Cheap Flights from Sofia (SOF) to Edinburgh (EDI)

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Flight deals from Sofia Airport to Edinburgh Airport

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Sofia Airport to Edinburgh Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from £70. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Sofia to Edinburgh

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

Direct flights from Sofia to Edinburgh

Sofia to Edinburgh: Alternative routes

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

Sofia to Edinburgh: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found£17
Cheapest month to flyMarch
Average flight time3 hrs, 38 mins
Most popular airlineRyanair
Average flights per week5

Finding cheap flights from Sofia to Edinburgh: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Sofia to Edinburgh is £59. 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.
3 hours and 38 minutes is the average flight time from Sofia to Edinburgh.
Ryanair flies direct from Sofia to Edinburgh.
As of March 2026, there are 5 flights per week flying from Sofia to Edinburgh.
The cheapest month to fly from Sofia to Edinburgh is usually March.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Sofia Airport to Edinburgh Airport on Tuesday, 31 March 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 3 hours and 38 minutes.
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 Edinburgh 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.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Edinburgh is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Ryanair offers the cheapest flight tickets to Edinburgh.

Travelling from Sofia Airport (SOF) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI): what you need to know

  • The average length of a direct flight from Sofia Airport to Edinburgh Airport is 3 hours 45 minutes.

  • The timezone in Edinburgh is UTC+0, which is two hours behind Sofia.

  • Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Show up at the airport on time to catch your SOF to EDI flight.

  • You'll likely experience longer lines in popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.

  • Ryanair is your gateway to discovering Edinburgh (and perhaps some other exciting corners of United Kingdom!). Browse the direct flights from Sofia Airport to Edinburgh Airport offered by this popular carrier.

  • The airline with the highest number of bookings on this route is Ryanair.

  • The most punctual carrier operating SOF to EDI flights is Ryanair. Its services land as planned 68.0% of the time.

  • We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Sofia Airport to Edinburgh Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Stopovers between SOF and EDI include:

    • Hamburg Airport

    • Memmingen Allgau Airport

    • Amsterdam Airport Schiphol

How to find the cheapest flights from Sofia Airport (SOF) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)

  • Right now, £17 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Sofia Airport to Edinburgh Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is £59. Bear in mind that fares may change due to demand when booking.

  • Book seven months before travelling. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap tickets from SOF to EDI.

  • June is the cheapest month for flights from Sofia Airport to Edinburgh Airport. If you prefer to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices across every month.

  • Getting your hands on cheap flights from SOF to EDI couldn't be easier with Price Alerts. Simply set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know as soon as a new deal comes up.

  • Find the perfect flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Sofia Airport to Edinburgh Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by airline, arrival and departure times, and number of stops.

Handy information about Sofia Airport (SOF)

  • Of the departures from Sofia Airport, 66.73% land on time at their destination.

  • Central Sofia to Sofia Airport is approximately 7 miles. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 15 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.

  • You can expect a journey time of around 35 minutes on public transport.

  • Get your trip off to a leisurely start by staying near SOF. Whether you're taking an early flight from Sofia Airport to Edinburgh Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays are the answer:

Arriving at Edinburgh Airport (EDI)

  • The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Sofia Airport to Edinburgh Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near EDI instead:

  • Grab an Edinburgh Airport rental car and discover Edinburgh and beyond with your own set of wheels. Green Motion, Drivalia and Hertz are leading providers you can book with here.

  • Reserving your ride from Edinburgh Airport around one week in advance can help you get the lowest rate.

Getting from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to central Edinburgh

  • From Edinburgh Airport, Edinburgh is approximately 9 miles away. It takes around 30 minutes to drive to the centre.

  • Getting there by public transport typically takes 40 minutes.

When to fly to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)

  • June is the most popular month for flights from Sofia Airport to Edinburgh Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, visit Edinburgh in January.

  • The warmest month in Edinburgh is July, with temperatures ranging between 9ºC (48ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF). Book your flights from Sofia Airport to Edinburgh Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.

  • January has average temperatures of between -1ºC (30ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF). Look for cheap tickets from SOF to EDI sometime then if you like cooler conditions.

Explore more of United Kingdom

  • Birmingham is just one of the many places in United Kingdom waiting to be explored once you've seen Edinburgh. Around 250 miles away to the south, well-known attractions include Cadbury World, The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre.

  • If you're looking to explore another great destination in United Kingdom, consider Glasgow, about 40 miles west of Edinburgh. Glasgow Cathedral, Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum and Riverside Museum are key highlights.

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