UTC+0, which makes London two hours behind Sofia.

  • Take your pick of 52 weekly Sofia Airport to Stansted Airport flights. The 05:45 departure with Ryanair is the earliest flight you can take. Ryanair operates the last service of the day at 23:35.

  • Your SOF to STN flight won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.

  • Be prepared for longer lines during popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.

  • Travelling to London (and then seeing more of United Kingdom!) is a cinch with Ryanair. This popular carrier has direct flights from Sofia Airport to Stansted Airport.

  • Ryanair is the airline most travellers choose for this route.

  • Among carriers operating SOF to STN flights, Ryanair has the best record for on-time arrivals.

  • We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Sofia Airport to Stansted Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Some great stopovers between SOF and STN include:

    • Eindhoven Airport

    • Baden-Airpark Airport

    • Frankfurt - Hahn Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Sofia Airport (SOF) to Stansted Airport (STN)

  • 15 € is currently the best price for a one-way Sofia Airport to Stansted Airport flight. A return flight starts at 36 €. These fares can change depending on demand and availability.

  • To secure cheap tickets from SOF to STN, reserve your trip six months ahead of your departure.

  • May is the cheapest month for flights from Sofia Airport to Stansted Airport. If you'd like to fly during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares for each month.

  • Landing cheap flights from SOF to STN is a breeze with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know when a lower fare pops up.

  • Discover the perfect flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Sofia Airport to Stansted Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by departure and arrival times, airline, and journey duration.

Handy information about Sofia Airport (SOF)

  • Of all flights leaving Sofia Airport, 66.73% land on time at their destination.

  • To get to Sofia Airport from central Sofia, it takes around 15 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 11 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.

  • Expect a trip time of roughly 35 minutes when using public transport.

  • Get your journey off to a hassle-free start by staying near SOF. Whether you're catching an early flight from Sofia Airport to Stansted Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays have you covered:

Arriving at Stansted Airport (STN)

Getting from Stansted Airport (STN) to central London

  • Stansted Airport to central London has a drive time of around 1 hour. It's approximately 64 kilometres away.

  • If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey of about 1 hour 25 minutes.

When to fly to Stansted Airport (STN)

  • It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from Sofia Airport to Stansted Airport. August is the most popular month to head to London. If you're after a quieter vibe, go in April.

  • Before locking in your flight from Sofia Airport to Stansted Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in London, with the temperature ranging from 11ºC (52ºF) to 26ºC (79ºF).

  • January sees average temperatures of between 0ºC (32ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF). Look for cheap tickets from SOF to STN sometime around then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.

Explore more of United Kingdom

  • You've visited London, now it's time to discover other parts of United Kingdom. Journey around 161 kilometres north-west to Birmingham to tick off its top attractions. From Cadbury World to The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre, your itinerary will be busy.

  • If you're eager to discover another major destination in United Kingdom, head for Bristol, roughly 177 kilometres west of London. Clifton Suspension Bridge, Cabot Tower and Brandon Hill Nature Park are key highlights.

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