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Find cheap flights from Sofia to Athens from $46

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These are the airlines KAYAK users have selected most often from within our search results in flight searches from Sofia to Athens, as well as popular online travel agencies
These are the airlines KAYAK users have selected most often from within our search results in flight searches from Sofia to Athens, as well as popular online travel agencies
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Cheap flight deals from Sofia to Athens (SOF-ATH)

Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Sofia to Athens that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
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10:20 pm - 11:55 pmSOF-ATH
1h 35mnonstop
8:00 pm - 9:45 pmATH-SOF
1h 45mnonstop
$107Sky Express
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Sun, Jun 23 - Fri, Jun 28
10:20 pm - 11:55 pmSOF-ATH
1h 35mnonstop
5:45 pm - 11:10 pmATH-SOF
5h 25m1 stop
$108
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Fri, Jun 28 - Tue, Jul 2
10:20 pm - 11:55 pmSOF-ATH
1h 35mnonstop
6:40 pm - 7:55 pmATH-SOF
1h 15mnonstop
$129
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Fri, Jun 28 - Tue, Jul 2
1:45 pm - 10:50 pmSOF-ATH
9h 05m1 stop
8:30 am - 6:35 pmATH-SOF
10h 05m1 stop
$145Wizz Air
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Mon, May 27 - Fri, May 31
4:05 pm - 3:50 pmSOF-ATH
23h 45m1 stop
4:20 pm - 3:35 pmATH-SOF
23h 15m1 stop
$160Air Serbia
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Mon, Oct 7 - Thu, Oct 10
2:15 pm - 3:30 pmSOF-ATH
1h 15mnonstop
12:15 pm - 1:30 pmATH-SOF
1h 15mnonstop
$162Aegean Airlines
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Wed, Jul 10 - Tue, Jul 23
4:40 pm - 5:55 pmSOF-ATH
1h 15mnonstop
6:40 pm - 7:55 pmATH-SOF
1h 15mnonstop
$167Bulgaria Air
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Tue, May 28 - Tue, Jun 4
2:15 pm - 3:30 pmSOF-ATH
1h 15mnonstop
9:10 am - 10:25 amATH-SOF
1h 15mnonstop
$177Aegean Airlines
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Tue, Jul 9 - Mon, Jul 22
4:05 pm - 3:15 amSOF-ATH
11h 10m1 stop
4:30 am - 2:55 amATH-SOF
22h 25m1 stop
$184Air Serbia
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Thu, Aug 1 - Sun, Aug 4
4:40 pm - 5:55 pmSOF-ATH
1h 15mnonstop
6:25 pm - 7:40 pmATH-SOF
1h 15mnonstop
$189Bulgaria Air
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Tue, Jul 23 - Thu, Jul 25

Flights from Sofia to Athens - Travel Insights & Trends

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Sofia to Athens to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Sofia to Athens?

The average price of all flights from Sofia to Athens clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.
If your flying dates are flexible, you should consider flying to Athens on a Friday, as we generally find the cheapest rates on that day for this route. On the other hand, Thursday is the most expensive day to fly from Sofia to Athens. For your return ticket, we recommend flying on a Wednesday and avoiding Sundays for the best deals.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Sofia to Athens?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for flights from Sofia to Athens, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.
The cheapest month for flights from Sofia to Athens is January, where tickets cost $118 on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are April and June, where the average cost of tickets is $185 and $178 respectively.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Sofia to Athens?

To calculate daily average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each day before departure over the last year for flights from Sofia to Athens, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each month.
To get a below average price on the flight from Sofia to Athens, you should book around 1 week before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 83 days before departure.

Which airlines provide the cheapest flights from Sofia to Athens?

The cheapest price for the route for each airline clicked by KAYAK users in the last 72 hours.
In the last 72 hours, the cheapest one-way ticket from Sofia to Athens found on KAYAK was with Sky Express for $46. Sky Express proposed a round-trip connection from $107 and Wizz Air from $145.

Which airlines fly non-stop between Sofia and Athens?

Airline and price data is aggregated from results in KAYAK’s search results from the last 2 weeks for flights from Sofia to Athens.
There are 3 airlines that fly nonstop from Sofia to Athens. They are: Aegean Airlines, Bulgaria Air and Sky Express. The cheapest price of all airlines flying this route was found with Bulgaria Air at $86 for a one-way flight. On average, the best prices for this route can be found at Sky Express.

How many flights are there between Sofia and Athens per day?

Each day, there are between 1 and 3 nonstop flights that take off from Sofia and land in Athens, with an average flight time of 1h 21m. The most common departure time is 2:00 pm and most flights take off in the afternoon. Each week, there are 15 flights. The most frequent day of departure is Thursday, when 20% of all weekly flights depart. The fewest flights depart on a Saturday.

Which cabin class options are there for flights between Sofia and Athens?

The average price of flights for each cabin class for the route found by users searching on KAYAK over the last 2 weeks.
There are 2 cabin class options for the route. These are Business and Economy. Perform a search on KAYAK to find the latest prices and availability for all cabin fares, which differ across airlines.

How long does a flight from Sofia to Athens take?

Direct flights cover the 330 miles separating Sofia to Athens in about 1h 15m.

What’s the earliest departure time from Sofia to Athens?

Early birds can take the earliest flight from Sofia at 9:35 am and will be landing in Athens at 11:10 am.

What’s the latest departure time from Sofia to Athens?

If you prefer to fly at night, the latest flight from Sofia to Athens jets off at 10:20 pm and lands at 11:55 pm.

Good to know

Low season

January

High season

July

Cheapest flight

$46
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 21% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 8% increase in price.
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When to book flights from Sofia to Athens

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Sofia to Athens based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
Estimated round-trip price
KAYAK looks at all historical flight data for each date to provide a predicted price for one-way trips or round-trips with a duration up to 40 days. While we try to provide actual minimum prices for each date, some prices are predictions and actual prices may differ.

FAQs for booking flights from Sofia to Athens

  • Which public transportation means can I use from the arrival airport after my flight from Sofia to Athens?

    Upon arrival at Athens International Airport from Sofia, you have several public transportation options to reach your destination. The most convenient means is the Metro Line 3 (Blue Line), which provides direct access to the city center and major attractions. Alternatively, you can opt for buses, such as the X93 express bus or the E95 local bus, both of which connect the airport with Central Athens. Taxis are also readily available for a more personalized journey.

  • What are the common layovers for SWISS on flights from Sofia to Athens?

    SWISS, the Swiss International Air Lines, offers flights from Sofia to Athens with various common layover options. Passengers traveling on this route often have layovers in Zurich (ZRH) or Geneva (GVA). For instance, a typical itinerary might include a layover in Zurich, where travelers can enjoy the airport's excellent amenities before continuing their journey to the Greek capital.

  • Which lounges does Lufthansa use for flights from Sofia to Athens?

    Lufthansa, the German airline, operates flights from Sofia to Athens. While specific lounge availability may vary, Lufthansa generally partners with Star Alliance lounges for its passengers. In Sofia, Lufthansa travelers may have access to the Star Alliance Business Lounge or the Star Alliance Gold Lounge.

  • Which kid-friendly options does Aegean Airlines have on flights from Sofia to Athens?

    Aegean Airlines offers a variety of kid-friendly options on flights from Sofia to Athens, ensuring an enjoyable travel experience for young passengers. Examples include in-flight entertainment systems with a selection of movies, TV shows, and games suitable for children, as well as special meal options catering to their preferences. The friendly and attentive cabin crew is always ready to assist families and make the journey pleasant for everyone onboard.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Sofia to Athens?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Sofia to Athens was $46 for a one-way ticket and $107 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between Sofia and Athens?

    A passport is required to fly from Sofia to Athens.

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from Sofia to Athens?

    On your way to Athens, you’ll fly out from Sofia. You’ll be landing at Athens Eleftherios V..

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Sofia to Athens?

    The Airbus A320-100/200 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Sofia to Athens flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Sofia to Athens?

    Star Alliance, and oneworld are the airline alliances operating flights between Sofia and Athens, with oneworld being the most commonly used for this route.

  • On which days can I fly direct from Sofia to Athens?

    There are nonstop flights from Sofia to Athens on a daily basis.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Sofia to Athens, Aegean Airlines or Bulgaria Air?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Sofia to Athens are Aegean Airlines and Bulgaria Air. With an average price for the route of $152 and an overall rating of 8.0, Aegean Airlines is the most popular choice. Bulgaria Air is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $189 and an overall rating of 7.8.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Sofia to Athens?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Sofia to Athens.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Sofia to Athens?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Athens from Sofia is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Sofia to Athens?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to Athens with an airline and back to Sofia with another airline. Booking your flights between Sofia and ATH can sometimes prove cheaper using this method.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Sofia to Athens?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Athens from Sofia up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

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Top tips for finding a cheap flight from SOF to Athens

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $66 or less one-way and $144 or less round-trip.
  • On the Lufthansa flight from Sofia (SOF) to Athens (ATH), passengers can enjoy a selection of in-flight entertainment amenities. Examples include recent blockbuster movies, popular TV shows, music playlists spanning various genres, interactive games, and a curated collection of reading materials. Additionally, passengers can access a user-friendly entertainment system with a wide range of choices to make their journey enjoyable.
  • Passengers can rent a car after their flight from Sofia to Athens. There are several rental companies available at Athens International Airport (ATH) where you can book a car. Some examples of rental companies include Avis, Hertz, Europcar, Budget, SIXT, and Enterprise. These companies offer a range of vehicles and services to suit your needs.
  • Turkish Airlines supports sustainable travel on flights from Sofia to Athens through various initiatives. Examples include using fuel-efficient aircraft to minimize carbon emissions, implementing recycling programs onboard, and offering digitalized services to reduce paper waste. They also collaborate with local organizations to promote ecotourism and conservation efforts in both destinations. These measures contribute to a more environmentally friendly travel experience for passengers.
  • You can pre-select your seat when flying Turkish Airlines from Sofia to Athens. During the online booking process or after purchasing your ticket, you will have the option to choose your preferred seat. You can select a window seat, aisle seat, or any other available seat based on your preference. This allows you to ensure your comfort and convenience throughout the flight.
  • Aegean Airlines allows pets to travel in the cabin or as checked baggage on flights from Sofia to Athens. In the cabin, the weight limit for pets including the carrier is typically 17 lbs. As checked baggage, the weight limit is generally 70 lbs. However, specific restrictions and fees may apply, so it's recommended to contact the airline directly before your flight.
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Prefer to fly non-stop from Sofia to Athens?

Find which airlines fly direct from Sofia to Eleftherios V., which days they fly and book direct flights.

Nonstop departures

Sofia to Athens Eleftherios V.

Monday

Aegean Airlines, Bulgaria Air, Sky Express

Aegean Airlines, Bulgaria Air, +1 more

Tuesday

Aegean Airlines, Bulgaria Air, Qatar Airways

Aegean Airlines, Bulgaria Air, +1 more

Wednesday

Aegean Airlines, Bulgaria Air, Sky Express

Aegean Airlines, Bulgaria Air, +1 more

Thursday

Aegean Airlines, Bulgaria Air, Qatar Airways, +1 more

Aegean Airlines, Bulgaria Air, +2 more

Friday

Aegean Airlines, Bulgaria Air, Qatar Airways, +1 more

Aegean Airlines, Bulgaria Air, +2 more

Saturday

Aegean Airlines, Bulgaria Air

Aegean Airlines, Bulgaria Air

Sunday

Aegean Airlines, Bulgaria Air, Sky Express

Aegean Airlines, Bulgaria Air, +1 more

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Nonstop returns

Athens Eleftherios V. to Sofia

Monday

Aegean Airlines, Bulgaria Air, Sky Express

Aegean Airlines, Bulgaria Air, +1 more

Tuesday

Aegean Airlines, Bulgaria Air, Qatar Airways

Aegean Airlines, Bulgaria Air, +1 more

Wednesday

Aegean Airlines, Bulgaria Air, Sky Express

Aegean Airlines, Bulgaria Air, +1 more

Thursday

Aegean Airlines, Bulgaria Air, Qatar Airways, +2 more

Aegean Airlines, Bulgaria Air, +3 more

Friday

Aegean Airlines, Bulgaria Air, Qatar Airways, +1 more

Aegean Airlines, Bulgaria Air, +2 more

Saturday

Aegean Airlines, Bulgaria Air

Aegean Airlines, Bulgaria Air

Sunday

Aegean Airlines, Bulgaria Air, Sky Express

Aegean Airlines, Bulgaria Air, +1 more

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Top 3 airlines serving from Sofia to Athens

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Sofia to Athens. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
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8.0
Aegean AirlinesOverall score based on 908 reviews
7.9comfort
7.8boarding
7.5food
7.1entertainment
8.5crew
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The only issue was a short window to make my connecting flight, and nobody to assist me in finding my way to the next gate.

10.0 ExcellentDave, Apr 2024BUD - ATH
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The only issue was a short window to make my connecting flight, and nobody to assist me in finding my way to the next gate.

This is my first time flying Aegean Air and I had a great first time experience. I will fly this airline again.

There was not any food and I didn't use the entertainment

Just ok. No much of a great travel experience. If you need point A to B they are ok.

Η πτήση εμφάνισε μεγάλη καθυστέρηση και λαμβάνοντας υπόψη το γεγονός ότι επρόκειτο για την τελευταία βραδυνή πτήση, ήταν ιδιαίτερα κουραστικό για τους επιβαίνοντες.

More leg room, great if crew could move people before flight (ie if 3 in a row, offer to move 1 or 2 to an empty 3 seat row rather than let people move themselves after takeoff

Θα πρέπει να υπάρχει εστίαση στη γρήγορη και εύκολη επιβίβαση/αποβίβαση

Flight was late, boarding totally chaotic, seat uncomfortable, food good, attendants and pilots good.

Priority transfer bag left behind in Amsterdam causing extreme difficulty and inconvenience on arrival destination Athens

On top of the two hours delay in the airport, we needed to go by the bus to the terminal in Athens, Aegean is the aviation of Greece and they whole flight is 50 minutes.

Easy check in. Hot snack with wine if desired. Then chocolate, tea or coffee. Altogether excellent.

Seats are quite small, but due to the plane being empty we were aloud to switch seats to have more room

The water was handed out as we were entering the plane, instead of when we are set down and our hands are free of luggage. There was absolutely no food offered from Sofia to London, except a low quality chocolate, which was not delicious. The flight between London and Miami was ok, as far as service and food, but it was absolutely freezing, throughout the whole aircraft, especially in the back seats, I had to cover my head with a scarf, besides using the blanket and still I was feeling extremely uncomfortable. The passengers seating around me shared the same opinion. We did ask for something to be done about it. The gentleman did try to adjust it, but the effect last very short time, and towards the end of the flight it was extremely cold and blowing strong again ….

Cons: "Staff seemed confused and would not let us seat at our assigned seats which we picked in order to accommodate our baby. Instead they put us in an even worse spot and decided to ignore the people that took out seats and left them be."
Cons: "Them actually refunding my flight when I couldn't legally travel due to COVID lockdowns."
Pros: "Nothing"
Cons: "To add food and to patk the plane at the linkway"
Pros: "It was a direct flight to my destination"
Cons: "Check-in took 1 hour and 30 mins. Single Check in desk for economy and business, long line. Flight went late by 50 mins on departure"
Cons: "I wanted to note that while screaming at gate D1 the stuff was beyond horrible. Lazy to talk, a lady who was on the screaming machine kept making nasty comments, really inappropriate addressing foreigners and people who speak Bulgarian. I found it highly disturbing, border line harassing. You can’t work customer service and be such a nasty grumpy person. Everywhere in the world that attitude won’t be allowed, or sanctions must apply. The lady who was collecting money for the checked bag was extremely rude and lazy. Almost kicked me out for not paying for my checked bag online. Excuse me? Why is she there then? The flight was fine. However, the flight attendance slipped the last 2 rows with drinks. Please make sure that the people who work at Sofia airport get some kind of basic human training. Unfortunately, they do not wish to make you feel welcomed or cared for."
Pros: "fast trip, clean plane"
Cons: "Was a bit different to get on a bus to take you to the actual plane"
Pros: "Nothing. Bulgarian Airlines is a fifth world company!"
Cons: "Everything! The flight from Sofia (after flying in a plane that looked like a bus from the 80s), was late over two hours. Bulgarian airlines lied to us in Sofia that we would be rerouted on other airlines and find out our new tickets only at transfer desks in milan. There were NO transfer desks"

Never heard about them before and was surprised how organized and efficient they are.

These were tickets purchased with a stolen credit card number.

Seriously, every airline needs to improve their boarding procedures. Even though Sky Express boarded the furtheredt seats from the door first, it was still disappointing that it took so long to board.

Cannot take it dur to the delayed first flight. Staff at the desk very unfriendly.

A coffee at 7 am in the morning would have been nice.

We hope that soon Sky Express will have the entire airplane fleet refreshed. More new airplanes to fill the gap and expand further direct flights to new airports. Crew acts responsibly and kind, which is even more important at this pandemic period.

I was going to miss my connecting flight with sky Express also and the people in the office said they couldn't help me book another flight for the next day, but that I had to wait until anthens and go their office to help me. Other people on staff were friendly though.

Cons: "I had to pay extra for baggage, I had baggage on the booking, but upon booking it was only for 8 KG, and need to purchase more, The baggage cost was almost equal to the ticket, needs to be addressed on the home page, I pick with baggage and then booked the ticket, needs to show that it is not the same baggage as other flights, comparison is wrong."
Cons: "Only allowed 15kgs even though we had booked for 23 on the way to Santorini. Not sure where this discrepancy occurred but had to pay for extra weight."
Pros: "Crew and flight attendants were highly professional. Arrived early; short boarding time. Airport was clean and easy to navigate. Good places to dine."
Cons: "The web site is difficult to navigate, including the determination of luggage pricing and seat assignments only available at check-in."

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Recent one-way flight deals

 
Only flying one-way? Below are some of the best one-way flight deals from Sofia to Athens found on KAYAK in the last 72 hours.
6/23Sun
nonstopSky Express
1h 35mSOF-ATH
$46
7/28Sun
nonstopSky Express
1h 35mSOF-ATH
$47
8/10Sat
1 stopAir Serbia
11h 10mSOF-ATH
$72
6/6Thu
nonstopBulgaria Air
1h 15mSOF-ATH
$78
6/14Fri
nonstopAegean Airlines
1h 15mSOF-ATH
$81
5/4Sat
nonstopAegean Airlines
1h 15mSOF-ATH
$83
6/5Wed
1 stop
15h 40mSOF-ATH
$90
7/2Tue
1 stopAir Serbia
11h 10mSOF-ATH
$97
5/31Fri
1 stop
9h 55mSOF-ATH
$122
6/12Wed
nonstopBulgaria Air
1h 15mSOF-ATH
$167

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Last minute flights from Sofia to Athens

Last minute flight, train and bus deals

 
These last-minute flight deals are the cheapest flights found on KAYAK in the last 72 hours for flights from Sofia to Athens that are departing in the next 10 days.
5/3Fri
nonstop
1h 15mSOF-ATH
5/8Wed
nonstop
1h 45mATH-SOF
$187
5/3Fri
multi-stopAustrian Airlines
24h 20mSOF-ATH
5/13Mon
multi-stopAustrian Airlines
20h 35mATH-SOF
$204
5/3Fri
multi-stopAustrian Airlines
20h 40mSOF-ATH
5/8Wed
multi-stopAustrian Airlines
17h 55mATH-SOF
$221
5/2Thu
nonstopBulgaria Air
1h 15mSOF-ATH
5/7Tue
nonstopBulgaria Air
1h 15mATH-SOF
$251
5/2Thu
nonstopBulgaria Air
1h 15mSOF-ATH
5/7Tue
nonstopBulgaria Air
1h 15mATH-SOF
$267
5/1Wed
nonstopSky Express
1h 35mSOF-ATH
5/6Mon
nonstopSky Express
1h 45mATH-SOF
$327
4/29Mon
nonstopSky Express
1h 35mSOF-ATH
5/2Thu
nonstopSky Express
1h 45mATH-SOF
$360
4/29Mon
multi-stopSWISS
21h 50mSOF-ATH
5/2Thu
multi-stopSWISS
11h 50mATH-SOF
$398
5/3Fri
multi-stopSWISS
35h 50mSOF-ATH
5/5Sun
multi-stopSWISS
36h 30mATH-SOF
$409
4/30Tue
nonstopAegean Airlines
1h 15mSOF-ATH
5/4Sat
nonstopAegean Airlines
1h 15mATH-SOF
$483

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Sofia - Athens Flights

Departure:

Sofia (SOF)Bulgaria

Destination:

Athens (ATH)Greece

Return flight deals:

Athens - Sofia

Cabin classes:

$2,020
$119

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Flights$1391h 15m
Buses$10111h 20m