Cheap Flights from Zagreb (ZAG) to Sofia (SOF)

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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Zagreb Airport to Sofia Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from £26. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Is this a good flight price? We’ll tell you.We compare today’s Zagreb Airport to Sofia Airport prices with what travellers usually pay, so you can see if now’s a good time to book, or if it’s worth waiting.

Sofia.£26 per passenger.Departing Sat, 18 Apr, returning Tue, 21 Apr.Return flight with Ryanair.Outbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from Zagreb on Sat, 18 Apr, arriving in Sofia.Inbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from Sofia on Tue, 21 Apr, arriving in Zagreb.Price includes taxes and charges.From £26, select.

Sofia.£26 per passenger.Departing Mon, 30 Mar, returning Sat, 18 Apr.Return flight with Ryanair.Outbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from Zagreb on Mon, 30 Mar, arriving in Sofia.Inbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from Sofia on Sat, 18 Apr, arriving in Zagreb.Price includes taxes and charges.From £26, select.

Sofia.£31 per passenger.Departing Mon, 18 May, returning Sat, 30 May.Return flight with Ryanair.Outbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from Zagreb on Mon, 18 May, arriving in Sofia.Inbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from Sofia on Sat, 30 May, arriving in Zagreb.Price includes taxes and charges.From £31, select.

Sofia.£33 per passenger.Departing Mon, 20 Apr, returning Sat, 9 May.Return flight with Ryanair.Outbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from Zagreb on Mon, 20 Apr, arriving in Sofia.Inbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from Sofia on Sat, 9 May, arriving in Zagreb.Price includes taxes and charges.From £33, select.

Sofia.£51 per passenger.Departing Sat, 30 May, returning Tue, 9 Jun.Return flight with Ryanair and Wizz Air.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Zagreb on Sat, 30 May, arriving in Sofia.Inbound indirect flight with Wizz Air, departs from Sofia on Tue, 9 Jun, arriving in Zagreb.Price includes taxes and charges.From £51, select.

Sofia.£59 per passenger.Departing Mon, 30 Mar, returning Tue, 31 Mar.Return flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Zagreb on Mon, 30 Mar, arriving in Sofia.Inbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Sofia on Tue, 31 Mar, arriving in Zagreb.Price includes taxes and charges.From £59, select.

Sofia.£73 per passenger.Departing Sun, 7 Jun, returning Wed, 10 Jun.Return flight with Ryanair and Wizz Air.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Zagreb on Sun, 7 Jun, arriving in Sofia.Inbound indirect flight with Wizz Air, departs from Sofia on Wed, 10 Jun, arriving in Zagreb.Price includes taxes and charges.From £73, select.

Sofia.£110 per passenger.Departing Sun, 30 Aug, returning Sun, 6 Sep.Return flight with Ryanair and Air Serbia.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Zagreb on Sun, 30 Aug, arriving in Sofia.Inbound indirect flight with Air Serbia, departs from Sofia on Sun, 6 Sep, arriving in Zagreb.Price includes taxes and charges.From £110, select.

Sofia.£113 per passenger.Departing Mon, 6 Jul, returning Fri, 10 Jul.Return flight with Ryanair and Wizz Air.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Zagreb on Mon, 6 Jul, arriving in Sofia.Inbound indirect flight with Wizz Air, departs from Sofia on Fri, 10 Jul, arriving in Zagreb.Price includes taxes and charges.From £113, select.

Sofia.£122 per passenger.Departing Thu, 24 Sep, returning Sun, 27 Sep.Return flight with Ryanair and Air Serbia.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Zagreb on Thu, 24 Sep, arriving in Sofia.Inbound indirect flight with Air Serbia, departs from Sofia on Sun, 27 Sep, arriving in Zagreb.Price includes taxes and charges.From £122, select.

Sofia.£123 per passenger.Departing Fri, 23 Oct, returning Fri, 30 Oct.Return flight with Ryanair and Air Serbia.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Zagreb on Fri, 23 Oct, arriving in Sofia.Inbound indirect flight with Air Serbia, departs from Sofia on Fri, 30 Oct, arriving in Zagreb.Price includes taxes and charges.From £123, select.

Sofia.£126 per passenger.Departing Sat, 6 Jun, returning Tue, 1 Sep.Return flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Zagreb on Sat, 6 Jun, arriving in Sofia.Inbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Sofia on Tue, 1 Sep, arriving in Zagreb.Price includes taxes and charges.From £126, select.

Sofia.£136 per passenger.Departing Thu, 30 Jul, returning Sun, 2 Aug.Return flight with Air Serbia.Outbound indirect flight with Air Serbia, departs from Zagreb on Thu, 30 Jul, arriving in Sofia.Inbound indirect flight with Air Serbia, departs from Sofia on Sun, 2 Aug, arriving in Zagreb.Price includes taxes and charges.From £136, select.

Sofia.£136 per passenger.Departing Mon, 24 Aug, returning Mon, 31 Aug.Return flight with Air Serbia.Outbound indirect flight with Air Serbia, departs from Zagreb on Mon, 24 Aug, arriving in Sofia.Inbound indirect flight with Air Serbia, departs from Sofia on Mon, 31 Aug, arriving in Zagreb.Price includes taxes and charges.From £136, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Zagreb to Sofia

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

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Zagreb to Sofia: Alternative routes

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Zagreb to Sofia: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found	£26
Cheapest month to fly	April
Average flight time	1 hr, 25 mins
Most popular airline	Ryanair
Average flights per week	7

Finding cheap flights from Zagreb to Sofia: Frequently asked questions

How much are return flights from Zagreb to Sofia?

The best price we found for a return flight from Zagreb to Sofia is £26. 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.

How long does it take to fly from Zagreb to Sofia?

1 hour and 25 minutes is the average flight time from Zagreb to Sofia.

Which airlines fly direct from Zagreb to Sofia?

Ryanair, Lauda Europe and Buzz fly direct from Zagreb to Sofia.

How many flights are there a week from Zagreb to Sofia?

As of March 2026, there are 7 flights per week flying from Zagreb to Sofia.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Zagreb to Sofia?

The cheapest month to fly from Zagreb to Sofia is usually April.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Zagreb Airport to Sofia Airport on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Zagreb Airport to Sofia Airport on Saturday, 18 April 2026.

Can I get a direct flight from Zagreb Airport to Sofia Airport?

Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 25 minutes.

How can I find the best flight deal to Sofia?

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 Sofia 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.

When is the best time to book flights to Sofia?

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

Which is the cheapest airline to fly from Zagreb Airport to Sofia with?

Currently, Ryanair offers the cheapest flight tickets to Sofia.

Flying from Franjo Tudman Airport (ZAG) to Sofia Airport (SOF): what you need to know

Jump on a direct flight from Franjo Tudman Airport to Sofia Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 1 hour 20 minutes.
Sofia's timezone is UTC+2, making Sofia one hour ahead of Zagreb.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Show up at the airport on time to board your ZAG to SOF flight.
Be prepared for longer queues in popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
Ryanair has direct flights from Franjo Tudman Airport to Sofia Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to see the sights in Sofia — and maybe even more of Bulgaria if your schedule allows.
Ryanair is the airline most travellers choose to fly with on this route.

How to find the cheapest flights from Franjo Tudman Airport (ZAG) to Sofia Airport (SOF)

The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Franjo Tudman Airport to Sofia Airport flight is £12. A round-trip ticket right now is £26. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
Score cheap tickets from ZAG to SOF by booking at least five months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.
April is the cheapest month for flights from Franjo Tudman Airport to Sofia Airport. If you want to travel during 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 ZAG to SOF is a cinch with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know when a new deal comes up.
Find the right flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Franjo Tudman Airport to Sofia Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by arrival and departure times, airline, and number of stops.

Handy information about Franjo Tudman Airport (ZAG)

67.18% of flights that leave from Franjo Tudman Airport reach their destination on time.
To reach Franjo Tudman Airport from central Zagreb, it takes about 25 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 10 miles from the airport to the city centre.
The trip on public transport will take about 1 hour.
Get your travels off to a hassle-free start by staying near ZAG. Whether you have an early flight from Franjo Tudman Airport to Sofia Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels have you covered:

Arriving at Sofia Airport (SOF)

If you're arriving on a late Franjo Tudman Airport to Sofia Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of being near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be resting shortly after at one of these options near SOF:
Hit the road running by picking up a Sofia Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from MEX, Surprice or NU Car Rentals and experience the lesser-explored corners of Sofia and beyond.
Lock in the best possible rate by booking your vehicle from Sofia Airport about one week in advance of your trip.

Getting from Sofia Airport (SOF) to central Sofia

Sofia Airport is roughly 7 miles from central Sofia. The drive time takes around 15 minutes.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of around 35 minutes.

When to fly to Sofia Airport (SOF)

The quietest month for a flight from Franjo Tudman Airport to Sofia Airport is April, while August is the busiest. Choose the best time to visit Sofia based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
The warmest month in Sofia is August, with temperatures ranging between 14ºC (57ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Lock in your flights from Franjo Tudman Airport to Sofia Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from ZAG to SOF in January. Temperatures average between -11ºC (12ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF) then.

Explore more of Bulgaria

You've visited Sofia, now it's time to discover other corners of Bulgaria. Travel around 80 miles south-east to Plovdiv to tick off its must-visit sights. From Plovdiv Old Town to Plovdiv Roman Theatre and Archaelogical Complex Nebet Tepe, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
If you're looking to explore another side of Bulgaria, head for Varna, roughly 240 miles east of Sofia. Park Asparuhovo - Asparuhovo sea garden, Dormition of theotokos Cathedral and Sunset viewpoint (място за гледане на Залеза) are among the biggest draws.