How to travel from Dortmund to Sofia

There are 2 options to travel between Dortmund and Sofia including taking a bus and flight.

The cheapest way to travel from Dortmund to Sofia is a bus with an average price of €118.

This is compared to other travel options from Dortmund to Sofia:

A bus is €548 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Dortmund to Sofia costing on average €666.

The fastest way to travel from Dortmund to Sofia is by flight with an average journey time of 6h 8m.

Other travel options to Sofia take longer:

Bus takes on average 32h 1m.

The distance from Dortmund to Sofia is approximately 959 miles (1544 km).

The average frequency per day from Dortmund to Sofia is:

• Around 58 flights per day.
• Around 2 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Dortmund and Sofia as scheduled services by bus and flight can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Dortmund to Sofia:

• Buses mostly depart from Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf and arrive in София, Централна Aвтогара 2 (Sofia, Centralna Avtogara 2).
• Flights mostly depart from Dusseldorf Airport and arrive in Sofia Airport.

If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Dortmund to Sofia, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:

• Travel with Turkish Airlines, Lufthansa, Air Serbia, Lot Polish Airlines, Eurowings, Bulgaria Air, Austrian Airlines, Pegasus, tarom, Air France, Lufthansa City Airlines, Wizz Air, Air Baltic, Qatar Airways, Buzz, Global Supply Systems, Swiss, Malta Air, British Airways, Helvetic Airways, Lufthansa Cityline, CitizenPlane to go to Sofia by flight.
• Travel with FlixBus, Union Ivkoni International to go to Sofia by bus.

Yes, there are direct services available from Dortmund to Sofia with the following travel companies:

• 1 direct flights per day with Wizz Air, Buzz, Malta Air, CitizenPlane.
• 0 direct buses per day with Union Ivkoni International.

Omio customers who travel from Dortmund to Sofia often also extend their vacation to go to Plovdiv, Istanbul, Bucharest, Thessaloniki, Belgrade. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Sofia and these popular destinations at a great price.

Most travelers need at least three days in Sofia to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.

In Sofia, you can enjoy a leisurely walk or outdoor activities in Borisova Gradina, visit the Sofia Zoo to see a wide variety of animals, and learn about the city's past at the Sofia History Museum. Explore ancient Roman ruins at the Serdika Archaeological Complex or experience world-class performances at the Sofia Opera and Ballet. Don't miss the stunning Alexander Nevsky Cathedral, vibrant Vitosha Boulevard, and the National Palace of Culture. Visit the Boyana Church for its medieval frescoes and explore the Sofia Central Mineral Baths, a historic site with beautiful architecture.

Typically, spending 2 to 3 days in Sofia allows visitors to explore its main attractions, such as Alexander Nevsky Cathedral, Vitosha Boulevard, and the National Palace of Culture, while also enjoying the local cuisine and culture.