Dubai to Sofia (DXB–SOF) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
DXB–SOF is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. flydubai and Emirates lead the route. The flight covers 2,172 miles in approximately 5h 45m. Beyond nonstop, 39 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FZ flydubai | 10 | 73H, 7M8 | 5h50-6h51 | – | – | – |
| EK Emirates | 7 | 7M8 | 5h45 | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Sofia from Dubai
| Metric | DXB→SOF | AUH→SOF |
|---|---|---|
| Distance from DXB | – | 72 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 2 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 17 | 3 |
| Flight time | 5h 45m | 5h 45m |
Travel Essentials
DXB: +04 · SOF: EET
When it's 6:00 PM in Dubai, it's 4:00 PM in Sofia.
UAE passport holders enter Bulgaria visa-free for up to 90 days within any 180-day period. Bulgaria joined the Schengen area for air and sea borders in 2024. A passport valid for at least 6 months is required. ETIAS authorization will apply once the system is operational.
Dubai Metro Red Line connects Union and BurJuman stations to T1 and T3 (Airport: Terminal 1 and Terminal 3 stations). T1 is 20 minutes from Union, T3 is 22 minutes (AED 6.50–10 depending on zones and Gold/Silver class). Trains run 5:30am–midnight Saturday–Wednesday, until 1am Thursday–Friday. T2 (low-cost) is not on the metro; taxi or bus required.Taxis from Dubai Marina cost AED 70–90; from Downtown Dubai (Burj Khalifa area) AED 35–50. Ride-hail via Careem is widely available and comparable to taxis. Traffic on Sheikh Zayed Road is heavy during morning and evening rush.
DXB–SOF Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from DXB to SOF
Dubai International Airport (DXB) and Sofia Airport (SOF) are connected by nonstop service from Emirates and flydubai. With 17 weekly departures, this is a well served route.
DXB to SOF Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from DXB to SOF ranges from 5 hours 45 minutes to 6 hours 51 minutes. The route covers a distance of 2,172 miles (3,495 km). There are approximately 17 weekly flights outbound and 17 return, totaling 34 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
39 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 7 hours via TBS. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Abu Dhabi (AUH).