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$31+ Cheap flights from Madrid, Spain (MAD) to Sofia (SOF)

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 3/18. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MAD — SOF
Mar 23 — Mar 301
Mon 3/23
Mon 3/30
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Madrid Barajas to Sofia are usually found in January or November, booked 11 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Thursday and return on a Monday

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Cheapest flights from Madrid to Sofia
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Madrid to Sofia. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on February 21, 2026.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/17. 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.
Mon 3/166:35 am
MAD
-
SOF
Nonstop3h 30m
Ryanair
Wed 3/2511:25 am
SOF
-
MAD
Nonstop3h 30m
Ryanair
Deal found 2/17$95
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/18. 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.
Thu 3/199:10 am
MAD
-
SOF
Nonstop3h 30m
Ryanair
Wed 3/2511:25 am
SOF
-
MAD
Nonstop3h 30m
Ryanair
Deal found 2/18$96
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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.
Thu 3/129:10 am
MAD
-
SOF
Nonstop3h 30m
Ryanair
Wed 3/1811:25 am
SOF
-
MAD
Nonstop3h 30m
Ryanair
Deal found 2/20$103
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/17. 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.
Mon 3/236:35 am
MAD
-
SOF
Nonstop3h 30m
Ryanair
Tue 3/243:10 pm
SOF
-
MAD
Nonstop3h 30m
Ryanair
Deal found 2/17$107
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/17. 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.
Mon 3/169:45 pm
MAD
-
SOF
2 stops16h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 3/2511:25 am
SOF
-
MAD
Nonstop3h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/17$108

Find flight deals from Madrid to Sofia

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Madrid (MAD) to Sofia (SOF). 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 February 21, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$95
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$31
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$151

Good one-way deal

$65 or less
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Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customize your flight search to find flights from Madrid to Sofia 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 February 21, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Madrid to Sofia that are best for you.

Fly from

Madrid

Fly to

Sofia

Route

Depart

Return

Price

MadridSofia

MAD - SOF

MADSOF

Madrid Barajas

Wed 3/18

6:10 pm-10:45 pm

Nonstop3h 35m

Sofia

Wed 3/25

2:25 pm-5:25 pm

Nonstop4h 00m

$126

MadridSofia

MAD - SOF

MADSOF

Madrid Barajas

Wed 5/20

8:55 pm-1:25 am

Nonstop3h 30m

Sofia

Fri 5/29

5:15 pm-8:10 pm

Nonstop3h 55m

$138

MadridSofia

MAD - SOF

MADSOF

Madrid Barajas

Fri 6/26

8:55 pm-1:25 am

Nonstop3h 30m

Sofia

Sat 7/11

4:50 pm-7:45 pm

Nonstop3h 55m

$184

MadridSofia

MAD - SOF

MADSOF

Madrid Barajas

Thu 4/23

8:55 pm-1:25 am

Nonstop3h 30m

Sofia

Sun 4/26

5:15 pm-8:10 pm

Nonstop3h 55m

$185

MadridSofia

MAD - SOF

MADSOF

Madrid Barajas

Wed 5/13

8:55 pm-1:25 am

Nonstop3h 30m

Sofia

Mon 5/25

5:15 pm-8:10 pm

Nonstop3h 55m

$190

MadridSofia

MAD - SOF

MADSOF

Madrid Barajas

Sat 7/4

12:30 pm-3:35 pm

1 stop26h 05m

Sofia

Wed 7/15

4:05 pm-6:00 pm

1 stop26h 55m

$198

MadridSofia

MAD - SOF

MADSOF

Madrid Barajas

Sat 6/20

12:30 pm-3:35 pm

1 stop26h 05m

Sofia

Fri 6/26

4:05 pm-11:40 am

1 stop20h 35m

$198

MadridSofia

MAD - SOF

MADSOF

Madrid Barajas

Thu 5/7

6:45 pm-3:00 am

1 stop7h 15m

Sofia

Sun 5/10

4:05 pm-6:00 pm

1 stop26h 55m

$198

MadridSofia

MAD - SOF

MADSOF

Madrid Barajas

Tue 6/9

5:55 am-1:25 pm

1 stop6h 30m

Sofia

Wed 6/17

6:20 am-12:10 pm

1 stop6h 50m

$200

MadridSofia

MAD - SOF

MADSOF

Madrid Barajas

Tue 6/9

5:55 am-1:25 pm

1 stop6h 30m

Sofia

Tue 6/16

2:10 pm-7:30 pm

1 stop6h 20m

$200

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Best time to book a flight from Madrid to Sofia

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Sofia from Madrid with our price prediction graph.
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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Madrid to Sofia

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Madrid to Sofia. Price data was last updated on February 20, 2026.

Booking 11 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Madrid to Sofia. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Madrid to Sofia (average of $64). Flying from Madrid to Sofia in August is currently the most expensive (average of $140). 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 MAD to SOF?

Find hourly flight availability from Madrid to Sofia. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated February 21, 2026.

When flying from Madrid to Sofia, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the afternoon, which can drop the price by up to 60% versus a flight at noon.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Madrid to Sofia?

Reviews of airlines servicing Sofia

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Sofia. 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 Sofia. Reviews last updated February 21, 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Ryanair, Lufthansa, and Wizz Air from Madrid to Sofia have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Ryanair
6.9
Okay
5,277 reviews

Overall

6.9

Comfort

6.5

Food

6.0

Boarding

6.7

Entertainment

5.6

Crew

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Corn,Jul 2025

BCN - BRU

Terrible queues at bag drop Crew was unprofessional and uninterested. I've seen better customer service on a local bus.
Ryanair
6.9
Okay
5,277 reviews
Ryanair
6.9
Okay
5,277 reviews

Overall

6.9

Comfort

6.5

Food

6.0

Boarding

6.7

Entertainment

5.6

Crew

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Corn,Jul 2025

BCN - BRU

Terrible queues at bag drop Crew was unprofessional and uninterested. I've seen better customer service on a local bus.
Lufthansa
6.8
Okay
7,794 reviews
Ryanair
6.9
Okay
5,277 reviews

Overall

6.9

Comfort

6.5

Food

6.0

Boarding

6.7

Entertainment

5.6

Crew

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Corn,Jul 2025

BCN - BRU

Terrible queues at bag drop Crew was unprofessional and uninterested. I've seen better customer service on a local bus.
Wizz Air
6.8
Okay
1,085 reviews
Ryanair
6.9
Okay
5,277 reviews

Overall

6.9

Comfort

6.5

Food

6.0

Boarding

6.7

Entertainment

5.6

Crew

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Corn,Jul 2025

BCN - BRU

Terrible queues at bag drop Crew was unprofessional and uninterested. I've seen better customer service on a local bus.

Related info for your journey

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

  • What airports do I use to fly from Madrid to Sofia?

    If you book a flight from Madrid to Sofia, you will be flying from Barajas to Sofia. Flights to Sofia (SOF) from Madrid Barajas (MAD) take 3h 30m for a nonstop flight. There is 1 flight from Barajas to Sofia per day from 3 airlines.

  • How popular is this Madrid to Sofia flight route?

    Within the past month, 1 users have taken a look at flights from Madrid Barajas to Sofia.

  • How long is the flight from Madrid to Sofia?

    A quick flight from Madrid to Sofia can take about 3h 30m. Wizz Air provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $138. The distance from Madrid to Sofia is about 1395 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    Currently priced at $87, Ryanair will fly you from Madrid to Sofia and back. In addition to Ryanair, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Wizz Air and Lufthansa - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $105 and $263, respectively. You may be able to fly from Madrid to Sofia for 56% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for Wizz Air. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $44. Users have also found prices from $53 and $102 on Ryanair and Air Serbia, respectively.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Madrid to Sofia?

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Madrid to Sofia consider choosing Iberia (94%), Bulgaria Air (94%) or Wizz Air (77%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Madrid to Sofia?

    The cheapest flight price from Madrid to Sofia is $50. On average you can expect to pay $90. The most popular route, (Madrid Barajas - Sofia), can usually be booked for $90.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Madrid to Sofia 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 Madrid to Sofia?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Madrid to Sofia (average of $64). Flying from Madrid to Sofia in August is currently the most expensive (average of $140). 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 3 airlines flying from Madrid to Sofia

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Madrid to Sofia. 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 February 21, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
RyanairCheapest$87Average$178FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Wizz AirCheapest$105Average$190FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
LufthansaCheapest$263Average$278FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%

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