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Science and Industry Museum
Leading museum of science, industry, transport, and computing on a historic railway site. Essential for understanding Manchester's global impact.
Cheapest price on Oct 10
$285
Average ticket price on Oct 10
$285
Fastest journey on Oct 10
8 h 35 m
Average journey duration on Oct 10
8 h 35 m
Flights on Oct 10
1
Distance
2227 km
The best way to find a cheap flight ticket from Sofia to Manchester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Sofia to Manchester will cost around $285 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $285.
On Sat, Oct 10, we found 1 flights from Sofia to Manchester, including 1 direct services.
On Sat, Oct 10 the direct flights cover the 2227 km distance in an average of 8 h 35 m but if you time it right, some flights will get you there in just 8 h 35 m .
On Sat, Oct 10 the longest flights will take 8 h 35 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.


Flights from Sofia to Manchester depart on average 30 times per day, taking around 5h 12m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at $207 but you can travel from only $207 by bus.
The earliest flight runs at 05:00, the last at 23:30. The fastest flight covers the 1383 miles (2227 km) distance in 3h 40m. July is the cheapest month to fly.
Distance 1383 miles (2227 km) |
Average flight duration 5h 12m |
Cheapest ticket price $207 |
Flights per day 30 |
Fastest flight 3h 40m |
First flight 5:00 AM |
Last flight 11:30 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Best time to book 91 days |
The table below shows live departures for Sofia to Manchester flights for today, Friday, October 9. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 11:05 AM Sofia | 21h30 | 8:35 AM Manchester | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:15 AM Sofia | 9h40 | 8:55 PM Manchester | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 2:00 PM Sofia | 23h05 | 1:05 PM Manchester | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Most Sofia to Manchester flights use the Sofia Airport to Manchester Airport airport pair. Use this guide to compare Sofia and Manchester airports on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like airport facilities and services.
Sofia Airport is 6 km from Sofia city centre. Public transport options include:
Sofia Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, Lounge, and Lost and Found Office.
Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport. ATMs are located in both terminals.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Sofia Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Sofia Airport: Ramps, toilets.
Manchester Airport is 13 km from Manchester city centre. Public transport options include:
Manchester Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, Lounge, and Lost and Found Office.
Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport. ATMs are located in all terminals.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Manchester Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Airport: Assistance, toilets.
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