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Cheap flights from Sofia to Budapest from £17

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 12/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SOF — BUD
1 Apr — 8 Apr1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Sofia to Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl are usually found in January or August, booked 73 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Monday and return on a Monday

Cheap flight deals from Sofia to Budapest

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Sofia (SOF) to Budapest (BUD). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 27 March 2025.

Round-trip from

£29

One-way from

£17

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

January

Average price

£72
Ryanair
  • Ryanair
  • 17/5-19/5
  • Nonstop
  • 2h 45m total
  • Sofia to Budapest
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Ryanair
  • Ryanair
  • 12/4
  • Nonstop
  • 1h 20m total
  • Sofia to Budapest
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 9% potential increase in price (£5 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 7% potential price decrease (£4 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Cheapest flights from Sofia to Budapest
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Sofia to Budapest. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 27 March 2025.

Mon 21/405:45SOF - BUD
Nonstop1h 20mRyanair
Thu 24/415:25BUD - SOF
Nonstop1h 25mRyanair
Deal found 27/3£34
Sat 10/505:00SOF - BUD
1 stop5h 00mMultiple Airlines
Sat 17/520:25BUD - SOF
Nonstop1h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/3£92
Tue 5/816:05SOF - BUD
1 stop23h 35mAir Serbia
Wed 13/819:45BUD - SOF
1 stop6h 10mAir Serbia
Deal found 26/3£126
Thu 17/418:40SOF - BUD
1 stop15h 00mLufthansa
Tue 22/417:30BUD - SOF
1 stop4h 30mLufthansa
Deal found 27/3£210
Thu 17/408:00SOF - BUD
1 stop7h 30mAustrian Airlines
Tue 22/415:10BUD - SOF
1 stop23h 10mAustrian Airlines
Deal found 27/3£211
Thu 8/512:45SOF - BUD
2 stops21h 00mSWISS
Tue 13/520:00BUD - SOF
2 stops15h 00mSWISS
Deal found 27/3£270
Thu 3/420:25SOF - BUD
1 stop17h 25mPegasus Airlines
Mon 7/413:45BUD - SOF
2 stops20h 30mPegasus Airlines
Deal found 27/3£441

Cheapflights Fare Finder

Customise your flight search to find flights from Sofia to Budapest that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 858,174 searches. Data last updated 27 March 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Sofia to Budapest that are best for you.

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Sofia

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Budapest

Route

Depart

Return

Price

SofiaBudapest

SOF - BUD

SOFBUD

Sofia

Sat 17/5

23:15-23:35

Nonstop1h 20m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Mon 19/5

06:45-09:10

Nonstop1h 25m

£29

SofiaBudapest

SOF - BUD

SOFBUD

Sofia

Sat 10/5

05:00-09:00

1 stop5h 00m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Sat 17/5

20:25-22:50

Nonstop1h 25m

£92

SofiaBudapest

SOF - BUD

SOFBUD

Sofia

Tue 5/8

16:05-14:40

1 stop23h 35m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Wed 13/8

19:45-02:55

1 stop6h 10m

£126

SofiaBudapest

SOF - BUD

SOFBUD

Sofia

Thu 17/4

18:40-08:40

1 stop15h 00m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Tue 22/4

17:30-23:00

1 stop4h 30m

£210

SofiaBudapest

SOF - BUD

SOFBUD

Sofia

Thu 17/4

08:00-14:30

1 stop7h 30m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Tue 22/4

15:10-15:20

1 stop23h 10m

£211

SofiaBudapest

SOF - BUD

SOFBUD

Sofia

Sat 10/5

10:50-08:45

1 stop22h 55m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Sat 17/5

20:00-12:00

2 stops15h 00m

£259

SofiaBudapest

SOF - BUD

SOFBUD

Sofia

Thu 17/4

20:25-12:50

1 stop17h 25m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Mon 21/4

13:45-11:15

2 stops20h 30m

£561

SofiaBudapest

SOF - BUD

SOFBUD

Sofia

Sat 12/4

23:15-23:35

Nonstop1h 20m

£17

SofiaBudapest

SOF - BUD

SOFBUD

Sofia

Sat 12/4

05:00-14:40

1 stop10h 40m

£58

SofiaBudapest

SOF - BUD

SOFBUD

Sofia

Sat 28/6

12:45-19:15

2 stops31h 30m

£160

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Best time to book a flight from Sofia to Budapest

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Sofia to Budapest

How far ahead should I book a flight from Sofia to Budapest?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Sofia to Budapest. Price data was last updated on 21 March 2025.

Booking 40 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Sofia to Budapest. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Sofia to Budapest?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sofia to Budapest (average of £79). Flying from Sofia to Budapest in July is currently the most expensive (average of £218). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from SOF to BUD?

Find hourly flight availability from Sofia to Budapest. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 27 March 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Sofia to Budapest in the morning. By choosing this option you can save up to 84% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the evening.

Rainfall in Budapest by month

Plan your trip to Budapest by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Budapest ranges from 30.0 - 70.0 inches per month. May is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 70.0 mm. February is typically the driest time to visit Budapest when rainfall is around 30.0 mm.

Temperature in Budapest by month

Plan your trip to Budapest by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Budapest, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 20.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 0.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing Budapest

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Budapest. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Budapest. Reviews last updated 27 March 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Austrian Airlines, SWISS and Ryanair from Sofia to Budapest to help guide your decision. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Austrian Airlines
7.5
Good
769 reviews
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Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.6

Food

6.8

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

6.7

Overall

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ely,Mar 2025

VIE - PMI

Luggage at destination was not split into priorities. Had business and only got my bag after 20 minutes, almost towards the end and I was in a rush, so the "priority" was completely ignored.
Austrian Airlines
7.5
Good
769 reviews
Austrian Airlines
7.5
Good
769 reviews
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Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.6

Food

6.8

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

6.7

Overall

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ely,Mar 2025

VIE - PMI

Luggage at destination was not split into priorities. Had business and only got my bag after 20 minutes, almost towards the end and I was in a rush, so the "priority" was completely ignored.
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,570 reviews
Austrian Airlines
7.5
Good
769 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.6

Food

6.8

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

6.7

Overall

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ely,Mar 2025

VIE - PMI

Luggage at destination was not split into priorities. Had business and only got my bag after 20 minutes, almost towards the end and I was in a rush, so the "priority" was completely ignored.
Ryanair
6.8
Okay
5,005 reviews
Austrian Airlines
7.5
Good
769 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.6

Food

6.8

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

6.7

Overall

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ely,Mar 2025

VIE - PMI

Luggage at destination was not split into priorities. Had business and only got my bag after 20 minutes, almost towards the end and I was in a rush, so the "priority" was completely ignored.
Pegasus Airlines
6.8
Okay
613 reviews
Austrian Airlines
7.5
Good
769 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.6

Food

6.8

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

6.7

Overall

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ely,Mar 2025

VIE - PMI

Luggage at destination was not split into priorities. Had business and only got my bag after 20 minutes, almost towards the end and I was in a rush, so the "priority" was completely ignored.
Lufthansa
6.7
Okay
6,955 reviews
Austrian Airlines
7.5
Good
769 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.6

Food

6.8

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

6.7

Overall

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ely,Mar 2025

VIE - PMI

Luggage at destination was not split into priorities. Had business and only got my bag after 20 minutes, almost towards the end and I was in a rush, so the "priority" was completely ignored.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Sofia to Budapest. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How popular is this Sofia to Budapest flight route?

    The Sofia to Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl flight path was viewed by 2 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Sofia to Budapest round-trip?

    Flying on Ryanair is currently your cheapest option to Budapest, with prices starting at £29. Additional return tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Air Serbia and Lufthansa, with the lowest prices starting at £126 and £210, respectively. Users have found that Ryanair is 57% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Sofia to Budapest one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as £17 on Ryanair. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Air Serbia from £58 and SWISS from £160 one-way.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Sofia to Budapest that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Sofia to Budapest flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Sofia to Budapest?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Sofia to Budapest.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Sofia to Budapest?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Sofia to Budapest by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Sofia to Budapest?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sofia to Budapest (average of £79). Flying from Sofia to Budapest in July is currently the most expensive (average of £218). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top airline flying from Sofia to Budapest

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RyanairCheapest£25Average£67FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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