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These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Bristol to Sofia:

• Earliest: departs at 06:05 and lands at 09:15
• Latest: departs at 17:20 and lands at 20:30.

The flight takes about 3h 10m.

Only Economy class is available on flights from Bristol to Sofia.

A direct flight from Bristol to Sofia takes 3h 10m, covering 1,358 miles.

Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

Return flights from Bristol to Sofia range from £76 to £227, with an average of £132 over the past 12 months. Anything below £76 counts as a good deal.

Last-minute fares on this route (booked within 2 weeks of departure) run 20% below the route average of £132. Booking late can sometimes save money on this route, but inventory is limited.

On this route, direct flights are cheaper than stopover options on average. Direct fares average £111 return, compared with £388 via a stopover through Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS).

There is no standard. Checked bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge £27–£75 for the first checked bag in Economy. Premium fares and elite status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

The Boeing 737 MAX 8 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Ryanair. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 737-800 Passenger/BBJ2 (winglets) variants.

One-way fares from Bristol to Sofia are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about £22, which is 35% below the typical average for this route.

Sofia Airport (SOF) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around £1 for economy cars. Top options include:
• MEXRENTACAR
• Easyrent
• Top Rent a Car - Bulgaria
• NU Car
• Priceless

Flights from Bristol to Sofia usually depart from Bristol (BRS) and arrive at Sofia (SOF).

Most connecting flights from Bristol to Sofia pass through Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS), which handles 100% of one-stop traffic on this route. Other stopover airports each see under 5%.

Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 57% on the Bristol to Sofia route. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at £79 return on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at £183, a difference of £103. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

Only Ryanair operates flights between Bristol and Sofia.

Sofia is 2 hours ahead of Bristol (Eastern European Time vs British Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Some of the most popular sights in Sofia are St. Nedelya Church, Central Sofia Market Hall, and Banya Bashi Mosque. These are among the most viewed places in Sofia on KAYAK.

Among airlines operating Bristol to Sofia flights:

• Ryanair: offers free seat selection

Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

• Ryanair: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class

Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route, and airline, so travellers should check the fare details before booking.