- Must visit
Museo Storico e il Parco del Castello di Miramare
Museum inside Miramare Castle with preserved imperial rooms and decorative arts. Essential for understanding Habsburg Trieste in a spectacular setting.
Flights from Sofia to Trieste depart on average 15 times per day, taking around 4h 13m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at $223 (€183) but you can travel from only $69 (€57) by bus.
The earliest flight runs at 00:15, the last at 21:40. The fastest flight covers the 514 miles (828 km) distance in 3h 5m. December is the cheapest month to fly.
Distance 514 miles (828 km) |
Average flight duration 4h 13m |
Cheapest ticket price $223 (€183) |
Flights per day 15 |
Fastest flight 3h 5m |
First flight 12:15 AM |
Last flight 9:40 PM |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Best time to book 1 day |
Cheapest price on Sep 23
$339
Average ticket price on Sep 23
$396
Fastest journey on Sep 23
8 h 25 m
Average journey duration on Sep 23
11 h 38 m
Flights on Sep 23
4
Distance
828 km
The best way to find a cheap flight ticket from Sofia to Trieste is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Sofia to Trieste will cost around $396 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $339.
On Wed, Sep 23, we found 4 flights from Sofia to Trieste, including 4 direct services.
On Wed, Sep 23 the direct flights cover the 828 km distance in an average of 11 h 38 m but if you time it right, some flights will get you there in just 8 h 25 m .
On Wed, Sep 23 the longest flights will take 20 h 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.








Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Sofia to Trieste among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $116 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 6h 13m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $116, while a flight costs an average of $580.
Distance: 514 miles (828 km)
| Flight | Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$580 Average price | $116 Average price Cheapest | $288 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 13m Average total duration Fastest 4h 13m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 17h 28m Average total duration 16h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 3m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Sofia to Trieste:
A bus is $464 (€380) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Sofia to Trieste costing on average $580 (€475).
Other travel options to Trieste take longer:
Bus takes on average 16h 58m.
The table below shows live departures for Sofia to Trieste flights for today, Tuesday, September 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 5:05 PM Sofia | 19h55 | 1:00 PM Trieste | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Wednesday, September 23 | |||||
![]() | 3:20 AM Sofia | 8h25 | 11:45 AM Trieste | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 4:10 AM Sofia | 8h50 | 1:00 PM Trieste | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last flight of the day. | |||||
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Museum inside Miramare Castle with preserved imperial rooms and decorative arts. Essential for understanding Habsburg Trieste in a spectacular setting.
Main civic art museum with Italian paintings, sculpture, fashion, and design. A strong overview of Trieste’s artistic and cultural development.
Museum in San Giusto Castle presenting archaeology, weapons, and civic collections. It pairs well with the hilltop setting and city panoramas.
Trieste’s canal district with waterside buildings, churches, and cafés nearby. It is among the city’s most photogenic and walkable central areas.
Seafront promenade stretching along Barcola, popular for sunset walks, swimming spots, and open gulf views. It is a beloved everyday Trieste experience.
Popular urban beach and waterfront district north of the center. Visitors come for sea access, relaxed walks, and classic Adriatic scenery.
A hearty bean and sauerkraut soup with pork, shaped by Trieste's Austro-Hungarian heritage. It is one of the city's most iconic cold-weather dishes.
Boiled pork platter, often with cotechino, tongue and sauerkraut. A classic Trieste meal linked to Central European culinary traditions.
Breaded and fried anchovies, usually served crisp as a popular Adriatic seafood dish in local trattorias and osmize.
Refined seafood restaurant with a long reputation for elegant Adriatic dishes and polished service near central Trieste.
Well-known seafood restaurant serving fresh fish and Adriatic specialties in a warm, established local atmosphere.
Classic Trieste café famous for coffee, pastries and literary history. Ideal for local coffee culture and traditional sweets.
Moderate for Italy: hotels can rise in peak season, but dining and local buses are reasonable versus Venice or Milan.
Service is often included. Rounding up or leaving €1-2 at cafés is enough; 5-10% in restaurants is appreciated, not expected. Taxis are usually rounded up.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Sofia to Trieste 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 Trieste, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Sofia to Trieste flights use the Sofia Airport to Trieste Friuli Venezia Giulia Airport airport pair. Use this guide to compare Sofia and Trieste 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.
Trieste Friuli Venezia Giulia Airport is 1 km from Trieste city centre. Public transport options include:
Trieste Friuli Venezia Giulia 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 the main terminal.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Trieste Friuli Venezia Giulia Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Trieste Friuli Venezia Giulia Airport: Elevators, ramps.
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