Cheap Flights from Hamburg International to Sofia

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Flight deals from Hamburg International to Sofia

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Hamburg International Airport to Sofia Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $142. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Hamburg International to Sofia

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Hamburg International to Sofia flights are currently cheapest in May.

Direct flights from Hamburg International to Sofia

Hamburg International to Sofia: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Hamburg International to Sofia below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Sofia.

Hamburg to Sofia: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$71
Cheapest month to flyMay
Average flight time2 hrs, 35 mins
Most popular airlineWizz Air
Average flights per week4

Finding cheap flights from Hamburg International to Sofia: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Hamburg International to Sofia is $142. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
2 hours and 35 minutes is the average flight time from Hamburg International to Sofia.
Wizz Air flies direct from Hamburg International to Sofia.
As of April 2026, there are 4 flights per week flying from Hamburg International to Sofia.
The cheapest month to fly from Hamburg International to Sofia is usually May.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Hamburg International Airport to Sofia Airport on Monday, 18 May 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 2 hours and 35 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Sofia but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Sofia is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Wizz Air offers the cheapest flight tickets to Sofia.

Travelling from Hamburg Airport (HAM) to Sofia Airport (SOF): what you need to know

  • Around 2 hours 35 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Hamburg Airport to Sofia Airport.

  • Sofia is one hour ahead of Hamburg and observes the UTC+2 timezone.

  • Flights from HAM to SOF start from 09:00 — the earliest with Wizz Air. The last departure is at 21:30 with Wizz Air. Overall, you can take your pick of three weekly Hamburg Airport to Sofia Airport flights.

  • Your HAM to SOF flight won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.

  • During popular months such as June, it's best to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're travelling during a high season in general.

  • Flying into Sofia (and then exploring more of Bulgaria!) is easy with Wizz Air. This popular carrier has direct flights from Hamburg Airport to Sofia Airport.

  • The airline with the highest booking volume on this route is Wizz Air.

  • The carrier with the most consistent on-time arrival rate for HAM to SOF flights is Wizz Air.

  • Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Hamburg Airport to Sofia Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Here are some options between HAM and SOF:

    • Copenhagen Airport

    • Cologne Bonn Airport

    • Franz Josef Strauss Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Hamburg Airport (HAM) to Sofia Airport (SOF)

  • The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Hamburg Airport to Sofia Airport flight is $71. A return ticket is currently $142. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.

  • Book seven months before you want to fly. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure cheap tickets from HAM to SOF.

  • Plan your trip for June. That's the cheapest month for flights from Hamburg Airport to Sofia Airport. If you're flexible with your dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfare across each month.

  • You don't need to check every day to see if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll send you an update the moment the price changes on cheap flights from HAM to SOF.

  • Select your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Hamburg Airport to Sofia Airport.

Handy information about Hamburg Airport (HAM)

  • Of the departures from Hamburg Airport, 75.01% touch down on time at their destination.

  • Hamburg Airport is about 11 kilometres from central Hamburg. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.

  • Expect a trip time of around 1 hour 25 minutes on public transport.

  • Looking for a convenient hotel near HAM? If you've booked an early flight from Hamburg Airport to Sofia Airport, these stays will put you moments from your departure gate:

Arriving at Sofia Airport (SOF)

Getting from Sofia Airport (SOF) to central Sofia

  • Sofia Airport is roughly 11 kilometres from central Sofia. The drive time takes around 15 minutes.

  • If you're using public transport, expect a journey of about 35 minutes.

When to fly to Sofia Airport (SOF)

  • August is the busiest month for flights from Hamburg Airport to Sofia Airport. For smaller crowds, visit Sofia in April.

  • Before locking in your flight from Hamburg Airport to Sofia Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Sofia, with temperatures ranging from 14ºC to 30ºC.

  • For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from HAM to SOF in January. Temperatures average between -11ºC and 7ºC then.

Explore more of Bulgaria

  • Sofia has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of Bulgaria you should also see. Around 129 kilometres south-east of Sofia, a visit to Plovdiv will fill your itinerary to the brim. Check out popular attractions like Plovdiv Old Town, Plovdiv Roman Theatre and Archaelogical Complex Nebet Tepe.

  • Around 386 kilometres east of Sofia, Varna is another favourite stop in Bulgaria. No visit is complete without checking out Park Asparuhovo - Asparuhovo sea garden, Dormition of theotokos Cathedral and Sunset viewpoint (място за гледане на Залеза).

Prices shown on this page are estimated lowest prices only. Found in the last 45 days.