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Flights from London, Essex to Sofia

Nonstop flights from London, Essex (STN) to Sofia (SOF) take about 3h 1m (2,012 km). Ryanair flies it. Lowest fare seen: $33 one-way, nonstop (22 Oct 2026).

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Airlines flying London, Essex to Sofia

Carriers on STN–SOF according to our route data and nonstop fares seen as of 22 Oct 2026. Not a complete list.

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London, Essex to Sofia fares by month

Cheapest month seen for a nonstop flight: Feb 2027, from $33 one-way. Lowest one-way fares seen for departures in each month, read 22 Oct 2026.

DepartingNonstop fromCheaper with stops
Oct 2026$5731 Oct 2026 · Ryanair—
Nov 2026$3626 Nov 2026 · Ryanair—
Dec 2026$3631 Dec 2026 · Ryanair—
Jan 2027$3523 Jan 2027 · Ryanair—
Feb 2027$3326 Feb 2027 · Ryanair—

When to go for the lowest fare

Fares were close across the months we saw: $36 for November 2026, $33 at best after that.

From Travelpayouts flight-search data, city to city (London, Essex to Sofia, any airport), USD, read 22 Oct 2026. These are fares that were on sale, not a guarantee of today's price; an airline is named only where we know it flies this route.

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Frequently asked questions — London, Essex to Sofia flights

How long is the flight from London, Essex to Sofia?
A nonstop flight from London, Essex (STN) to Sofia (SOF) takes about 3h 1m, covering 2,012 km. That is an estimate from the distance — actual time varies with the airline, aircraft and winds, and connecting itineraries take longer.
How far is London, Essex from Sofia by air?
The great-circle distance between London Stansted Airport and Sofia Airport is 2,012 km (1,250 miles), a medium-haul route.
Which airlines fly from London, Essex to Sofia?
Airlines with flights or nonstop fares on the STN–SOF route include Ryanair. This is not a complete list — schedules change by season, so check the current options before booking.
How much does a flight from London, Essex to Sofia cost?
The lowest one-way fare seen recently on STN–SOF was $33 USD with Ryanair (nonstop), departing 26 Feb 2027, found in fare searches as of 22 Oct 2026. Fares change constantly and depend on the date, so check the current price before booking.
What is the cheapest month to fly from London, Essex to Sofia?
In fares seen on 22 Oct 2026, departures in February 2027 were cheapest, from $33 one-way, against $57 for October 2026, the dearest month. Fares change daily, so check your own dates.
Do I need a visa to travel from London, Essex to Sofia?
It depends on your passport. Some nationalities can enter Sofia visa-free or get a visa on arrival; others must apply in advance. Use AirConnect's Visa Checker to see the rules for your passport.

Sources: fares from Travelpayouts flight-search data, seen 22 Oct 2026; airlines from each carrier's published network and nonstop fares on sale; distance from OurAirports coordinates; flight time estimated from distance. Fares change daily.

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