Question 1

How long is the flight from Sofia to Madrid?

Accepted Answer

A direct flight from Sofia to Madrid typically takes around 3 hours 55 minutes. If you choose a connecting flight, you should allow more time. Typical one-stop journeys take around 21 hours. For the quickest journey, a direct flight is usually the most comfortable choice.

Question 2

Are there direct flights from Sofia to Madrid?

Accepted Answer

Yes, there are direct flights from Sofia to Madrid, although not necessarily every day. On average, around 8 to 9 flights per week are available. If you have flexibility with your travel dates, you will find it easier to secure a suitable direct connection.

Question 3

Which airlines fly from Sofia to Madrid?

Accepted Answer

Direct flights from Sofia to Madrid are operated by, among others, Wizz Air, Bulgaria Air and Ryanair. There are also connecting flights with one stop, for example with PLL LOT (via Warsaw), Air Serbia (via Belgrade) and Lufthansa (via Munich). If a short travel time matters to you, a direct flight is usually the most convenient option. Connecting flights often give you more choice of departure times and airlines.

Question 4

On which days are there direct flights from Sofia to Madrid?

Accepted Answer

Direct flights from Sofia to Madrid operate daily. The schedule may vary by season, so it is worth comparing several travel dates. If your preferred day has no direct service, nearby departure days or short connecting flights may be a good alternative.

Question 5

How many flights are there per day from Sofia to Madrid?

Accepted Answer

On the route from Sofia to Madrid there are on average around 1 to 2 flights per day. The number of services can vary by day of the week and season. If you are flexible with your dates, it is worth comparing several departure days.

Question 6

How many flights per week are there from Sofia to Madrid?

Accepted Answer

On the route from Sofia to Madrid there are around 8 to 9 flights per week. The number of services can vary depending on the season and day of the week. If you have flexibility, it is worth looking at several departure days to find the best option.

Question 7

When does the first flight from Sofia to Madrid depart?

Accepted Answer

The earliest direct flight from Sofia to Madrid usually departs at 07:00. The exact departure time may vary by day of the week and airline. Early flights are particularly useful if you want to make the most of your arrival day in Madrid.

Question 8

When does the last flight from Sofia to Madrid depart?

Accepted Answer

The last direct flight from Sofia to Madrid usually departs at 22:00. Late flights can be convenient if you want to travel after work or in the evening. Do check whether it is a direct flight, as a connecting service could push the arrival time significantly later.

Question 9

Which departure days are most popular for flights from Sofia to Madrid?

Accepted Answer

For flights from Sofia to Madrid, departures on Wednesday, Thursday and Tuesday are particularly in demand. Demand can be higher on popular travel days, so it is worth checking alternative departure days. You may find more suitable flight times or cheaper offers.

	Outbound	Return	Airlines	Baggage	Price
Best option Sofia Madrid	Outbound 01/12/26 direct FR6409 03h 45min	Return 08/12/26 direct FR6410 03h 30min	Ryanair		£82
Sofia Madrid Please note: transfer for connecting flight	Outbound 11/11/26 1 Stopover (BGY) W64389, FR5120 26h 35min	Return 27/11/26 1 Stopover (MXP, BGY) FR2753, W64390 12h 55min	Wizz Air, Ryanair		£87
Sofia Madrid	Outbound 11/11/26 direct IB7860 03h 55min	Return 27/11/26 direct IB7861 03h 30min	Iberia		£207
Sofia Madrid	Outbound 18/12/26 direct W64401 03h 55min	Return 29/12/26 direct W64402 03h 35min	Wizz Air		£84
Sofia Madrid	Outbound 18/12/26 direct W64401 03h 55min	Return 29/12/26 direct W64402 03h 35min	Wizz Air	?	£87
Sofia Madrid	Outbound 18/12/26 direct W64401 03h 55min	Return 29/12/26 direct W64402 03h 35min	Wizz Air		£89
Sofia Madrid	Outbound 18/12/26 direct W64401 03h 55min	Return 29/12/26 direct W64402 03h 35min	Wizz Air		£90
Sofia Madrid	Outbound 18/12/26 direct W64401 03h 55min	Return 29/12/26 direct W64402 03h 35min	Wizz Air		£93
Sofia Madrid	Outbound 01/12/26 direct FR6409 03h 45min	Return 08/12/26 direct FR6410 03h 30min	Ryanair		£86
Sofia Madrid	Outbound 01/12/26 direct FR6409 03h 45min	Return 08/12/26 direct FR6410 03h 30min	Ryanair	?	£88

Outbound and return from	£81.97
Flight duration	min. 03:40 / max. 03:45
Return flight duration	min. 03:20/ max. 03:35
Distance	2249 km
Flights per week	6
Departure airport	Airport Sofia (SOF)
Departure country	Flights from Bulgaria
Arrival airport	Airport Madrid Barajas (MAD)
Destination country	Flights to Spain
Departure country - Arrival airport	Bulgaria - Madrid Barajas
Departure airport - Destination country	Sofia - Spain

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