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Among airlines operating Rome to Sofia flights:

• Wizz Air: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
• Ryanair: offers free seat selection

Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

3 airlines operate flights between Rome and Sofia. The airlines offering nonstop flights on this route include:

• Ryanair
• Wizz Air
• Bulgaria Air

Flights from Rome to Sofia may depart from several airports in Rome area, including Rome Ciampino (CIA) and Rome Fiumicino (FCO). Flights usually arrive at Sofia (SOF).

Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

• Wizz Air: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
• Ryanair: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
• ITA Airways: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class

Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route and airline, so travelers should check the fare details before booking.

Only Economy Class is available on flights from Rome to Sofia.

On this route, nonstop flights are cheaper than layover options on average. Nonstop fares average $110 round-trip, compared to $219 via a layover through Belgrade Nikola Tesla (BEG).

There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $21–$100 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

Most connecting flights from Rome to Sofia pass through Belgrade Nikola Tesla (BEG), which handles 100% of one-stop traffic on this route. Other layover airports each see under 5%.

Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 37% on the Rome to Sofia route. Friday is the cheapest departure day at $102 round-trip on average, while Tuesday is the most expensive at $161, a difference of $59. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Rome to Sofia route, 20% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 1 hour 40 minutes.

Morning is the busiest departure period on Rome to Sofia flights, with 34% of flights leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 33%, evening flights for 33%, and night flights for 0%.

Some of the most popular sights in Sofia are Sofia City Centre, The St. Alexander Nevsky Cathedral and Vitosha Boulevard. These are among the most viewed places in Sofia on KAYAK.

These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Rome to Sofia:

• Earliest: departs at 6:55 am and lands at 8:46 am
• Latest: departs at 9:15 pm and lands at 11:06 pm.

The flight takes about 1h 51m.

Last-minute fares on this route - booked within 2 weeks of departure - run 29% above the route average of $112. Book 20 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

A nonstop flight from Rome to Sofia takes 1h 51m, covering 560 miles.

Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

One-way fares from Rome to Sofia are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $49, which is 37% below the typical average for this route.

Bulgaria Air is slightly above the route average for timely arrivals, while Ryanair has a lower on-time arrival rate. On-time arrival rates on Rome to Sofia flights are:

• Bulgaria Air: 96% on time
• Ryanair: 85% on time
• ITA Airways: 79% on time

Overall, flights on this route are on time 80% of the time on average.

Morning flights have the fewest delays on this route. Delays tend to pile up throughout the day as one late flight pushes the next, so earlier departures are usually more reliable.

Sofia is 1 hour ahead of Rome (Eastern European Time vs Central European Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Sofia Airport (SOF) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $1 for economy cars. Top options include:
• MEXRENTACAR
• Easyrent
• Top Rent a Car - Bulgaria
• NU Car
• Priceless

Round-trip flights from Rome to Sofia range from $79 to $160, with an average of $112 over the past 12 months. Anything below $79 counts as a good deal.