Munich to Sofia (MUC–SOF) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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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.
MUC–SOF is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. Lufthansa and Air VIA lead the route. The flight covers 684 miles in approximately 1h 55m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LH Lufthansa Also: LX, SQ | 25 | 32A, 32N | 1h55 | – | – | LX, SQ |
| VL Air VIA | 7 | 319 | 1h50 | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Sofia from Munich
| Metric | MUC→SOF | FMM→SOF | NUE→SOF |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from MUC | – | 76 mi | 85 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 2 | 2 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 50 | 9 | 4 |
| Flight time | 1h 55m | 2h | 2h 5m |
Travel Essentials
MUC: CEST · SOF: EEST
When it's 6:00 PM in Munich, 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.
S-Bahn S1 and S8 both run to the airport from central Munich. S8 from Marienplatz takes 40 minutes (€13.60 single, or €12 with the Airport City Day Ticket). Trains run every 20 minutes from around 4am to 1am. The two S-Bahn lines run different routes through the city; choose based on your starting point.Lufthansa Airport Bus from the main train station takes 45 minutes (€12 single, €19.50 return). Taxis from central Munich cost €65–80. Ride-shares (Uber) are available. The airport is 29km northeast; allow extra time during morning rush.
MUC–SOF Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from MUC to SOF
Munich Airport (MUC) and Sofia Airport (SOF) are connected by nonstop service from Lufthansa and Air VIA. With 50 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
MUC to SOF Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from MUC to SOF is about 1 hours 55 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 684 miles (1,101 km). There are approximately 50 weekly flights outbound and 53 return, totaling 103 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Vienna, Belgrade Nikola Tesla and Budapest Liszt Ferenc. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Memmingen (FMM), Nuremberg (NUE) and Stuttgart (STR).