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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Crete Heraklion Airport to Sofia Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $281. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Sofia.$281 per passenger.Departing Wed, 15 Jul, returning Mon, 20 Jul.Return flight with Wizz Air Malta and Wizz Air.Outbound indirect flight with Wizz Air Malta, departs from Crete Heraklion on Wed, 15 Jul, arriving in Sofia.Inbound indirect flight with Wizz Air, departs from Sofia on Mon, 20 Jul, arriving in Crete Heraklion.Price includes taxes and charges.From $281, select.

Sofia.$282 per passenger.Departing Wed, 18 Nov, returning Wed, 25 Nov.Return flight with Aegean Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Aegean Airlines, departs from Crete Heraklion on Wed, 18 Nov, arriving in Sofia.Inbound indirect flight with Aegean Airlines, departs from Sofia on Wed, 25 Nov, arriving in Crete Heraklion.Price includes taxes and charges.From $282, select.

Sofia.$282 per passenger.Departing Mon, 19 Oct, returning Sun, 25 Oct.Return flight with Aegean Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Aegean Airlines, departs from Crete Heraklion on Mon, 19 Oct, arriving in Sofia.Inbound indirect flight with Aegean Airlines, departs from Sofia on Sun, 25 Oct, arriving in Crete Heraklion.Price includes taxes and charges.From $282, select.

Sofia.$282 per passenger.Departing Mon, 28 Sep, returning Sat, 3 Oct.Return flight with Aegean Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Aegean Airlines, departs from Crete Heraklion on Mon, 28 Sep, arriving in Sofia.Inbound indirect flight with Aegean Airlines, departs from Sofia on Sat, 3 Oct, arriving in Crete Heraklion.Price includes taxes and charges.From $282, select.

Sofia.$282 per passenger.Departing Tue, 1 Dec, returning Sat, 12 Dec.Return flight with Aegean Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Aegean Airlines, departs from Crete Heraklion on Tue, 1 Dec, arriving in Sofia.Inbound indirect flight with Aegean Airlines, departs from Sofia on Sat, 12 Dec, arriving in Crete Heraklion.Price includes taxes and charges.From $282, select.

Sofia.$309 per passenger.Departing Wed, 5 Aug, returning Tue, 1 Sep.Return flight with Aegean Airlines and Wizz Air.Outbound indirect flight with Aegean Airlines, departs from Crete Heraklion on Wed, 5 Aug, arriving in Sofia.Inbound indirect flight with Wizz Air, departs from Sofia on Tue, 1 Sep, arriving in Crete Heraklion.Price includes taxes and charges.From $309, select.

Sofia.$320 per passenger.Departing Fri, 15 Jan, returning Mon, 18 Jan.Return flight with Aegean Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Aegean Airlines, departs from Crete Heraklion on Fri, 15 Jan, arriving in Sofia.Inbound indirect flight with Aegean Airlines, departs from Sofia on Mon, 18 Jan, arriving in Crete Heraklion.Price includes taxes and charges.From $320, select.

Sofia.$328 per passenger.Departing Tue, 15 Sep, returning Wed, 23 Sep.Return flight with Aegean Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Aegean Airlines, departs from Crete Heraklion on Tue, 15 Sep, arriving in Sofia.Inbound indirect flight with Aegean Airlines, departs from Sofia on Wed, 23 Sep, arriving in Crete Heraklion.Price includes taxes and charges.From $328, select.

Sofia.$333 per passenger.Departing Tue, 4 Aug, returning Thu, 27 Aug.Return flight with Wizz Air.Outbound indirect flight with Wizz Air, departs from Crete Heraklion on Tue, 4 Aug, arriving in Sofia.Inbound indirect flight with Wizz Air, departs from Sofia on Thu, 27 Aug, arriving in Crete Heraklion.Price includes taxes and charges.From $333, select.

Sofia.$336 per passenger.Departing Fri, 30 Oct, returning Tue, 10 Nov.Return flight with Aegean Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Aegean Airlines, departs from Crete Heraklion on Fri, 30 Oct, arriving in Sofia.Inbound indirect flight with Aegean Airlines, departs from Sofia on Tue, 10 Nov, arriving in Crete Heraklion.Price includes taxes and charges.From $336, select.

Sofia.$344 per passenger.Departing Thu, 21 Jan, returning Wed, 10 Feb.Return flight with Aegean Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Aegean Airlines, departs from Crete Heraklion on Thu, 21 Jan, arriving in Sofia.Inbound indirect flight with Aegean Airlines, departs from Sofia on Wed, 10 Feb, arriving in Crete Heraklion.Price includes taxes and charges.From $344, select.

Sofia.$361 per passenger.Departing Thu, 25 Jun, returning Mon, 29 Jun.Return flight with Aegean Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Aegean Airlines, departs from Crete Heraklion on Thu, 25 Jun, arriving in Sofia.Inbound indirect flight with Aegean Airlines, departs from Sofia on Mon, 29 Jun, arriving in Crete Heraklion.Price includes taxes and charges.From $361, select.

Sofia.$384 per passenger.Departing Thu, 25 Jun, returning Thu, 2 Jul.Return flight with Aegean Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Aegean Airlines, departs from Crete Heraklion on Thu, 25 Jun, arriving in Sofia.Inbound indirect flight with Aegean Airlines, departs from Sofia on Thu, 2 Jul, arriving in Crete Heraklion.Price includes taxes and charges.From $384, select.

Sofia.$417 per passenger.Departing Sun, 23 Aug, returning Thu, 3 Sep.Return flight with Bulgaria Air.Outbound direct flight with Bulgaria Air departs from Crete Heraklion on Sun, 23 Aug, arriving in Sofia.Inbound direct flight with Bulgaria Air departs from Sofia on Thu, 3 Sep, arriving in Crete Heraklion.Price includes taxes and charges.From $417, select.

Sofia.$440 per passenger.Departing Sun, 19 Jul, returning Sun, 2 Aug.Return flight with Aegean Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Aegean Airlines, departs from Crete Heraklion on Sun, 19 Jul, arriving in Sofia.Inbound indirect flight with Aegean Airlines, departs from Sofia on Sun, 2 Aug, arriving in Crete Heraklion.Price includes taxes and charges.From $440, select.

Sofia.$467 per passenger.Departing Sun, 9 Aug, returning Sun, 16 Aug.Return flight with Bulgaria Air.Outbound direct flight with Bulgaria Air departs from Crete Heraklion on Sun, 9 Aug, arriving in Sofia.Inbound direct flight with Bulgaria Air departs from Sofia on Sun, 16 Aug, arriving in Crete Heraklion.Price includes taxes and charges.From $467, select.

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

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Cheapest flight found	$281
Cheapest month to fly	July
Average flight time	1 hr, 35 mins
Most popular airline	Bulgaria Air
Average flights per week	2

Finding cheap flights from Crete Heraklion to Sofia: Frequently asked questions

How much are return flights from Crete Heraklion to Sofia?

The best price we found for a return flight from Crete Heraklion to Sofia is $281. 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.

How long does it take to fly from Crete Heraklion to Sofia?

1 hour and 35 minutes is the average flight time from Crete Heraklion to Sofia.

Which airlines fly direct from Crete Heraklion to Sofia?

Bulgaria Air flies direct from Crete Heraklion to Sofia.

How many flights are there a week from Crete Heraklion to Sofia?

As of June 2026, there are 2 flights per week flying from Crete Heraklion to Sofia.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Crete Heraklion to Sofia?

The cheapest month to fly from Crete Heraklion to Sofia is usually July.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Crete Heraklion Airport to Sofia Airport on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Crete Heraklion Airport to Sofia Airport on Wednesday, 15 July 2026.

Can I get a direct flight from Crete Heraklion Airport to Sofia Airport?

Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 35 minutes.

How can I find the best flight deal to Sofia?

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.

When is the best time to book flights to Sofia?

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.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly from Crete Heraklion Airport to Sofia with?

Currently, Wizz Air Malta and Bulgaria Air offer the cheapest flight tickets to Sofia.

Travelling from Crete Heraklion Airport (HER) to Sofia Airport (SOF): what you need to know

Take a direct flight from Crete Heraklion Airport to Sofia Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 1 hour 35 minutes.
Sofia's timezone is UTC+2, which is the same as Heraklion.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your HER to SOF flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
Travelling during a peak month such as August? School holidays and other popular seasons can result in longer lines at check-in and security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Jetting into Sofia (and then seeing more of Bulgaria!) is a breeze with Bulgaria Air. This popular airline has direct flights from Crete Heraklion Airport to Sofia Airport.
The airline most travellers prefer to fly with on this route is Bulgaria Air.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Crete Heraklion Airport to Sofia Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Here are some options between HER and SOF:
- Rome Fiumicino Airport
- Athens International Airport
- Bari Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Crete Heraklion Airport (HER) to Sofia Airport (SOF)

At the moment, $111 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Crete Heraklion Airport to Sofia Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $281. Keep in mind that fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
To secure cheap tickets from HER to SOF, book your journey five months ahead of your planned departure.
Plan your trip for October. That's the cheapest month for flights from Crete Heraklion Airport to Sofia Airport. If you're flexible with your dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest price across every month.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from HER to SOF by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when a lower fare pops up.
Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Crete Heraklion Airport to Sofia Airport.

Handy information about Crete Heraklion Airport (HER)

77% of flights that leave from Crete Heraklion Airport reach their destination on time.
Central Heraklion to Crete Heraklion Airport is around 5 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 15 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a trip time of around 25 minutes.
Taking an early flight from Crete Heraklion Airport to Sofia Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these hotels near HER:

Arriving at Sofia Airport (SOF)

If you're arriving on a late Crete Heraklion Airport to Sofia Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed not long after at one of these hotels near SOF:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Sofia Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from MEX, Surprice or NU Car Rentals to explore Sofia and beyond.
Secure the lowest price by booking your ride from Sofia Airport around one week before your trip.

Getting from Sofia Airport (SOF) to central Sofia

Sofia Airport to the centre of Sofia has a drive time of about 25 minutes. It's approximately 10 kilometres away.
It'll take around 30 minutes to get there by public transport.

When to fly to Sofia Airport (SOF)

It's time to choose your trip dates for your flight from Crete Heraklion Airport to Sofia Airport. August is the most popular month to visit Sofia. If you want a more low-key vibe, go in March.
Lock in your flight from Crete Heraklion Airport to Sofia Airport for August if you'd like to visit Sofia during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 13ºC and 32ºC.
January has average temperatures of between -11ºC and 7ºC. Search for cheap tickets from HER to SOF sometime around then if you want to travel when it's cooler.

Explore more of Bulgaria

You've visited Sofia, now it's time to explore more of Bulgaria. Journey about 129 kilometres south-east to Plovdiv to check off its top attractions. From Plovdiv Roman Theatre to Municipal Institute "Ancient Plovdiv" and Museum Centre for Contemporary History, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Varna is another must-experience destination in Bulgaria and is around 386 kilometres east of Sofia. No journey is complete without seeing Sahara beach, Museum of Natural History and Sea Garden.