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£72 Find Cheap Flights from London Heathrow Airport to Sofia

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Cheapest return fare
£118
Typical prices: £167-£127
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LHR - SOF • Direct
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Typical prices: £132-£166
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Wed 26/8
LHR - SOF • 1 stop
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Cheap Flights from Heathrow to Sofia (LHR-SOF)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for return flights from Heathrow to Sofia that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
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Recent return flight deals from Heathrow to Sofia

Sun, 22 Nov - Mon, 23 Nov
British Airways Logo
07:50 - 13:00
LHR
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SOF
3h 10mdirect
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17:25 - 18:55
SOF
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LHR
3h 30mdirect
£118British Airways
Sat, 7 Nov - Wed, 11 Nov
British Airways Logo
06:05 - 11:15
LHR
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SOF
3h 10mdirect
British Airways Logo
21:00 - 22:30
SOF
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LHR
3h 30mdirect
£120British Airways
Mon, 30 Nov - Mon, 14 Dec
British Airways Logo
11:10 - 16:20
LHR
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SOF
3h 10mdirect
British Airways Logo
17:25 - 18:55
SOF
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LHR
3h 30mdirect
£122British Airways
Tue, 6 Oct - Fri, 9 Oct
LOT Logo
06:30 - 18:00
LHR
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SOF
9h 30m
1 stop
LOT Logo
14:35 - 22:00
SOF
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LHR
9h 25m
1 stop
£128LOT
Sun, 15 Nov - Sat, 21 Nov
British Airways Logo
07:50 - 13:00
LHR
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SOF
3h 10mdirect
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12:05 - 13:50
SOF
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LHR
3h 45mdirect
£130British Airways
Fri, 2 Oct - Mon, 5 Oct
LOT Logo
10:20 - 18:00
LHR
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SOF
5h 40m
1 stop
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05:25 - 09:20
SOF
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LHR
5h 55m
1 stop
£136LOT
Tue, 6 Oct - Fri, 9 Oct
LOT Logo
06:30 - 13:50
LHR
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SOF
5h 20m
1 stop
LOT Logo
05:25 - 22:00
SOF
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LHR
18h 35m
1 stop
£138LOT
Fri, 25 Sep - Sat, 3 Oct
LOT Logo
06:30 - 13:50
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SOF
5h 20m
1 stop
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05:25 - 09:20
SOF
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LHR
5h 55m
1 stop
£139LOT
Fri, 25 Sep - Sat, 3 Oct
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06:30 - 13:50
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SOF
5h 20m
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05:25 - 17:10
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13h 45m
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£140LOT
Fri, 2 Oct - Mon, 5 Oct
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08:10 - 13:25
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SOF
3h 15mdirect
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20:10 - 21:30
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LHR
3h 20mdirect
£142British Airways
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KAYAK’s insights & trends for Heathrow to Sofia flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Heathrow to Sofia to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

How much is a return flight from London Heathrow Airport to Sofia?

This analysis is based on the cheapest return trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from London Heathrow Airport to Sofia departing in November.

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from London Heathrow Airport to Sofia?

The average price of all round-trip flights from London Heathrow Airport to Sofia clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.

Your flight ticket price will generally be cheaper if you fly to Sofia on a Wednesday and more expensive on a Sunday. On your return trip to London Heathrow Airport, you should consider flying back on a Wednesday, and avoid Fridays for better deals.

What is the cheapest month to fly from London Heathrow Airport to Sofia?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from London Heathrow Airport to Sofia, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from London Heathrow Airport to Sofia is January, where tickets cost £131 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and July, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is £284 and £263 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a stopover from London Heathrow Airport to Sofia?

The average return price for all direct flights, flights with one stopover, and flights with two stopovers for the route found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.

Yes, flying with a stopover may cost you more time, but you can also save money on the route, with a 1 stop stopover the cheapest option at £217 on average.

How far in advance should I book a flight from London Heathrow Airport to Sofia?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from London Heathrow Airport to Sofia, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from London Heathrow Airport to Sofia, you should book around 1 week before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 18 weeks before departure.

Good to know - Cheap tickets from London Heathrow Airport to Sofia

Low seasonOctober
Cheapest flight£72
Best time to beat the crowds (4% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly (23% more expensive on average)
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When to book flights from Heathrow to Sofia

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Heathrow to Sofia based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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FAQs for booking London Heathrow Airport to Sofia flights

  • What are the common stopover routes between London Heathrow and Sofia?

    When flying from London Heathrow to Sofia, popular stopover routes include flights via Frankfurt am Main (FRA), Munich Airport (MUC), and Athens International Airport (ATH). The majority of flights are direct routes between the cities, but Aegean Airlines, Turkish Airlines, and Lufthansa are a few airlines offering flights with stopovers in these cities.

  • Which airlines provide Business Class tickets between London Heathrow and Sofia?

    Passengers seeking Business Class travel options between London Heathrow and Sofia can consider airlines like British Airways, Turkish Airlines, and Austrian Airlines. These carriers offer comfortable Business Class services with spacious seating, priority boarding, and enhanced in-flight dining experiences.

  • What is the baggage policy on flights from London Heathrow to Sofia?

    When flying from London Heathrow to Sofia, familiarise yourself with the baggage policies of the airlines operating on this route. British Airways, Iberia Airlines, and KLM allow passengers to bring a cabin bag and checked luggage. The standard limits are 8 kg cabin luggage and checked luggage weighing 23 kg. Low-cost airlines generally don't include a baggage allowance.

  • Are there any eco-friendly airlines operating flights between London Heathrow and Sofia?

    Several airlines prioritise eco-friendly practices on flights between London Heathrow and Sofia. Lufthansa is committed to reducing carbon emissions and has implemented sustainability initiatives. Lufthansa offers the most eco-friendly flights, with trips via Frankfurt am Main (FRA) with 73% fewer Co2 emissions. Flights via Munich have closer to 70% less Co2.

  • What is the cheapest flight from London Heathrow Airport to Sofia?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from London Heathrow Airport to Sofia was £72 for a one-way ticket and £118 for a return.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from London Heathrow Airport to Sofia?

    The Airbus A320-100/200 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the London Heathrow Airport to Sofia flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from London Heathrow Airport to Sofia?

    oneworld, and Star Alliance are the airline alliances operating flights between London Heathrow Airport and Sofia, with oneworld being the most commonly used for this route.

  • On which days can I fly direct from London Heathrow Airport to Sofia?

    You can catch a direct flight from London Heathrow Airport to Sofia on Monday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from London to Sofia, Bulgaria Air or Austrian Airlines?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from London to Sofia are Bulgaria Air and Austrian Airlines. With an average price for the route of £239 and an overall rating of 8.4, Bulgaria Air is the most popular choice. Austrian Airlines is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of £189 and an overall rating of 7.6.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from London Heathrow Airport to Sofia?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from London Heathrow Airport to Sofia.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from London Heathrow Airport to Sofia?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Sofia from London Heathrow Airport is likely to change within 7 days, so travellers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from London Heathrow Airport to Sofia?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional return ticket. You could then fly to Sofia with an airline and back to London Heathrow Airport with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from London Heathrow Airport to Sofia?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Sofia from London Heathrow Airport up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from London Heathrow Airport to Sofia

  • Looking for a cheap flight from Sofia to London Heathrow Airport? 25% of our users found flights on this route for £118 or less one-way and £175 or less round-trip.
  • When arriving at Sofia Airport (SOF) to visit the city, take advantage of the airport's free guided tours. These tours provide a wonderful opportunity to explore the airport's facilities, learn about its history, and experience Bulgarian culture. It's a unique way to make the most of your time at the airport and discover more about Sofia before even leaving the premises.
  • When booking self-transfer flights from London Heathrow (LHR) to Sofia, like British Airways and Wizz Air trips via Basel EuroAirport Swiss, consider the stopover duration. Ensure you have sufficient time to collect your luggage, go through customs, and check in again for the connecting flight. Familiarise yourself with the airport layout, follow clear signage, and allow ample time for your transfer.
  • Passengers can access British Airways accessibility services by contacting the British Airways Special Assistance team prior to their journey. The team can be reached through the dedicated helpline or by requesting assistance during the booking process. British Airways ensures a comfortable travel experience with services such as wheelchair assistance, priority boarding, and dedicated support for passengers with specific needs.
  • When travelling with checked luggage to Sofia, it is recommended to choose reputable airlines like Lufthansa or British Airways. Lufthansa offers affordable flights via Frankfurt am Main (FRA) with a generous baggage allowance of 8 kg cabin luggage and 23 kg checked luggage. Opting for major airlines ensures a smooth and reliable travel experience with ample luggage capacity.
  • For business travellers or passengers needing in-flight connectivity from London Heathrow to Sofia, several airlines offer Wi-Fi services. British Airways provides reliable in-flight Wi-Fi on their flights, keeping you connected throughout the journey. Aegean Airlines also offers onboard Wi-Fi services, ensuring you can stay productive and connected during the flight. Check with the respective airlines for more details on Wi-Fi availability and pricing options.

Prefer to fly direct from London Heathrow Airport to Sofia?

 
Direct data is based off flight results for the next 60 days. Find direct flights from all airlines flying direct from London Heathrow to Sofia.
Find which airlines fly direct from London Heathrow Airport to Sofia Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

London Heathrow to Sofia

Monday

British Airways,Bulgaria Air

British Airways,Bulgaria Air

Wednesday

British Airways,Bulgaria Air

British Airways,Bulgaria Air

Friday

British Airways,Bulgaria Air

British Airways,Bulgaria Air

Saturday

Bulgaria Air

Bulgaria Air

Sunday

British Airways,Bulgaria Air

British Airways,Bulgaria Air

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Direct returns

Sofia to London Heathrow

Monday

British Airways,Bulgaria Air

British Airways,Bulgaria Air

Wednesday

British Airways,Bulgaria Air

British Airways,Bulgaria Air

Friday

British Airways,Bulgaria Air

British Airways,Bulgaria Air

Saturday

Bulgaria Air

Bulgaria Air

Sunday

British Airways,Bulgaria Air

British Airways,Bulgaria Air

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Reviews of the top 5 airlines flying from Heathrow to Sofia

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from London to Sofia. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from Heathrow to Sofia? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
8.4
Bulgaria AirOverall score based on 60 reviews
8.4Boarding
8.7Crew
7.2Entertainment
7.8Food
8.1Comfort
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Bulgaria Air should stop using buses for boarding if possible. It is very inconvenient and delays the departure

8.0 ExcellentNikola, Jun 2025
SOF - AMS
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Bulgaria Air should stop using buses for boarding if possible. It is very inconvenient and delays the departure

Easy check in. Hot snack with wine if desired. Then chocolate, tea or coffee. Altogether excellent.

Seats are quite small, but due to the plane being empty we were aloud to switch seats to have more room

The water was handed out as we were entering the plane, instead of when we are set down and our hands are free of luggage. There was absolutely no food offered from Sofia to London, except a low quality chocolate, which was not delicious. The flight between London and Miami was ok, as far as service and food, but it was absolutely freezing, throughout the whole aircraft, especially in the back seats, I had to cover my head with a scarf, besides using the blanket and still I was feeling extremely uncomfortable. The passengers seating around me shared the same opinion. We did ask for something to be done about it. The gentleman did try to adjust it, but the effect last very short time, and towards the end of the flight it was extremely cold and blowing strong again ….

OK, would prefer some meat for dinner, not just pasta although was tasty. There was only one dish, no choices

Boarding by bus - this is 2026! Luggage did not board the plane though we had over two hours between flights. After it was located it didn’t fly immediately but waited one or two flights until boarding to fly yo Belgrade.

Accommodate the passangers at the gates. They only allow groups 1-3 to sit near/at the gate. We had to wait 3 HRs an had to look for a seat far away from the gate. Other than that was like other Airports.

It was a great experience. The aircraft is a bit dated but other than that it was great.

Last few years I didn't not have great experience with United Airlines.

We were delayed three hours from Montenegro to Vienna on our outbound flight and then rebooked an extra leg on our trip to the US. Our bags, which Austrian made us check in in Montenegro even though the flight was barely half full, didn't find us for ten days. Then, when we asked for compensation for the delay we were given the runaround that the flight originated outside of the EU. Next time we fly Turkish Air.

My Austrian Air flight from Montenegro to Vienna was delayed by three hours because their plane de-icer was broken and they had to wait for the sun to come up before the ice could melt. This meant we missed our United flight altogether. So I can't speak about United, but I was not impressed by Austrian Air. They made us check in two carry on bags for a 60% full flight, and the bags didn't find us in the US for ten days. The re-routing they arranged included an extra leg, a midnight taxi ride across New Jersey and New York, and a five hour sleep in a hotel. Not impressed.

Most of the crew members were rude, flight arrived late and we missed our connecting flight, they damaged my friends suitcase so badly that two wheels had been destroyed.

I did wish they would give us the entire little bottle Bailey's instead of just have 1/2 bottle at a time

The flight was delayed for 30 minutes with no apparent reason. There is no entertainment at all, and no USB or electric outlets for charging your phone or tablet.

Issue with boarding, group of passengers on a religious trip coming back to NYC kept trying to change seats, even standing when the plane was pushing back. Crew/Pilot kept very good composure, some passengers got aggravated and started venting out loud but this group created a serious security risk. Crew/Pilot should've been more stringent and called in security or remove them from the flight.

Amazing crew, delicious food and drink selection. 12hr felt more like a 4hrs. Comfortable beds. Can’t wait for the new business class cabin

Flying business class saves you. Once you get out of the terminal and onto the plane, it’s fine. The traffic at the gate is a horror. No organization at all. The fact that Business class is promised early boarding is a myth.

Every time I fly LOT, I swear I will never do it again. And changing planes in Warsaw is a horror. Not even remotely organized. I can only feel sorry for the staff who have to put up with it.

I have flown over 2million miles. Great flight but bizarre boarding process. They must have paged half the passengers to the desk for documentation check before boarding anyone. Overall great value.

The seat was paid for but given for some different person .

Stuck on a plane for 6 hours due to a technical or mechanical issue.

Horrible communication, flight boarded then we sat on plane for almost 5 hours as the runway was barely covered in snow with no plows in sight and the as we tried to taxi there was a major equipment failure due to poor push off technique causing all passengers to be taken off the flight to ultimately have the flight cancelled. There was barely any communication to passengers as to what was happening or what to do next to get placed on another flight. Arriving to my final destination a whole day later having to take a connecting flight through Lisbon to ultimately end up in New York instead of a direct flight as none available for the next day. Never flying LOT airlines again!

Boarding was a madhouse. Airport staff was completely disinterested in communicating about the delays. Never again.

The seats are very narrow. Communication regarding bids for better seating could be better

Good food, overall very comfy. The flight was full so obviously not optimal, but it is what it is.

The flight attendants were wonderful - one man put my carry on in the bin for me. Very attentive service. Loved the blanket and pillow waiting for me in economy. Food was excellent which is a surprise given the reputation of any airline food. Wine was fine with the meals. Delighted with the new movies - flight went by very quickly. I would definitely fly Lufthansa again.

Even though I flew in business cabin I was not given any refreshment even though those next me were served

Flight map did not work. Crew was great, food was good, plane took off on time and landed early. That's all I can ask.

Bumpy ride, not Lufthansa‘s fault. Crew managed a situation over a back rest to far down well. It was two iles behind me. The person putting the seat down, against the other person’s knees, was quite rude and belligerent and needed to be told in a no nonsense matter to stopp. Male flight attendant did good job.

Paid for exit row at the back of the plane. Window seat with lots of leg space. Food was inedible (as usual). Brought my own.

Efficiency of staff, and comfort and cleanliness of aircraft was all great. Maybe a hot drink without payment at that time in the morning would be good!

The plane was late (as was my flight out from Birmingham the day before)

The flight was delayed by an hour. Made the connection uncomfortably tight.

When we went to the lounge they told us to go into the main lounge and not the full business class section, later they told me that Lufthansa wont pay the full fee to alloq the business class passengers entry to the nicer sectikn where all the other airlines nusiness class passengers go into. Very poor arrangement.

The plane was a long way from departure lounge. The plane looked tired but got us there.

Lovely big plane. Excellent take off and landing. Cabin crew were so nice. Flight in time no delays

Because our ABZ-LHR flight was cancelled by BA for reasons they refuse to tell us--not weather--we did not make this flight and were booked on the following day. BA offered no assistance to us on the phone or in the airport, and we had to find a hotel at Heathrow on our own.

Horrible - flight was delayed by 6 hours - we boarded, were made to de-board due some technical fault; aircraft changed; special meals request on new flight - all went awry. Landed in Dulles airport; breezed thru immigration; as Business Class passengers or baggage was delivered almost 90 minutes after landing; air tags indicated the bags were just near the carousel but the unhelpful BA staff - Maria and Ghina refused to give any update - palming it off on some imaginary invisible “manager” despite air tags evidence showing it right there. So about 50-60 passengers waiting and getting infuriatingly impatient for their bags coz one container was not delivered. Finally after much argument by some other passengers Maria condescended to go to the “ramp” and within 5 minutes the baggage was delivered miraculously. Question is why couldn’t she have done it one hour earlier ? Poor poor experience once again on Business Class BA.

Poor service, antiquated plane with 2-3-2. B-class config upstairs. Tight and not comfortable—not what I expected for paying B-class! AND my bag didn’t make the transfer, bag will be delivered the day after it lands!

Cheap Flight Fares would not provide booking info. I canceled the reservation and we arbitrated with American Express. They provided erroneous info to Amex and it was determined that C.F.F. deserved the price of the ticket. Worse experience I've ever had.

Seating space is appalling. Seats and all surrounding area in "Economy" is built for individuals shorter than 4' 10" and below 120 lbs. Ridiculous. While I'm not expecting fine dining, the food was the worst airplane food that I can recall.

Business class lounge for my gate was closed and no email was sent, causing me to walk back and forth to different gates, etc for over 20 minutes one way. Flight entertainment was mediocre with very poor choices especially for business class cabin. Original flight was cancelled and rebooking was difficult and no reason given for cancellation.

Very comfortable flight and simple and directed one way and back. Amazing price.

We loved our flight attendant, Emma from Scotland, the meal and entertainment offerings were wonderful, the flight was smooth, and enough leg room to stretch. We would fly with you again!

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