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Cheapest return flight
£61
Typical prices: £120-£195
Ryanair
Wed 28/11Sun 2/12
SOF - ALC • Direct
Cheapest one-way flight
£32
Typical prices: £60-£137
Ryanair
Tue 30/1
SOF - ALC • Direct
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You can fly direct with Ryanair. Average duration is 3h 20m
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Cheapest • 51% price drop
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Top stopover airports
Cheapest • Avg £116 (return)
Shortest trip • 12h 54m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Sofia to Alicante (SOF-ALC)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Sofia to Alicante

Sat, 28 Nov - Wed, 2 Dec
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10:45 - 13:05SOF  Sofia-ALC Alicante
3h 20mdirect
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19:10 - 23:15ALC  Alicante-SOF Sofia
3h 05mdirect
£61Ryanair
Sat, 14 Nov - Fri, 20 Nov
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06:00 - 21:20SOF  Sofia-ALC Alicante
16h 20m1 stop Bristol
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06:25 - 21:35ALC  Alicante-SOF Sofia
14h 10m1 stop Bristol
£90Multiple Airlines
Sun, 13 Dec - Sat, 26 Dec
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20:35 - 12:05SOF  Sofia-ALC Alicante
16h 30m1 stop Birmingham
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06:15 - 10:20ALC  Alicante-SOF Sofia
3h 05mdirect
£94Ryanair
Sun, 13 Dec - Sat, 26 Dec
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06:00 - 16:50SOF  Sofia-ALC Alicante
11h 50m2 stops Bologna Guglielmo Marconi Catania Fontanarossa
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06:15 - 10:20ALC  Alicante-SOF Sofia
3h 05mdirect
£95Ryanair
Sat, 14 Nov - Fri, 20 Nov
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23:15 - 16:50SOF  Sofia-ALC Alicante
18h 35m2 stops Luqa Malta Intl Catania Fontanarossa
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06:25 - 21:35ALC  Alicante-SOF Sofia
14h 10m1 stop Bristol
£101Ryanair
Wed, 11 Nov - Tue, 17 Nov
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16:15 - 18:35SOF  Sofia-ALC Alicante
3h 20mdirect
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12:05 - 21:00ALC  Alicante-SOF Sofia
7h 55m1 stop Bristol
£104Ryanair
Sat, 14 Nov - Fri, 20 Nov
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10:45 - 13:05SOF  Sofia-ALC Alicante
3h 20mdirect
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06:25 - 21:35ALC  Alicante-SOF Sofia
14h 10m1 stop Bristol
£105Ryanair
Wed, 11 Nov - Tue, 17 Nov
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14:50 - 08:15SOF  Sofia-ALC Alicante
18h 25m2 stops Palermo Punta Raisi Venice Marco Polo
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12:05 - 21:00ALC  Alicante-SOF Sofia
7h 55m1 stop Bristol
£113Multiple Airlines
Sat, 14 Nov - Fri, 20 Nov
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23:15 - 16:50SOF  Sofia-ALC Alicante
18h 35m2 stops Luqa Malta Intl Catania Fontanarossa
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23:05 - 19:35ALC  Alicante-SOF Sofia
19h 30m2 stops London Stansted Frankfurt-Hahn
£116Ryanair
Wed, 11 Nov - Tue, 17 Nov
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20:15 - 13:10SOF  Sofia-ALC Alicante
17h 55m1 stop London Stansted
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12:05 - 21:00ALC  Alicante-SOF Sofia
7h 55m1 stop Bristol
£135Multiple Airlines
Booking Insights

Price, demand, and travel trends for Sofia to Alicante flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines, and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights with more confidence.

How much is a return flight from Sofia to Alicante?

Return flights from Sofia to Alicante typically range from £120 to £195. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was £61 on Ryanair.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Sofia to Alicante?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Sofia to Alicante. It’s 18% cheaper than the average day, while Thursday is the most expensive, with prices 86% higher.

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

•January is the cheapest month to fly from Sofia to Alicante at £72 return.
•July (£224) and June (£214) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 211% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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Expert advice for your flight from Sofia to Alicante

 
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Key details for Sofia to Alicante flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

£32
Beat the crowds with an average 80% drop in traveller numbers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 70% increase in traveller numbers.
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When to book flights from Sofia to Alicante

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Sofia to Alicante based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Sofia to Alicante flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking tips.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Sofia to Alicante?

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

    • Earliest: departs at 10:45 and lands at 14:05
    • Latest: departs at 17:25 and lands at 20:45.

    The flight takes about 3h 20m.

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Sofia to Alicante?

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

  • How long is a flight from Sofia to Alicante?

    A direct flight from Sofia to Alicante takes 3h 20m, covering 1,290 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Sofia to Alicante?

    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.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Sofia to Alicante flight?

    Return flights from Sofia to Alicante range from £120 to £195, with an average of £146 over the past 12 months. Anything below £120 counts as a good deal.

  • How much can I save by having a stopover when flying from Sofia to Alicante?

    On this route, stopover flights are cheaper than direct options on average. Stopover fares average £116 return via Bergamo Orio Al Serio (BGY), compared with £155 for direct.

  • What is the standard checked bag allowance on flights from Sofia to Alicante?

    There is no standard. Checked bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge £16–£59 for the first checked bag in Economy. Premium fares and elite status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Sofia to Alicante?

    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.

  • Have flight prices from Sofia to Alicante changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about £61 to £406. That means the highest observed fare was about 7x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Sofia to Alicante looking right now?

    One-way fares from Sofia to Alicante are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about £83, which is 12% below the typical average for this route.

  • Which car hire options are available at Alicante Airport (ALC)?

    Alicante Airport (ALC) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around £1 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Record go
    • Goldcar Rental SP
    • DRIVALIA
    • Wheego
    • Wiber

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Sofia to Alicante?

    Flights from Sofia to Alicante usually depart from Sofia (SOF) and arrive at Alicante (ALC).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Sofia to Alicante pass through?

    Connecting flights from Sofia to Alicante most commonly pass through:

    • Bergamo Orio Al Serio (BGY) – 94% of one-stop connections
    • Barcelona-El Prat (BCN) – 6% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Sofia to Alicante?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 56% on flights from Sofia to Alicante. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at £121 return on average, while Thursday is the most expensive at £271, a difference of £150.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • Which airlines fly from Sofia to Alicante?

    Only Ryanair operates flights between Sofia and Alicante.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from Sofia to Alicante?

    Flying via Bergamo Orio Al Serio (BGY) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 9h 43m, compared to 12h 54m via Barcelona-El Prat (BCN).

  • What is the time difference between Sofia and Alicante?

    Alicante is 1 hour behind Sofia (Central European Time vs Eastern European Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in Alicante?

    Some of the most popular sights in Alicante are Playa del Postiguet, El Mercado, and Plaza del Carmen. These are among the most viewed places in Alicante on KAYAK.

Your guide to booking Sofia to Alicante flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Wednesday departure and avoid flying on Thursday. On this route, Wednesday flights average £121, about £150 less than Thursday fares (55% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Sofia to Alicante trip for January. Fares historically average £72 return in that month – typically £152 less than the most expensive month, which is July (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Bergamo Orio Al Serio Airport (BGY) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest stopover option averages £116 return on this route – about £39 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Alicante Airport.

    • Hampton Inn Alicante, Spain

Prefer to fly direct from Sofia to Alicante?

 
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Direct departures

Sofia to Alicante

Monday

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Wednesday

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Ryanair

Saturday

Ryanair

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Direct returns

Alicante to Sofia

Monday

Ryanair

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Wednesday

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Saturday

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