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Cheapest return flight
£132
Typical prices: £209-£323
Multiple Airlines
Mon 10/12Fri 14/12
ZRH - SOF • 1 stop
Cheapest direct flights
£165
Typical prices: £215-£321
SWISS
Mon 10/12Fri 14/12
ZRH - SOF • Direct
Direct flights
You can fly direct with SWISS and Bulgaria Air. Average duration is 2h 14m
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Avoid delays
Most punctual • 91% on-time
Best time • Fewest delays
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When to book
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 23 weeks in advance save around 56% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
Cheapest • 28% price drop
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Cheapest • Avg £158 (return)
Shortest trip • 4h 23m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Zurich to Sofia (ZRH-SOF)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Zurich to Sofia

Thu, 10 Dec - Mon, 14 Dec
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08:15 - 19:00ZRH  Zurich-SOF Sofia
9h 45m1 stop Rome Fiumicino
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18:30 - 07:40SOF  Sofia-ZRH Zurich
14h 10m1 stop Rome Fiumicino
£132Multiple Airlines
Thu, 26 Nov - Mon, 30 Nov
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20:50 - 15:30ZRH  Zurich-SOF Sofia
17h 40m1 stop Belgrade Nikola Tesla
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23:30 - 07:40SOF  Sofia-ZRH Zurich
9h 10m1 stop Rome Fiumicino
£137Multiple Airlines
Fri, 12 Mar - Fri, 19 Mar
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09:30 - 15:30ZRH  Zurich-SOF Sofia
5h 00m1 stop Belgrade Nikola Tesla
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05:00 - 08:45SOF  Sofia-ZRH Zurich
4h 45m1 stop Belgrade Nikola Tesla
£138Air Serbia
Thu, 10 Dec - Mon, 14 Dec
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20:50 - 03:00ZRH  Zurich-SOF Sofia
5h 10m1 stop Belgrade Nikola Tesla
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05:00 - 08:45SOF  Sofia-ZRH Zurich
4h 45m1 stop Belgrade Nikola Tesla
£139Air Serbia
Thu, 10 Dec - Mon, 14 Dec
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20:50 - 03:00ZRH  Zurich-SOF Sofia
5h 10m1 stop Belgrade Nikola Tesla
Air Serbia Logo
05:00 - 08:45SOF  Sofia-ZRH Zurich
4h 45m1 stop Belgrade Nikola Tesla
£140Air Serbia
Thu, 10 Dec - Mon, 14 Dec
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08:15 - 19:00ZRH  Zurich-SOF Sofia
9h 45m1 stop Rome Fiumicino
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09:50 - 21:20SOF  Sofia-ZRH Zurich
12h 30m2 stops Luqa Malta Intl Rome Fiumicino
£146Multiple Airlines
Sat, 27 Mar - Mon, 29 Mar
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09:30 - 15:30ZRH  Zurich-SOF Sofia
5h 00m1 stop Belgrade Nikola Tesla
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05:00 - 13:50SOF  Sofia-ZRH Zurich
9h 50m1 stop Belgrade Nikola Tesla
£149Air Serbia
Thu, 17 Dec - Sun, 20 Dec
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08:15 - 23:05ZRH  Zurich-SOF Sofia
13h 50m1 stop Rome Fiumicino
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07:10 - 21:20SOF  Sofia-ZRH Zurich
15h 10m1 stop Rome Fiumicino
£152Multiple Airlines
Mon, 16 Nov - Fri, 20 Nov
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09:30 - 15:30ZRH  Zurich-SOF Sofia
5h 00m1 stop Belgrade Nikola Tesla
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05:00 - 08:45SOF  Sofia-ZRH Zurich
4h 45m1 stop Belgrade Nikola Tesla
£159Air Serbia
Fri, 12 Mar - Sun, 14 Mar
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07:20 - 13:15ZRH  Zurich-SOF Sofia
4h 55m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss
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11:15 - 12:35SOF  Sofia-ZRH Zurich
2h 20mdirect
£161Multiple Airlines
Booking Insights

Price, demand, and travel trends for Zurich to Sofia 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 Zurich to Sofia?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Friday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Zurich to Sofia. It’s 8% cheaper than the average day, while Sunday is the most expensive, with prices 6% higher.

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

•November is the cheapest month to fly from Zurich to Sofia at £188 return.
•September (£350) and December (£329) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 85% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Zurich to Sofia the cheapest?

Flights from Zurich to Sofia are cheapest 23 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 56% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Key details for Zurich to Sofia flights

Low season

October

Cheapest flight

£77
Beat the crowds with an average 40% drop in traveller numbers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 30% increase in traveller numbers.
One-way flight from Zurich to Sofia

When to book flights from Zurich to Sofia

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

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

    • Earliest: departs at 06:40 and lands at 08:54
    • Latest: departs at 16:30 and lands at 18:44.

    The flight takes about 2h 14m.

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

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

  • How long is a flight from Zurich to Sofia?

    A direct flight from Zurich to Sofia takes 2h 14m, covering 794 miles.

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

    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 Zurich to Sofia flight?

    Return flights from Zurich to Sofia range from £209 to £323, with an average of £263 over the past 12 months. Anything below £209 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Zurich to Sofia flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 26% above the £263 route average. Book 23 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

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

    On this route, stopover flights are cheaper than direct options on average. Stopover fares average £158 return via Rome Fiumicino (FCO), compared with £267 for direct.

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

    There is no standard. Checked bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge £37–£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 Zurich to Sofia?

    The Airbus A321neo family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Wizz Air. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A220-300 variants.

  • Have flight prices from Zurich to Sofia 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 £132 to £536. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Zurich to Sofia are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about £101, which is 36% below the typical average for this route.

  • Which car hire options are available at Sofia Airport (SOF)?

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

    • MEXRENTACAR
    • NU Car
    • Top Rent a Car - Bulgaria
    • Priceless
    • Easyrent

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

    Flights from Zurich to Sofia usually depart from Zurich (ZRH) and arrive at Sofia (SOF).

  • What time of day has the fewest delays on flights from Zurich to Sofia?

    Morning flights have the fewest delays on this route, while afternoon departures tend to have the most.

  • At what point is a flight considered delayed on the route from Zurich to Sofia?

    A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Zurich to Sofia route, 10% of flights were delayed in the past three months, with delays averaging 1h 50m.

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

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

    • Belgrade Nikola Tesla (BEG) – 51% of one-stop connections
    • Vienna Intl (VIE) – 31% of one-stop connections
    • Warsaw Frederic Chopin (WAW) – 11% of one-stop connections
    • Frankfurt am Main (FRA) – 4% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 14% on flights from Zurich to Sofia. Friday is the cheapest departure day at £244 return on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at £281, a difference of £37.

    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 Zurich to Sofia?

    2 airlines operate flights between Zurich and Sofia. The airlines offering direct flights on this route include:

    • SWISS
    • Bulgaria Air

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

    Flying via Vienna Intl (VIE) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 4h 23m, compared to 5h 02m via Belgrade Nikola Tesla (BEG) and 5h 18m via Frankfurt am Main (FRA).

  • What is the time difference between Zurich and Sofia?

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

  • What popular places can I visit in Sofia?

    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.

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

    Among airlines operating Zurich to Sofia flights:

    • SWISS: 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 Zurich to Sofia flights?

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

    • SWISS: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class
    • Bulgaria Air: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class
    • Helvetic Airways: 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 Zurich to Sofia 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 Friday departure and avoid flying on Sunday. On this route, Friday flights average £244, about £37 less than Sunday fares (13% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 23 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 56% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Zurich to Sofia trip for November. Fares historically average £188 return in that month – typically £161 less than the most expensive month, which is September (based on the last 12 months).
  • For the best chance of arriving on time, fly with Bulgaria Air. Over the past three months, 91% of Bulgaria Air flights from Zurich to Sofia arrived on time, slightly above the route average of 90%. When flights on this route arrive late, they're delayed by an average of 1h 50m, so choosing an airline with strong on-time performance can make a difference if you're on a tight schedule.
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Rome Fiumicino Airport (FCO) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest stopover option averages £158 return on this route – about £109 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 Sofia Airport.

    • Hotel Premier Airport Sofia
    • ibis Sofia Airport
    • Hotel Consul

Prefer to fly direct from Zurich to Sofia?

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

Direct departures

Zurich to Sofia

Monday

SWISS

SWISS

Tuesday

Bulgaria Air

Bulgaria Air

Thursday

SWISS

SWISS

Friday

Bulgaria Air

Bulgaria Air

Sunday

Bulgaria Air,SWISS

Bulgaria Air,SWISS

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Direct returns

Sofia to Zurich

Monday

SWISS

SWISS

Tuesday

Bulgaria Air

Bulgaria Air

Thursday

SWISS

SWISS

Friday

Bulgaria Air

Bulgaria Air

Sunday

Bulgaria Air,SWISS

Bulgaria Air,SWISS

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