Cheap flights from Poznan to Sofia
Cheap flights from Poznan to Sofia run as connecting trips rather than direct ones, so you change planes somewhere in Europe before landing in the Bulgarian capital. Lawica Airport handles the departure side, Sofia Airport the arrival. It is a route for city breaks, family visits and onward travel into Bulgaria, and fares move a lot depending on the month you pick.
Prices found on this route
Lowest fare found per airline in recent searches — click to search that date on kissandfly.com
| Airline | Flight | Rating | Date | Price from | Search |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| with a stop | ★★★★★ 3.4 | 23 Sept 2026 | from $89 | Search 23 Sept 2026 | |
| with a stop | — | 13 Nov 2026 | from $312 | Search 13 Nov 2026 | |
| with a stop | ★★★★★ 4.4 | 21 Sept 2026 | from $333 | Search 21 Sept 2026 | |
| with a stop | ★★★★★ 4.1 | 5 Nov 2026 | from $366 | Search 5 Nov 2026 | |
| with a stop | ★★★★★ 4.4 | 21 Sept 2026 | from $366 | Search 21 Sept 2026 | |
| with a stop | ★★★★★ 3.9 | 21 Sept 2026 | from $366 | Search 21 Sept 2026 | |
| with a stop | — | 21 Sept 2026 | from $372 | Search 21 Sept 2026 | |
| with a stop | ★★★★★ 4.1 | 21 Sept 2026 | from $596 | Search 21 Sept 2026 | |
| with a stop | ★★★★★ 3.9 | 18 Oct 2026 | from $684 | Search 18 Oct 2026 |
Source: fares found by Tickets Travel Network search engines, snapshot of 19 September 2026. Prices are converted to USD at an approximate rate; the exact price is shown on the booking site.
Price by month
Lowest fare found for each month in recent searches. Cheapest month: January — from $184.
| Month | Price from | Date | |
|---|---|---|---|
| September 2026 | from $366 | 21 Sept 2026 | |
| October 2026 | from $187 | 18 Oct 2026 | |
| November 2026 | from $366 | 5 Nov 2026 | |
| December 2026 | from $235 | 31 Dec 2026 | |
| January 2027 | from $184 | 2 Jan 2027 | |
| May 2027 | from $253 | 5 May 2027 |
Airports on this route
Distances are straight-line from the city centre
| City | Airport | To centre |
|---|---|---|
| Poznan | Lawica POZ | 10 km |
| Sofia | Sofia Airport SOF | 7 km |
Route on the map
When to fly
November is the cheapest month on this route, and the price calendar shows fares easing from September through the autumn before climbing again around the winter holidays. October and November are quiet, grey and cheap; December and January fill up with people heading home for the holidays. May brings warmer weather and higher prices, so book early if that is your window. Midweek departures on Tuesday and Wednesday usually cost less than Friday or Sunday flights, and booking a few weeks ahead beats leaving it to the last minute.
Airlines and what to expect
Wizz Air is the low-cost name on this route, so the fare covers little beyond a seat and a small bag unless you add extras. The rest of the connections come from full-service carriers: LOT Polish Airlines, Lufthansa with its regional partners Lufthansa Cityline and Air Dolomiti, Swiss, ITA Airways and Scandinavian Airlines. On those tickets a cabin bag and a drink are usually part of the deal, and the change at a hub airport tends to be longer but easier. Nothing flies nonstop from Lawica to Sofia Airport, so every option means at least one connection.
Arriving — Sofia
Sofia Airport is the only airport serving the Bulgarian capital, and it sits close to the city rather than far out, so the transfer into town is short. The metro is the simplest way in and puts you near the centre; buses and taxis cover the same trip above ground. Taxis are the classic trap here, so use an official rank or a ride app instead of a driver who approaches you in the arrivals hall. If you land late, check the last metro and bus times before you count on public transport.
Before you go: Bulgaria
- Currency
- EUR (€)
- Power sockets
- Type C, F · 230 V
- Language
- Bulgarian
- Emergency number
- 112
- Driving side
- right
- Calling code
- +359
- Internet domain
- .bg, .бг
- EU / Schengen
- EU member, Schengen area
- Population of Sofia
- 1.2 M (2025)
- Time zone
- UTC+03 (Europe/Sofia)
Country facts: Wikidata
Check before you book
- Check that all legs sit on one ticket, or a missed connection becomes your problem rather than the airline's.
- Check the baggage rules on Wizz Air fares, where a cabin bag and a checked bag are paid extras.
- Check your passport validity and Bulgaria's entry rules before you book, not the week you fly.
- Check the connection time at the hub, since a tight change with a checked bag is where trips go wrong.
- Check the price calendar for November, the cheapest month, and compare it with May if you want warmer weather.
Frequently asked questions
Poznan – Sofia: when is it cheapest to fly?
The lowest price in recent searches was found for January 2027 — $184. Prices change daily; check the live price in the search.
Poznan – Sofia: which airlines fly this route?
Airlines with offers on this route: Wizz Air, Lufthansa Cityline, Swiss, LOT Polish Airlines, Lufthansa, Air Dolomiti, Helvetic Airways, Scandinavian Airlines, ITA Airways.
Poznan – Sofia: are there direct flights?
Only connecting flights were available in recent searches.
How long is the flight from Poznan to Sofia?
The distance is about 1,180 km, so a non-stop flight takes roughly 1 h 53 min. Only connecting flights were found recently; a stop adds a few hours.
Which airports serve Poznan – Sofia?
Poznan: Lawica (POZ). Sofia: Sofia Airport (SOF).
What is the time difference between Poznan and Sofia?
Sofia is 1 h ahead of Poznan.
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Nearby alternatives
Airports within reach of Poznan / Sofia that also have this destination — sometimes far cheaper
| Route | Distance | Flight | Date | Price from |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wroclaw → Sofia | 146 km from Poznan | direct | 27 Mar 2027 | from $35 |