- Must visit
National Archaeological Museum
Bulgaria’s main archaeological museum, housed in a former Ottoman mosque, with major Thracian, Roman, and medieval collections.
Flights from Bologna to Sofia depart on average 32 times per day, taking around 2h 29m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at $24 (€20) if you book in advance.
There are 1 flights per day. The earliest flight runs at 00:15, the last at 23:00. The fastest flight covers the 612 miles (985 km) distance in 1h 20m. May is the cheapest month to fly.
Distance 612 miles (985 km) |
Average flight duration 2h 29m |
Cheapest ticket price $24 (€20) |
Flights per day 32 |
Direct flights 1 |
Fastest flight 1h 20m |
First flight 12:15 AM |
Last flight 11:00 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 28 days |
Cheapest price
$78
Average price
$465
Fastest journey
1 h 50 m
Average duration
3 h 30 m
Flights per day
90
Distance
985 km
The best way to find a cheap flight ticket from Bologna to Sofia is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bologna to Sofia will cost around $465 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $78.
Of the 90 flights that leave Bologna for Sofia onSun, Jun 21, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jun 21 the direct flights cover the 985 km distance in an average of 3 h 30 m but if you time it right, some flights will get you there in just 1 h 50 m .
On Sun, Jun 21 the longest flights will take 4 h 10 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
FR 9090
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2458 · S1 TRENORD 24024+
FB456+
Regionale TRENORD 327
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2454+
Regionale TRENORD 2928+
FB456
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2454 · S1 TRENORD 24020+
Regionale TRENORD 321+
FB456
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2454 · S1 TRENORD 24022+
Regionale TRENORD 325+
FB456
FR 9090
OS773+
OS514
OS518+
OS779
EN8241+
LH4158
LH4158+
LH9483Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Bologna to Sofia among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $64. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 29m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $64, and a flight costs an average of $24.
Distance: 612 miles (985 km)
Most popular Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$184 Average price | $109 Average price Cheapest | $370 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 29m Average total duration Fastest 2h 29m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 23h 47m Average total duration 23h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 13h 23m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular airline | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Bologna to Sofia:
A bus is $75 (€61) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Bologna to Sofia costing on average $184 (€150).
Other travel options to Sofia take longer:
Bus takes on average 23h 17m.
The table below shows live departures for Bologna to Sofia flights for today, Saturday, June 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FRECCIAROSSA 9624+ Regionale TRENORD 2950+ TK1876 · TK1027 | 12:26 PM Bologna Centrale | 19h19 | 8:45 AM Sofia Airport | 3 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9624+ Regionale TRENORD 2950+ LO320 · LO633 | 12:26 PM Bologna Centrale | 28h34 | 6:00 PM Sofia Airport | 3 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9624+ Regionale TRENORD 2950+ LO320 · LO631 | 12:26 PM Bologna Centrale | 24h34 | 2:00 PM Sofia Airport | 3 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9626+ Regionale TRENORD 2952+ TK1876 · TK1027 | 12:56 PM Bologna Centrale | 18h49 | 8:45 AM Sofia Airport | 3 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9626+ Regionale TRENORD 2952+ LO320 · LO631 | 12:56 PM Bologna Centrale | 24h04 | 2:00 PM Sofia Airport | 3 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9626+ Regionale TRENORD 2952+ LO320 · LO633 | 12:56 PM Bologna Centrale | 28h04 | 6:00 PM Sofia Airport | 3 transfers | |
KL1664+ KL3077 | 1:00 PM Bologna Airport | 24h00 | 2:00 PM Sofia Airport | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8814+ Regionale TRENORD 2954+ LO320 · LO631 | 1:18 PM Bologna Centrale | 23h42 | 2:00 PM Sofia Airport | 3 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8814+ Regionale TRENORD 2954+ LO320 · LO633 | 1:18 PM Bologna Centrale | 27h42 | 6:00 PM Sofia Airport | 3 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8814+ Regionale TRENORD 2954+ TK1876 · TK1027 | 1:18 PM Bologna Centrale | 18h27 | 8:45 AM Sofia Airport | 3 transfers | |
LH9483+ LH4158 | 1:30 PM Bologna Airport | 4h10 | 6:40 PM Sofia Airport | 1 transfer | |
EN8241+ LH4158 | 1:30 PM Bologna Airport | 4h10 | 6:40 PM Sofia Airport | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9630+ Regionale TRENORD 2956+ TK1876 · TK1027 | 1:56 PM Bologna Centrale | 17h49 | 8:45 AM Sofia Airport | 3 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9630+ Regionale TRENORD 2956+ LO320 · LO631 | 1:56 PM Bologna Centrale | 23h04 | 2:00 PM Sofia Airport | 3 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9630+ Regionale TRENORD 2956+ LO320 · LO633 | 1:56 PM Bologna Centrale | 27h04 | 6:00 PM Sofia Airport | 3 transfers | |
AF1829+ AF5470 | 2:50 PM Bologna Airport | 22h10 | 2:00 PM Sofia Airport | 1 transfer | |
TK1324 · TK1127 | 2:55 PM Bologna Airport | 20h20 | 12:15 PM Sofia Airport | 1 transfer | |
TK1324 · TK1027 | 2:55 PM Bologna Airport | 16h50 | 8:45 AM Sofia Airport | 1 transfer | |
TK1324 · TK1031 | 2:55 PM Bologna Airport | 23h05 | 3:00 PM Sofia Airport | 1 transfer | |
EN8881+ LH1430 | 3:10 PM Bologna Airport | 6h20 | 10:30 PM Sofia Airport | 1 transfer | |
LH5677+ LH1430 | 3:10 PM Bologna Airport | 6h20 | 10:30 PM Sofia Airport | 1 transfer | |
EN8243+ LH1706 | 5:10 PM Bologna Airport | 5h05 | 11:15 PM Sofia Airport | 1 transfer | |
LH9485+ LH1706 | 5:10 PM Bologna Airport | 5h05 | 11:15 PM Sofia Airport | 1 transfer | |
KL1666+ KL3077 | 5:25 PM Bologna Airport | 19h35 | 2:00 PM Sofia Airport | 1 transfer | |
AF1329+ AF5470 | 6:00 PM Bologna Airport | 19h00 | 2:00 PM Sofia Airport | 1 transfer | |
OS518+ OS779 | 7:10 PM Bologna Airport | 3h45 | 11:55 PM Sofia Airport | 1 transfer | |
TK1326 · TK1029 | 7:20 PM Bologna Airport | 24h00 | 8:20 PM Sofia Airport | 1 transfer | |
TK1326 · TK1127 | 7:20 PM Bologna Airport | 15h55 | 12:15 PM Sofia Airport | 1 transfer | |
TK1326 · TK1031 | 7:20 PM Bologna Airport | 18h40 | 3:00 PM Sofia Airport | 1 transfer | |
TK1326 · TK1027 | 7:20 PM Bologna Airport | 12h25 | 8:45 AM Sofia Airport | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TTPER 2066 · Regionale TTPER 2452+ Regionale TRENORD 2926+ FB456 | 5:00 AM Bologna Centrale | 14h00 | 8:00 PM Sofia Airport | 3 transfers | |
InterCityNotte 752+ Regionale TRENORD 2924+ LH9449+ LH4158 | 5:06 AM Bologna Centrale | 12h34 | 6:40 PM Sofia Airport | 3 transfers | |
InterCityNotte 752+ FB456+ Regionale TRENORD 2924 | 5:06 AM Bologna Centrale | 13h54 | 8:00 PM Sofia Airport | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2454 · S1 TRENORD 24022+ Regionale TRENORD 325+ FB456 | 5:28 AM Bologna Centrale | 13h32 | 8:00 PM Sofia Airport | 3 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2454 · S1 TRENORD 24020+ Regionale TRENORD 321+ FB456 | 5:28 AM Bologna Centrale | 13h32 | 8:00 PM Sofia Airport | 3 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2454+ Regionale TRENORD 2928+ FB456 | 5:28 AM Bologna Centrale | 13h32 | 8:00 PM Sofia Airport | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9562+ Regionale TRENORD 2926+ LH9449+ LH4158 | 5:34 AM Bologna Centrale | 12h06 | 6:40 PM Sofia Airport | 3 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9562+ Regionale TRENORD 2926+ AF1731+ AF5470 | 5:34 AM Bologna Centrale | 31h26 | 2:00 PM Sofia Airport | 3 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9562+ FB456+ Regionale TRENORD 2926 | 5:34 AM Bologna Centrale | 13h26 | 8:00 PM Sofia Airport | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2458+ Regionale TRENORD 2932+ FB456 | 5:53 AM Bologna Centrale | 13h07 | 8:00 PM Sofia Airport | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2458+ LO320 · LO635+ Regionale TRENORD 2932 | 5:53 AM Bologna Centrale | 18h52 | 1:45 AM Sofia Airport | 3 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2458 · S1 TRENORD 24024+ Regionale TRENORD 327+ FB456 | 5:53 AM Bologna Centrale | 13h07 | 8:00 PM Sofia Airport | 3 transfers | |
KL1660+ KL3077 | 6:00 AM Bologna Airport | 7h00 | 2:00 PM Sofia Airport | 1 transfer | |
EN8245+ LH1702 | 6:05 AM Bologna Airport | 5h05 | 12:10 PM Sofia Airport | 1 transfer | |
LH1702+ LH9487 | 6:05 AM Bologna Airport | 5h05 | 12:10 PM Sofia Airport | 1 transfer | |
EN8885+ LH1426 | 6:10 AM Bologna Airport | 5h50 | 1:00 PM Sofia Airport | 1 transfer | |
LH5679+ LH1426 | 6:10 AM Bologna Airport | 5h50 | 1:00 PM Sofia Airport | 1 transfer | |
AF1029+ AF5470 | 6:15 AM Bologna Airport | 6h45 | 2:00 PM Sofia Airport | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TTPER 2070+ Intercity 658+ Regionale TRENORD 2936+ LO320 | 6:33 AM Bologna Centrale | 34h27 | 6:00 PM Sofia Airport | 4 transfers | |
Regionale TTPER 2070+ Intercity 658+ Regionale TRENORD 2936+ LO320 | 6:33 AM Bologna Centrale | 18h12 | 1:45 AM Sofia Airport | 4 transfers | |
Regionale TTPER 2070+ Intercity 658+ Regionale TRENORD 2936+ FB456 | 6:33 AM Bologna Centrale | 12h27 | 8:00 PM Sofia Airport | 3 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9574+ Regionale TRENORD 2932+ LO320 · LO635 | 7:31 AM Bologna Centrale | 17h14 | 1:45 AM Sofia Airport | 3 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9574+ Regionale TRENORD 2932+ FB456 | 7:31 AM Bologna Centrale | 11h29 | 8:00 PM Sofia Airport | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3902 · Regionale 2294+ Regionale TRENORD 2938+ FB456 | 7:33 AM Bologna Centrale | 11h27 | 8:00 PM Sofia Airport | 3 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 3466 · Regionale TRENORD 2624+ Regionale TRENORD 2942+ FB456 | 8:10 AM Bologna Centrale | 10h50 | 8:00 PM Sofia Airport | 3 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9802+ Regionale TRENORD 2934+ LO320 · LO635 | 8:13 AM Bologna Centrale | 16h32 | 1:45 AM Sofia Airport | 3 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9802+ Regionale TRENORD 2934+ FB456 | 8:13 AM Bologna Centrale | 10h47 | 8:00 PM Sofia Airport | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9508+ Regionale TRENORD 2936+ LO320 · LO635 | 8:36 AM Bologna Centrale | 16h09 | 1:45 AM Sofia Airport | 3 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9508+ Regionale TRENORD 2936+ LO320 · LO633 | 8:36 AM Bologna Centrale | 32h24 | 6:00 PM Sofia Airport | 3 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9508+ FB456+ Regionale TRENORD 2936 | 8:36 AM Bologna Centrale | 10h24 | 8:00 PM Sofia Airport | 2 transfers | |
KL1662+ KL3077 | 9:15 AM Bologna Airport | 27h45 | 2:00 PM Sofia Airport | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9610+ Regionale TRENORD 2938+ FB456 | 9:26 AM Bologna Centrale | 9h34 | 8:00 PM Sofia Airport | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9610+ Regionale TRENORD 2938+ LO320 · LO633 | 9:26 AM Bologna Centrale | 31h34 | 6:00 PM Sofia Airport | 3 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9610+ LO320 · LO635+ Regionale TRENORD 2938 | 9:26 AM Bologna Centrale | 15h19 | 1:45 AM Sofia Airport | 3 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2466+ Regionale TRENORD 2946+ FB456 | 9:50 AM Bologna Centrale | 9h10 | 8:00 PM Sofia Airport | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2466+ LO320 · LO635+ Regionale TRENORD 2946 | 9:50 AM Bologna Centrale | 14h55 | 1:45 AM Sofia Airport | 3 transfers | |
AF1229+ AF5470 | 9:55 AM Bologna Airport | 27h05 | 2:00 PM Sofia Airport | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9612+ Regionale TRENORD 2940+ FB456 | 9:56 AM Bologna Centrale | 9h04 | 8:00 PM Sofia Airport | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 3840 · Regionale TRENORD 2628+ LO320 · LO633 | 10:10 AM Bologna Centrale | 30h50 | 6:00 PM Sofia Airport | 4 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 3840 · Regionale TRENORD 2628+ Regionale TRENORD 2950+ LO320 | 10:10 AM Bologna Centrale | 26h45 | 1:55 PM Sofia Airport | 4 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 3840 · Regionale TRENORD 2628+ LO320 · LO635 | 10:10 AM Bologna Centrale | 14h35 | 1:45 AM Sofia Airport | 4 transfers | |
TK1322 · TK1031 | 10:30 AM Bologna Airport | 27h30 | 3:00 PM Sofia Airport | 1 transfer | |
TK1322 · TK1027 | 10:30 AM Bologna Airport | 21h15 | 8:45 AM Sofia Airport | 1 transfer | |
TK1322 · TK1029 | 10:30 AM Bologna Airport | 8h50 | 8:20 PM Sofia Airport | 1 transfer | |
OS773+ OS514 | 10:45 AM Bologna Airport | 3h35 | 3:20 PM Sofia Airport | 1 transfer | |
OS775+ OS514 | 10:45 AM Bologna Airport | 6h25 | 6:10 PM Sofia Airport | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9618+ Regionale TRENORD 2944+ LO320 · LO635 | 10:56 AM Bologna Centrale | 13h49 | 1:45 AM Sofia Airport | 3 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9618+ Regionale TRENORD 2944+ FB456 | 10:56 AM Bologna Centrale | 8h04 | 8:00 PM Sofia Airport | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9618+ Regionale TRENORD 2944+ LO320 · LO633 | 10:56 AM Bologna Centrale | 30h04 | 6:00 PM Sofia Airport | 3 transfers | |
FB1640 · FB450 | 11:00 AM Bologna Airport | 7h40 | 7:40 PM Sofia Airport | 1 transfer | |
AZ1314+ AZ7178 | 11:00 AM Bologna Airport | 7h40 | 7:40 PM Sofia Airport | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 604+ LO320 · LO635+ Regionale TRENORD 2950 | 11:05 AM Bologna Centrale | 13h40 | 1:45 AM Sofia Airport | 3 transfers | |
Intercity 604+ Regionale TRENORD 2950+ LO320 · LO633 | 11:05 AM Bologna Centrale | 29h55 | 6:00 PM Sofia Airport | 3 transfers | |
Intercity 604+ Regionale TRENORD 2950+ LO320 · LO631 | 11:05 AM Bologna Centrale | 25h50 | 1:55 PM Sofia Airport | 3 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8810+ Regionale TRENORD 2946+ LO320 · LO635 | 11:18 AM Bologna Centrale | 13h27 | 1:45 AM Sofia Airport | 3 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8810+ Regionale TRENORD 2946+ FB456 | 11:18 AM Bologna Centrale | 7h42 | 8:00 PM Sofia Airport | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8810+ Regionale TRENORD 2946+ LO320 · LO633 | 11:18 AM Bologna Centrale | 29h42 | 6:00 PM Sofia Airport | 3 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2470+ Regionale TRENORD 2954+ LO320 · LO633 | 11:50 AM Bologna Centrale | 29h10 | 6:00 PM Sofia Airport | 3 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2470+ LO320 · LO635+ Regionale TRENORD 2954 | 11:50 AM Bologna Centrale | 12h55 | 1:45 AM Sofia Airport | 3 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9308+ Regionale TRENORD 2948+ LO320 · LO635 | 11:51 AM Bologna Centrale | 12h54 | 1:45 AM Sofia Airport | 3 transfers | |
Find all the dates and times for this journey
Compare bus and flight prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.
Discover the best of Sofia — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Sofia trip today.
Bulgaria’s main archaeological museum, housed in a former Ottoman mosque, with major Thracian, Roman, and medieval collections.
The country’s largest art museum, displaying Bulgarian and international art in a grand modern complex near Alexander Nevsky Cathedral.
A well-curated city museum inside the former Central Mineral Baths, covering Sofia’s urban, political, and cultural history.
Sofia’s main pedestrian boulevard, lined with shops and lively city views, with Vitosha Mountain often visible at the southern end.
A central open-air archaeological zone integrated into the modern city, popular for walking, photos, and easy access to Roman ruins.
Sofia’s best-known large park, offering tree-lined walks, monuments, sports areas, and a local daily-life atmosphere.
A classic Bulgarian salad of tomatoes, cucumbers, peppers, onions, and grated sirene cheese. It is one of the country’s most iconic dishes and a staple in Sofia restaurants.
A traditional baked pastry made with thin layers of dough, eggs, and white cheese. It is a beloved breakfast and snack across Sofia and Bulgaria.
A cold yogurt soup with cucumber, dill, garlic, and walnuts, especially popular in warm weather. It is refreshing and distinctly Bulgarian.
An established central Sofia restaurant focused on refined Bulgarian cuisine, local wines, and stylish interiors inspired by national traditions.
A popular and established restaurant on Vitosha Boulevard offering a broad menu, dependable service, and a lively atmosphere suited to a casual meal in central Sofia.
A well-known traditional Bulgarian restaurant with folklore decor, regional specialties, and a rustic atmosphere popular with visitors seeking classic local dishes.
Affordable by European capital standards. Public transport, casual dining, and coffee are low cost; hotels vary by season and location.
About 10% in restaurants for good service. Round up taxis. Small tips for hotel staff are appreciated but not required. No tip is expected for counter service.
Official public transport app
Sofia Airport Terminal 2, Sofia -> Sofia Central Railway Station, Sofia
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bologna to Sofia by flight. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest flight, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Sofia, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Here are some other resources that might have the information you need