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$29+ Cheap flights from Sofia (SOF) to Budapest (BUD)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 5/25. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SOF — BUD
May 4 — May 111
Sun 5/4
Sun 5/11
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Sofia to Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl are usually found in January or August, booked 73 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Sunday and return on a Wednesday

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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Sofia (SOF) to Budapest (BUD). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated April 29, 2025.

Most accurate provider

Mytrip
3 stars

Most trusted provider

Mytrip
3 stars

Round-trip from

$35
(Ryanair)

One-way from

$29
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$78

Good round-trip deal

$66 or less

Good one-way deal

$30 or less
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Cheapest flights from Sofia to Budapest
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Sofia to Budapest. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 29, 2025.

This Ryanair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Ryanair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/1011:15 pmSOF - BUD
Nonstop1h 20mRyanair
Sun 5/114:45 pmBUD - SOF
Nonstop1h 25mRyanair
Deal found 4/29$57
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 6/47:10 amSOF - BUD
1 stop11h 10mMultiple Airlines
Fri 6/131:25 pmBUD - SOF
Nonstop1h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/28$99
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/295:05 pmSOF - BUD
1 stop6h 50mWizz Air
Wed 6/47:25 pmBUD - SOF
1 stop15h 00mWizz Air
Deal found 4/29$104
This Air Serbia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Air Serbia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/235:00 amSOF - BUD
1 stop5h 00mAir Serbia
Sun 8/243:15 pmBUD - SOF
1 stop23h 20mAir Serbia
Deal found 4/29$179
This deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/2012:25 pmSOF - BUD
1 stop3h 05mAustrian Airlines
Sat 5/247:00 amBUD - SOF
1 stop3h 40mAustrian Airlines
Deal found 4/28$268
This Lufthansa deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Lufthansa is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/176:00 amSOF - BUD
2 stops18h 50mLufthansa
Sun 5/186:05 amBUD - SOF
1 stop15h 55mLufthansa
Deal found 4/28$300
This SWISS deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure SWISS is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 6/1210:50 amSOF - BUD
1 stop22h 55mSWISS
Thu 6/198:00 pmBUD - SOF
2 stops39h 00mSWISS
Deal found 4/28$378

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Sofia to Budapest that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated April 29, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Sofia to Budapest that are best for you.

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Sofia

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Budapest

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Depart

Return

Price

SofiaBudapest

SOF - BUD

SOFBUD

Sofia

Sat 5/10

11:15 pm-11:35 pm

Nonstop1h 20m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Sun 5/11

4:45 pm-7:10 pm

Nonstop1h 25m

$57

SofiaBudapest

SOF - BUD

SOFBUD

Sofia

Wed 6/4

7:10 am-5:20 pm

1 stop11h 10m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Fri 6/13

1:25 pm-3:50 pm

Nonstop1h 25m

$99

SofiaBudapest

SOF - BUD

SOFBUD

Sofia

Thu 5/29

5:05 pm-10:55 pm

1 stop6h 50m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Wed 6/4

7:25 pm-11:25 am

1 stop15h 00m

$104

SofiaBudapest

SOF - BUD

SOFBUD

Sofia

Sat 8/23

5:00 am-9:00 am

1 stop5h 00m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Sun 8/24

3:15 pm-3:35 pm

1 stop23h 20m

$179

SofiaBudapest

SOF - BUD

SOFBUD

Sofia

Tue 5/20

12:25 pm-2:30 pm

1 stop3h 05m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Sat 5/24

7:00 am-11:40 am

1 stop3h 40m

$268

SofiaBudapest

SOF - BUD

SOFBUD

Sofia

Fri 7/4

7:25 pm-11:35 pm

1 stop5h 10m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Tue 7/8

2:20 pm-11:00 pm

2 stops7h 40m

$291

SofiaBudapest

SOF - BUD

SOFBUD

Sofia

Wed 6/4

12:45 pm-7:15 pm

2 stops7h 30m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Fri 6/13

8:00 pm-12:00 pm

2 stops39h 00m

$353

SofiaBudapest

SOF - BUD

SOFBUD

Sofia

Sun 5/25

8:30 pm-8:50 pm

Nonstop1h 20m

$29

SofiaBudapest

SOF - BUD

SOFBUD

Sofia

Tue 6/24

6:10 am-12:00 pm

1 stop6h 50m

$54

SofiaBudapest

SOF - BUD

SOFBUD

Sofia

Fri 5/30

6:55 pm-10:35 am

1 stop16h 40m

$72

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Compare providers for flights from Sofia to Budapest

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Sofia to Budapest in April.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
MytripPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightnetworkPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Sofia-Budapest flights, users find the pricing of Mytrip to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. Mytrip Users can find the same prices on Sofia-Budapest flight deals on Cheapflights vs. Mytrip >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Sofia-Budapest flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Sofia-Budapest flights, Cheapflights users trust Mytrip the most. Mytrip has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Sofia-Budapest flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Sofia to Budapest

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Budapest from Sofia with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Sofia to Budapest

How far ahead should I book a flight from Sofia to Budapest?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Sofia to Budapest. Price data was last updated on April 25, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Sofia to Budapest is 40 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Sofia to Budapest?

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sofia to Budapest (average of $656). Flying from Sofia to Budapest in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,181). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from SOF to BUD?

Find hourly flight availability from Sofia to Budapest. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated April 29, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Sofia to Budapest at noon. By choosing this option you can save up to 19% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the evening.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Sofia to Budapest?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Sofia to Budapest. Price data was last updated on March 30, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Sofia to Budapest flight should consider departing on Sunday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Wednesday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Rainfall in Budapest by month

Plan your trip to Budapest by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Budapest ranges from 1.2 - 2.8 inches per month. May is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 2.8 in. February is typically the driest time to visit Budapest when rainfall is around 1.2 in.

Temperature in Budapest by month

Plan your trip to Budapest by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Budapest, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 68.0 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 32.0 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Budapest

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Budapest. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Budapest. Reviews last updated April 29, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Sofia to Budapest, such as EL AL, LOT and Austrian Airlines. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
EL AL
7.8
Good
531 reviews

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.3

Comfort

7.5

Entertainment

7.3

Food

6.9

Overall

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Gabriel,Mar 2025

RIC - JFK

Great experience from the counter all the way through the exit!
EL AL
7.8
Good
531 reviews
EL AL
7.8
Good
531 reviews

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.3

Comfort

7.5

Entertainment

7.3

Food

6.9

Overall

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Gabriel,Mar 2025

RIC - JFK

Great experience from the counter all the way through the exit!
LOT
7.6
Good
1,069 reviews
EL AL
7.8
Good
531 reviews

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.3

Comfort

7.5

Entertainment

7.3

Food

6.9

Overall

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Gabriel,Mar 2025

RIC - JFK

Great experience from the counter all the way through the exit!
Austrian Airlines
7.6
Good
780 reviews
EL AL
7.8
Good
531 reviews

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.3

Comfort

7.5

Entertainment

7.3

Food

6.9

Overall

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Gabriel,Mar 2025

RIC - JFK

Great experience from the counter all the way through the exit!
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,588 reviews
EL AL
7.8
Good
531 reviews

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.3

Comfort

7.5

Entertainment

7.3

Food

6.9

Overall

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Gabriel,Mar 2025

RIC - JFK

Great experience from the counter all the way through the exit!
Ryanair
6.8
Okay
5,053 reviews
EL AL
7.8
Good
531 reviews

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.3

Comfort

7.5

Entertainment

7.3

Food

6.9

Overall

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Gabriel,Mar 2025

RIC - JFK

Great experience from the counter all the way through the exit!

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Sofia to Budapest. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How popular is this Sofia to Budapest flight route?

    This flight path from Sofia to Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl was viewed by 4 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Sofia to Budapest round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from Sofia to Budapest is Ryanair. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $35 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Wizz Air and Air Serbia, starting at $104 and $179 round-trip. You may be able to fly from Sofia to Budapest for 59% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Sofia to Budapest one-way?

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Sofia to Budapest are Ryanair ($29), Wizz Air ($54), and Austrian Airlines ($72).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Sofia to Budapest?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Sofia to Budapest? While on average our users pay $55, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $22. The most popular route (Sofia - Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl), is priced around $42.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Sofia to Budapest that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Sofia to Budapest flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Sofia to Budapest?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Sofia to Budapest.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Sofia to Budapest?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Sofia to Budapest by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Sofia to Budapest?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sofia to Budapest (average of $656). Flying from Sofia to Budapest in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,181). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 2 airlines flying from Sofia to Budapest

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Sofia to Budapest. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated April 29, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
RyanairCheapest$37Average$75FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Austrian AirlinesCheapest$229Average$345FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%

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