Berlin to Sofia (BER–SOF) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
BER–SOF is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. Ryanair and Bulgaria Air lead the route. The flight covers 811 miles in approximately 2h 10m. Beyond nonstop, 61 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FR Ryanair | 6 | 73H | 2h15 | – | – | – |
| FB Bulgaria Air | 3 | 221 | 2h10 | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Travel Essentials
BER: CEST · SOF: EEST
When it's 6:00 PM in Berlin, it's 7:00 PM in Sofia.
Germany and Bulgaria are both EU members. German citizens can enter Bulgaria with a valid passport or national ID card. No visa or time limit applies.
Bulgaria joined the Schengen Area for air and sea borders in March 2024, so flights from Germany to Bulgaria no longer go through passport control. Land borders still have checks for now. German nationals can live and work in Bulgaria without permits. For stays over 3 months, register at the local Migration Directorate office. Healthcare is covered through the EHIC card.
The Airport Express (FEX) train runs non-stop from Berlin Hauptbahnhof and Ostbahnhof to BER in 30 minutes (€3.80 with ABC zone ticket, or included in Berlin day passes). S-Bahn S9 also connects the airport to central Berlin with stops, taking about 45–50 minutes for the same fare.Taxis from Mitte cost €40–55 (35–50 min). Ride-shares (Uber) run €30–45. The A113 motorway provides direct access from the city ring. Parking from €10/day in the P4/P5 lots with terminal walkway. BER opened in 2020 after years of delays; infrastructure is new and well-organized.
BER–SOF Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from BER to SOF
Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER) and Sofia Airport (SOF) are connected by nonstop service from Bulgaria Air and Ryanair. With 9 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.
BER to SOF Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from BER to SOF ranges from 2 hours 10 minutes to 2 hours 15 minutes. The route covers a distance of 811 miles (1,305 km). There are approximately 9 weekly flights outbound and 9 return, totaling 18 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
61 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 4 hours via ZAG. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.