Heraklion to Sofia (HER–SOF) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No scheduled airline flights on this route — it's flown by charter / private operators (). No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
Most recently operated nonstop flights — the month shown is when each was last scheduled. Most destinations remain reachable with a connection.
No discontinued nonstop flights on record for this route.
HER–SOF is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. Bulgaria Air leads the route. The flight covers 517 miles in approximately 1h 35m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FB Bulgaria Air | 2 | 221 | 1h35 | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Sofia from Heraklion
| Metric | HER→SOF | CHQ→SOF | RHO→SOF |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from HER | – | 59 mi | 179 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 2 | 6 | 3 |
| Flight time | 1h 35m | 1h 35m | 1h 50m |
Travel Essentials
HER: EEST · SOF: EEST
When it's 6:00 PM in Heraklion, it's 6:00 PM in Sofia.
Greek passport holders enter Bulgaria without a visa for unlimited stays as EU citizens. No fee, no advance application. A valid Greek national ID card or passport works for entry. Bulgaria joined the Schengen air and sea border zone in March 2024, so flights from Greece land without passport control at most airports, though land border checks remain in place until full Schengen accession.
For stays beyond 90 days, EU citizens must register with the local Migration Directorate within 3 months of arrival and obtain a certificate of residence. Bring proof of employment, self-employment, studies, or sufficient funds (no fixed threshold). Registration costs BGN 18 (about EUR 9). Healthcare is covered by the European Health Insurance Card (EHIC).
Direct flights from Athens to Sofia run about 1 hour 10 minutes. Thessaloniki to Sofia is a 3 to 4 hour drive via the E85 highway. Bulgaria uses the Bulgarian lev (BGN), pegged to the euro at 1.9558 BGN per EUR 1. Euro adoption is expected in 2025 to 2026. No vaccination requirements. Greek driving licenses are valid throughout Bulgaria.
HER–SOF Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from HER to SOF
Heraklion International Nikos Kazantzakis Airport (HER) and Sofia Airport (SOF) are connected by nonstop service from Bulgaria Air. With 2 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.
HER to SOF Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from HER to SOF is about 1 hours 35 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 517 miles (832 km). There are approximately 2 weekly flights outbound and 2 return, totaling 4 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Chania, Athens Eleftherios Venizelos and Rhodes. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Souda (CHQ), Rhodes (RHO) and Bodrum (BJV).