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Cheapest return flight
£166
Typical prices: £57-£112
Ryanair
Thu 27/12Wed 3/1
SOF - CTA • Direct
Cheapest direct flights
£198
Typical prices: £50-£103
Ryanair
Thu 27/12Wed 3/1
SOF - CTA • Direct
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Cheapest • 46% price drop
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Cheapest • Avg £181 (return)
Shortest trip • 4h 59m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Sofia to Catania (SOF-CTA)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Sofia to Catania

Sun, 27 Dec - Sun, 3 Jan
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15:10 - 16:00SOF  Sofia-CTA Catania Fontanarossa
1h 50mdirect
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21:45 - 23:55CTA  Catania Fontanarossa-SOF Sofia
25h 10m1 stop Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
£166Ryanair
Sun, 27 Dec - Sun, 3 Jan
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15:10 - 16:00SOF  Sofia-CTA Catania Fontanarossa
1h 50mdirect
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16:25 - 19:10CTA  Catania Fontanarossa-SOF Sofia
1h 45mdirect
£198Ryanair
Sun, 27 Dec - Sun, 3 Jan
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22:35 - 10:45SOF  Sofia-CTA Catania Fontanarossa
13h 10m2 stops Cologne Köln/Bonn Bergamo Orio Al Serio
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08:35 - 15:55CTA  Catania Fontanarossa-SOF Sofia
6h 20m1 stop Naples
£213Multiple Airlines
Fri, 11 Dec - Sun, 13 Dec
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06:00 - 17:35SOF  Sofia-CTA Catania Fontanarossa
12h 35m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss
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10:20 - 19:40CTA  Catania Fontanarossa-SOF Sofia
8h 20m1 stop Rome Fiumicino
£215Multiple Airlines
Fri, 11 Dec - Sun, 13 Dec
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06:00 - 17:35SOF  Sofia-CTA Catania Fontanarossa
12h 35m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss
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10:20 - 19:40CTA  Catania Fontanarossa-SOF Sofia
8h 20m1 stop Rome Fiumicino
£216Multiple Airlines
Fri, 11 Dec - Sun, 13 Dec
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06:00 - 17:35SOF  Sofia-CTA Catania Fontanarossa
12h 35m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss
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10:20 - 19:40CTA  Catania Fontanarossa-SOF Sofia
8h 20m1 stop Rome Fiumicino
£220Multiple Airlines
Fri, 11 Dec - Sun, 13 Dec
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19:05 - 11:05SOF  Sofia-CTA Catania Fontanarossa
17h 00m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss
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11:25 - 19:40CTA  Catania Fontanarossa-SOF Sofia
7h 15m1 stop Rome Fiumicino
£234Multiple Airlines
Sun, 27 Dec - Sun, 3 Jan
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22:35 - 10:45SOF  Sofia-CTA Catania Fontanarossa
13h 10m2 stops Cologne Köln/Bonn Bergamo Orio Al Serio
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06:00 - 15:55CTA  Catania Fontanarossa-SOF Sofia
8h 55m2 stops Bergamo Orio Al Serio Naples
£304Multiple Airlines
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Sofia to Catania flights

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

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Sofia to Catania. It's 30% cheaper than the average day, while Friday is the most expensive, with prices 62% higher.

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

•January is the cheapest month to fly from Sofia to Catania at £45 return.
•December (£191) and August (£110) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 326% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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Key details for Sofia to Catania flights

Low season

December

Cheapest flight

£28
Beat the crowds with an average 71% drop in traveller numbers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 69% increase in traveller numbers.
One-way flight from Sofia to Catania

When to book flights from Sofia to Catania

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Sofia to Catania 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 Catania 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 Catania?

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

    • Earliest: departs at 12:55 and lands at 14:45
    • Latest: departs at 23:40 and lands at 01:30.

    The flight takes about 1h 50m.

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

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

  • How long is a flight from Sofia to Catania?

    A direct flight from Sofia to Catania takes 1h 50m, covering 569 miles.

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

    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 Catania flight?

    Return flights from Sofia to Catania range from £57 to £112, with an average of £84 over the past 12 months. Anything below £57 counts as a good deal.

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

    On this route, direct flights are cheaper than stopover options on average. Direct fares average £78 return, compared with £181 via a stopover through Munich Franz Josef Strauss (MUC).

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

    There is no standard. Checked bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge £20–£75 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 Catania?

    The Boeing 737-800 Passenger/BBJ2 (winglets) family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Ryanair. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A220-100 variants.

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

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return prices on this route varied from about £166 to £304. That means the highest observed fare was about 83% higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Sofia to Catania are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about £28, which is 34% below the typical average for this route.

  • Which car hire options are available at Catania Fontanarossa Airport (CTA)?

    Catania Fontanarossa Airport (CTA) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around £25 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Easy Car Hire
    • Goldcar Rental SP
    • Galdierirent
    • Rental4Leisure
    • Target Italy

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

    Flights from Sofia to Catania usually depart from Sofia (SOF) and arrive at Catania Fontanarossa (CTA).

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

    One-stop flights from Sofia to Catania most commonly connect through:

    • Munich Franz Josef Strauss (MUC) – 50% of one-stop connections
    • Rome Fiumicino (FCO) – 25% of one-stop connections
    • Naples (NAP) – 25% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 57% on flights from Sofia to Catania. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at £59 return on average, while Friday is the most expensive at £136, a difference of £77.

    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 Catania?

    Only Ryanair operates flights between Sofia and Catania.

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

    Flying via Rome Fiumicino (FCO) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 4h 59m, compared to 5h 28m via Munich Franz Josef Strauss (MUC) and 5h 59m via Naples (NAP).

  • What is the time difference between Sofia and Catania?

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

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Sofia to Catania flights?

    Among airlines operating Sofia to Catania flights:

    • Ryanair: offers free seat selection

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

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Sofia to Catania flights?

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

    • Ryanair: a cabin bag in Economy class class

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

Your guide to booking Sofia to Catania 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 Friday. On this route, Wednesday flights average £59, about £77 less than Friday fares (57% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Sofia to Catania trip for January. Fares historically average £45 return in that month – typically £146 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Catania Fontanarossa Airport.

    • Romano Palace Luxury Hotel
    • NH Catania Parco Degli Aragonesi
    • Catania International Airport Hotel

Prefer to fly direct from Sofia to Catania?

 
Find which airlines fly direct from Sofia Airport to Catania Fontanarossa Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Sofia to Catania Fontanarossa

Tuesday

Ryanair

Ryanair

Wednesday

Ryanair

Ryanair

Friday

Ryanair

Ryanair

Sunday

Ryanair

Ryanair

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Direct returns

Catania Fontanarossa to Sofia

Tuesday

Ryanair

Ryanair

Wednesday

Ryanair

Ryanair

Friday

Ryanair

Ryanair

Sunday

Ryanair

Ryanair

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