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£40 Find Cheap Flights from Manchester to Sofia

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These are the airlines KAYAK users have selected most often from within our search results in flight searches from Manchester to Sofia, as well as popular online travel agencies
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Cheapest return fare
£78
Typical prices: £327-£226
Ryanair
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MAN - SOF • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flight
£40
Typical prices: £55-£122
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Mon 14/9
MAN - SOF • 1 stop
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Cheapest • Avg £125 (return)
Shortest trip • 5h 44m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Manchester to Sofia (MAN-SOF)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for return flights from Manchester 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 Manchester to Sofia

Wed, 1 Jul - Wed, 8 Jul
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06:30 - 12:30
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8h 00m
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£78Multiple Airlines
Thu, 9 Jul - Thu, 16 Jul
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17:05 - 10:30
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15h 25m
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06:30 - 14:15
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9h 45m
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£79Multiple Airlines
Sat, 11 Jul - Mon, 20 Jul
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15h 10m
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18:55 - 00:55
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8h 00m
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£80Multiple Airlines
Sun, 12 Jul - Thu, 16 Jul
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14h 05m
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06:30 - 14:15
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9h 45m
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£83Multiple Airlines
Mon, 3 Aug - Wed, 5 Aug
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SOF
13h 05m
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06:30 - 12:30
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8h 00m
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£85Multiple Airlines
Wed, 8 Jul - Wed, 15 Jul
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20:10 - 09:15
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11h 05m
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06:30 - 19:45
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15h 15m
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£85Multiple Airlines
Wed, 8 Jul - Mon, 13 Jul
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SOF
13h 25m
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05:45 - 10:05
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MAN
6h 20m
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£86Multiple Airlines
Thu, 2 Jul - Mon, 6 Jul
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15h 25m
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18:55 - 00:55
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£90Multiple Airlines
Wed, 8 Jul - Sat, 18 Jul
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£91Ryanair
Wed, 8 Jul - Mon, 13 Jul
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20h 45m
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6h 20m
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£92Multiple Airlines
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KAYAK’s insights & trends for Manchester to Sofia flights

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

How much is a return flight from Manchester 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 Manchester to Sofia departing in July.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Manchester to Sofia?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Manchester 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 Manchester to Sofia is February, where tickets cost £166 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and August, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is £279 and £277 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a stopover from Manchester 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 £197 on average.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Manchester 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 Manchester 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 Manchester to Sofia, you should book around 3 weeks before departure, which saves you about 12% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 20 weeks before departure.

Good to know - Cheap tickets from Manchester to Sofia

Low seasonNovember
Cheapest flight£40
Best time to beat the crowds (13% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly (19% more expensive on average)
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When to book flights from Manchester to Sofia

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Manchester to Sofia based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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KAYAK looks at all historical flight data for each date to provide a predicted price for one-way trips or returns with a duration up to 40 days. While we try to provide actual minimum prices for each date, some prices are predictions and actual prices may differ.

FAQs for booking flights from Manchester to Sofia

  • How much cabin luggage can I bring on my flight from Manchester to Sofia?

    Most airlines allow you to bring 7 kg of cabin luggage if you're flying economy from Manchester to Sofia. easyJet allows you to bring up to 15 kg, but it does need to be small enough to fit under your seat. This could be useful for people bringing multiple electronics like laptops and cameras.

  • Where do flights from Manchester to Sofia stop?

    Ryanair flights from Manchester to Sofia often stop in Bologna. Lufthansa usually uses Frankfurt am Main (FRA) as their stopover airport. Sometimes they'll use Munich Airport (MUC) instead. British Airways uses London Heathrow Airport (LHR). KLM and Bulgaria Air partner on a route that stops at Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS). Austrian Airlines offer flights with two stops, one in Frankfurt and one in Vienna.

  • Will I need to self-transfer on flights from Manchester to Sofia?

    If you're flying with a budget airline like easyJet or Ryanair, you may need to self-transfer on your connection between Manchester and Sofia. Check how long your stopover is and make sure you leave at least 3 hours between your flights. Allow additional time if you have checked luggage that needs to be retrieved before checking back in.

  • When can I check in online before my flight from Manchester to Sofia?

    easyJet sometimes allows you to check in as early as 30 days before your flight. It usually closes 2 hours before departure. British Airways opens online check-in 24 hours before your scheduled departure and closes it 1 hour before. Even if you plan to use your phone, print out your boarding pass as a backup. Note that if you use your phone for easyJet, you'll need to use their app.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Manchester to Sofia?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Manchester to Sofia was £40 for a one-way ticket and £78 for a return.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Manchester to Sofia?

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

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Manchester to Sofia?

    Star Alliance is the only airline alliance operating flights between Manchester and Sofia.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Manchester to Sofia, Ryanair or easyJet?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Manchester to Sofia are Ryanair and easyJet. With an average price for the route of £156 and an overall rating of 6.9, Ryanair is the most popular choice. easyJet is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of £120 and an overall rating of 6.9.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Manchester 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 Manchester to Sofia.

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

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

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Manchester 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 Manchester with another airline.

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

  • On easyJet flights, you'll need to pay extra for checked luggage. You can choose between 15 kg, 23 kg and 32 kg. British Airways includes one 23 kg bag on their Standard Economy fare, but you'll need to pay extra if you book their Economy Basic ticket.
  • One of the quickest, most affordable ways to get into the city centre from Sofia Airport (SOF) is the metro. You can take the M2 line from Sofia Airport Metro Station, close to Terminal 2. There are frequent departures and the trip usually takes just under half an hour.
  • You can often find cheaper flights by booking a route that includes an airport transfer. For example, easyJet and Wizz partner for a flight with a stopover in Milan. You'll need to transfer from Malpensa Airport (MXP) to Bergamo Airport (BGY). There is a direct bus between the two airports.
  • If you think you'll need extra assistance, such as mobility equipment, on your trip from Manchester to Sofia, contact your airline at least 48 hours in advance. If you're travelling with multiple airlines, you may need to book this with both.
  • Lufthansa and British Airways are two of the most common major airlines offering flights to Sofia with just one stopover. These flights are usually fully connected and you'll often get more luggage allowance and food than on budget airlines.

Reviews of the top 4 airlines flying from Manchester to Sofia

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Manchester 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.
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6.9
RyanairOverall score based on 5396 reviews
6.5Comfort
6.0Food
7.5Crew
5.6Entertainment
6.7Boarding
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Enough seat availability for us to move a little and so sit together - but the flight was half an hour late

8.0 Excellentsteve, May 2026
BRS - ALC
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Enough seat availability for us to move a little and so sit together - but the flight was half an hour late

On time departure; arrived early into Faro. Air Malta operating flight, crew friendly and efficient.

I didn't eat any food so can't comment on that. The prices on the plane are extortionate (as are all prices on planes). Everything else was seemless and a great experience

I need assistance and I could not fault it at all. I suffer anxiety and I was always put at ease by assistance staff, and the banter was good. On board the staff was so very nice and kind and showed empathy. Thank you to them. It was my first time travelling since I lost my husband and was so grateful to them.

Great flight just took some time to board even when lining up early for the flight, even taking off took longer then expected.

Nothing unexpected considering it is a Ryanair flight. It does the job. Nothing above, at all.

Take off was great but landing is always with a bump.

Flight was delayed by 1 hour 45 minutes. Aircraft was cramped, dirty and uncomfortable. Boarding staff more interested in charging you for oversize baggage than getting you on board. Overall not a pleasant experience.

A delay of almost 3 hours. It was evident that the staff wanted us to board urgently, to the point of rudeness, to avoid paying compensation

They boarded us but somehow did not manage to record us boarding, so rather than check if we were onboard they removed our bags from the aircraft. I got a call from Ryanair staff in Dublin when I landed in Madiera asking me where I was!!! When I said I was in Madiera I was told what had happened. Our bags were to be sent to Madiera the next day via Manchester, they didn’t arrive. They are now due to arrive two days before we leave. I don’t see myself using Ryanair again unless I am forced to and even then I may just refuse.

Whole way through - far more professional and slick than I expected

Good news was that Bag Check was open two and a half hours before the flight, which is essential with the chaotic immigration process. Flight was okay, but sitting at the back of the aircraft, 3 overhead bins on both sides were filled with crew bags and other misc items, so we couldn't put our cabin bags anywhere near us. To add insult, twice the crew managed to drop items that they were taking out of the overhead bins onto my wife's head, who was sitting in an aisle seat.

It was good; the only down side is that once you get to the airport everything is self service, there is no one assisting. I felt like I was working while I was on vacation during the check in process and dropping off the luggage. Really uncertain on what the airlines use payroll nowadays.

We were bumped despite seats existing on flight While checkin attendants were helpful Easyjet management was not. Only after threats were we allowed on plane at last minute. The online help desk was useless and waste of time (over an hour of useless chats)

It was good except they could offer free water and tea/coffe

Sitting on the last row in between the aisle and a massive person, all people going to the bathroom bumped into me including the flight attendants.

Sat at rear of aircraft and was very cold. As a frequent flyer for many years, this is was the coldest I have ever been. Other passengers and some crew were complaining how cold it was. Sitting near the doors always risks being colder, just the way the aircraft works - but this was exceptional, bring a good jumper. Everything else was pretty standard easyJet - good value low cost carrier.

The best budget airline in Europe. Flight was on time, crew friendly and worked hard during flight and were able to meet our needs. Only downside (not the airline's fault), there were no rear steps.

It was transportation nothing more. I will give a positive rating over Ryanair. We missed our Ryanair flight the night before and received rude and unconcerned treatment from the Ryanair customer service. It was late. We were very tired and stressed after doing our best to get to the airport. The so called customer service ladies were completely unconcerned from the start. Aside from that, the flight to London seemed to be their opportunity for advertising. No time to relax as attendants were constantly in the aisle selling. I will never fly Ryanair again!!

Boarding and disembarking were smooth. Not offering free water was cheap ... I've never encountered that before on a flight.

I loved the blankets and the meals and drinks and snacks !

Excellent service; they helped me reschedule so I can fly in an earlier flight

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.

Some of the crew was sassy and not super helpful. The food was okay, but it seems like they were all unprepared compared to my flight I did from JFK to Frankfurt

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.

United lost my travel information and canceled my original flight. I had a seat assignment but was refused the booking. I had to prove that I went to Germany on United Very concerned about security that no one recorded my passport from Cleveland to NY and NY to Frankfurt I arrived at home at 12:30am on Saturday instead of 8pm I expect a full refund from United Please provide information to assure compensation

Lufthansa is turning into a budget airline. On transfers, the luggage never arrives if you have less than 2 hours for the transfer. This is happened to me multiple times when I end up on flights serviced by Lufthansa. The first leg of the flight was serviced by Discover Airlines. It was a 3-hour flight and they only offer a glass of water. Everything else is for purchase. I purchased my ticket as economy which should have included a bag but it ended up booking as economy light so I had to pay for a bag in each direction.

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)

Flights were delayed but very last minute, also seats felt very squished on the second flight. Crew was very friendly and airplane was clean.

Missed slot to leave so we were on the plane for an extra hour. The seats were really uncomfortable and the food was poor. The experience makes me think twice about flying as I suspect they are all similar.

Fine, charter flights. Plane full, and staff nice and friendly. No option for free food or drink. Entertainment through paid app.

The 737-8 is too small for the length of flight especially if there are any delays

The flight was delayed over 2 hours, we should off left the plane2 late passengers as it’s not fair on everyone who’s followed the rules.

Dreamliner. Yes great if maintained. I didn't see anyones screen work consistently during either of our flights. Worse was their ability to not only dump you out of premium but separate couples and seat someone's carer at the opposite end of the aircraft. This poor gentleman had no hand so his partner who assists him, being seated at the other end of the aircraft, well that really showed us all what Tui think :( It was fairly dire all in all, they advertise all the perks of the dreamliner only in reality you don't have the features and they change the windows and colours to suit their constant sales pitches. Ironically they were so low on stock for the return flight that all their sales pitches were a waste of time! Their contract only favours them and 'operational changes' well they cover every excuse and Tui use it. Surprisingly we haven't reinstalled the Tui app or booked with them since. It's a shame as I rated them highly during the pandemic.

One flight attendant not wearing a mask over nose, 50% of passengers not either, and no effort to correct. Boarding was very late with no information - lots of standing around waiting.

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