£62 Cheap Flights from Sofia (SOF) to Athens International (ATH)

Q: How much are return flights from Sofia to Athens International?

The best price we found for a return flight from Sofia to Athens International is £62. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.

Q: How long does it take to fly from Sofia to Athens International?

1 hour and 18 minutes is the average flight time from Sofia to Athens International.

Q: Which airlines fly direct from Sofia to Athens International?

Aegean Airlines, Bulgaria Air and SKY express fly direct from Sofia to Athens International.

Q: How many flights are there a week from Sofia to Athens International?

As of April 2025, there are 29 flights per week flying from Sofia to Athens International.

Q: When is the cheapest time to fly from Sofia to Athens International?

The cheapest month to fly from Sofia to Athens International is usually April 2025.

Q: Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Sofia Airport to Athens International Airport on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Sofia Airport to Athens International Airport on Friday, 6 June 2025 .

Q: Can I get a direct flight from Sofia Airport to Athens International Airport?

Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 18 minutes.

Q: How can I find the best flight deal to Athens International?

We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Athens International but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

Q: When is the best time to book flights to Athens?

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Athens is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Q: Which is the cheapest airline to fly from Sofia Airport to Athens International with?

Currently, SKY express offers the cheapest flight tickets to Athens International.

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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Sofia to Athens International? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Athens.£62 per passenger.Departing Fri, 6 Jun, returning Thu, 12 Jun.Return flight with SKY express.Outbound direct flight with SKY express departs from Sofia on Fri, 6 Jun, arriving in Athens International.Inbound direct flight with SKY express departs from Athens International on Thu, 12 Jun, arriving in Sofia.Price includes taxes and charges.From £62, select.

Athens.£66 per passenger.Departing Sun, 7 Dec, returning Mon, 8 Dec.Return flight with SKY express.Outbound direct flight with SKY express departs from Sofia on Sun, 7 Dec, arriving in Athens International.Inbound direct flight with SKY express departs from Athens International on Mon, 8 Dec, arriving in Sofia.Price includes taxes and charges.From £66, select.

Athens.£66 per passenger.Departing Thu, 13 Nov, returning Thu, 4 Dec.Return flight with SKY express.Outbound direct flight with SKY express departs from Sofia on Thu, 13 Nov, arriving in Athens International.Inbound direct flight with SKY express departs from Athens International on Thu, 4 Dec, arriving in Sofia.Price includes taxes and charges.From £66, select.

Athens.£66 per passenger.Departing Mon, 3 Nov, returning Wed, 5 Nov.Return flight with SKY express.Outbound direct flight with SKY express departs from Sofia on Mon, 3 Nov, arriving in Athens International.Inbound direct flight with SKY express departs from Athens International on Wed, 5 Nov, arriving in Sofia.Price includes taxes and charges.From £66, select.

Athens.£67 per passenger.Departing Thu, 21 Aug, returning Mon, 25 Aug.Return flight with SKY express.Outbound direct flight with SKY express departs from Sofia on Thu, 21 Aug, arriving in Athens International.Inbound direct flight with SKY express departs from Athens International on Mon, 25 Aug, arriving in Sofia.Price includes taxes and charges.From £67, select.

Athens.£69 per passenger.Departing Fri, 25 Jul, returning Wed, 30 Jul.Return flight with SKY express.Outbound direct flight with SKY express departs from Sofia on Fri, 25 Jul, arriving in Athens International.Inbound direct flight with SKY express departs from Athens International on Wed, 30 Jul, arriving in Sofia.Price includes taxes and charges.From £69, select.

Athens.£70 per passenger.Departing Thu, 1 May, returning Wed, 7 May.Return flight with SKY express.Outbound direct flight with SKY express departs from Sofia on Thu, 1 May, arriving in Athens International.Inbound direct flight with SKY express departs from Athens International on Wed, 7 May, arriving in Sofia.Price includes taxes and charges.From £70, select.

Athens.£70 per passenger.Departing Wed, 14 Jan, returning Wed, 28 Jan.Return flight with Aegean Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Aegean Airlines departs from Sofia on Wed, 14 Jan, arriving in Athens International.Inbound direct flight with Aegean Airlines departs from Athens International on Wed, 28 Jan, arriving in Sofia.Price includes taxes and charges.From £70, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Sofia to Athens International

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Sofia to Athens International flights are currently cheapest in June.

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Sofia to Athens International: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Sofia to Athens below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Athens International.

Sofia to Athens: Flight information

The things to know before you go.

Cheapest flight found	£62
Cheapest month to fly	June
Average flight time	1 hr, 18 mins
Most popular airline	Aegean Airlines
Average flights per week	29

Finding cheap flights from Sofia to Athens International: Frequently asked questions

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Flying from Sofia Airport (SOF) to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH): what you need to know

Hop on a direct flight from Sofia Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 1 hour 20 minutes.
Sofia and Athens follow the same timezone, UTC+2.
Flights from SOF to ATH start from 09:35 — the first with Sky Express. The last departure is at 22:20 with Sky Express. Overall, you can take your pick of 84 weekly Sofia Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport flights.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Be at the airport with enough time to catch your SOF to ATH flight.
Flying during a peak time like August? Major public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer queues at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
With direct flights from Sofia Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport available through various airlines, flying to Athens (and then other parts of Greece) is easy. You can travel nonstop with:
The airline with the highest passenger demand on this route is Aegean Airlines.
Aegean Airlines tops the rankings as the most punctual carrier for SOF to ATH flights, with 82.98% of services landing as scheduled.
If you'd like to include a stop along the way, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Sofia Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between SOF and ATH:
- Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport
- Ioannis Kapodistrias Airport
- Chania International Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Sofia Airport (SOF) to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)

The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Sofia Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport flight is £27. A round-trip fare right now is £62. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
To score cheap tickets from SOF to ATH, book your trip seven months ahead of your departure date.
The cheapest month for flights from Sofia Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have a flexible schedule.
Snapping up cheap flights from SOF to ATH is a cinch with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch when a new discounted fare appears.
Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Sofia Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport.

Handy information about Sofia Airport (SOF)

When it comes to Sofia Airport's on-time performance, data shows 66.73% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
To get to Sofia Airport from central Sofia, it'll take about 15 minutes if you're travelling by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 7 miles from the airport to the city centre.
The trip when using public transport usually takes 35 minutes.
Get your break off to a leisurely start by staying near SOF. Whether you've booked an early flight from Sofia Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays are perfect:

Arriving at Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)

Book a hotel near ATH if you have a late Sofia Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport flight. Check in to one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up an Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Centauro, Green Motion or Surprice to explore Athens and beyond.
Reserving your ride from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport around three weeks in advance can help you get the best possible rate.

Getting from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) to central Athens

Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to central Athens has a drive time of around 35 minutes. It's approximately 25 miles away.
Travelling on public transport will take you around 1 hour.

When to fly to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)

It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from Sofia Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport. July is the most popular month to visit Athens. If you're after a quieter vibe, go in January.
The warmest month in Athens is July, with temperatures ranging between 22ºC (72ºF) and 37ºC (99ºF). Book your flights from Sofia Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from SOF to ATH in January. Temperatures average between 4ºC (39ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF) then.

Explore more of Greece

Athens has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of Greece just waiting to be explored. About 190 miles north of Athens, a visit to Thessaloniki will keep you on the go. Start with leading sights like Arch of Galerius, Aristotelous Square and Museum of Byzantine Culture.
Larisa is another essential stop in Greece and is around 130 miles north-west of Athens. No journey is complete without dropping by Agioi Saranta, Saint George Orthodox Church and Second Ancient Theatre.