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We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Milan Malpensa to Sofia flights are currently cheapest in June.

Direct flights from Milan Malpensa to Sofia

Milan Malpensa to Sofia: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Milan Malpensa to Sofia below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Sofia.

Milan to Sofia: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundC$153
Cheapest month to flyJune
Average flight time2 hrs, 1 min
Most popular airlineITA Airways
Average flights per week7

Finding cheap flights from Milan Malpensa to Sofia: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a round-trip flight from Milan Malpensa to Sofia is C$153. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
2 hours and 1 minute is the average flight time from Milan Malpensa to Sofia.
ITA Airways, Bulgaria Air and Qatar Airways fly direct from Milan Malpensa to Sofia.
There are 7 flights per week flying from Milan Malpensa to Sofia, as of June 2025.
The cheapest month to fly from Milan Malpensa to Sofia is usually June 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Milan Malpensa Airport to Sofia Airport on Friday, June 13, 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 2 hours and 1 minute.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Sofia but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar, and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Sofia is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Wizz Air Malta and Bulgaria Air offer the cheapest flight tickets to Sofia.

Flying from Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP) to Sofia Airport (SOF): what you need to know

  • Around 1 hour 55 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Milano Malpensa Airport to Sofia Airport.

  • Sofia is one hour ahead of Milan and observes the UTC+2 timezone.

  • To ensure you catch your MXP to SOF flight, leave plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.

  • During popular months like July, you'll want to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're travelling during a peak period in general.

  • Bulgaria Air is your ticket to exploring Sofia (and perhaps some other exciting corners of Bulgaria!). Check out the direct flights from Milano Malpensa Airport to Sofia Airport offered by this airline.

  • The airline most travellers prefer to fly with on this route is Bulgaria Air.

  • If you want to add a stop to your trip, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Milano Malpensa Airport to Sofia Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between MXP and SOF:

    • Vienna International Airport

    • Franz Josef Strauss Airport

    • Palese Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP) to Sofia Airport (SOF)

  • C$73 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Milano Malpensa Airport to Sofia Airport flight. A return flight starts at C$153. These prices can change depending on demand and availability.

  • To score cheap tickets from MXP to SOF, reserve your journey seven months ahead of your planned departure.

  • The cheapest month for flights from Milano Malpensa Airport to Sofia Airport is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have a flexible travel schedule.

  • Save time looking for cheap flights from MXP to SOF by creating a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or notification on the app when a lower fare pops up.

  • Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Milano Malpensa Airport to Sofia Airport.

Handy information about Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)

  • Of all flights departing from Milano Malpensa Airport, 68.23% land on schedule at their destination.

  • To get to Milano Malpensa Airport from central Milan, it'll take around 45 minutes by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 48 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.

  • Expect a journey time of about 55 minutes on public transport.

  • Searching for a convenient hotel close to MXP? If you've booked an early flight from Milano Malpensa Airport to Sofia Airport, these stays will put you moments from check-in:

Arriving at Sofia Airport (SOF)

  • If you're arriving on a late Milano Malpensa Airport to Sofia Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of being near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these hotels near SOF:

  • Pick up a Sofia Airport rental car and explore Sofia and beyond with your own wheels. MEX, Surprice and NU Car Rentals are top outlets you can book with here.

  • To lock in the lowest price, reserve your ride from Sofia Airport about one week ahead.

Getting from Sofia Airport (SOF) to central Sofia

  • Sofia Airport is roughly 11 kilometres from central Sofia. The drive time takes about 15 minutes.

  • Travelling by public transport takes around 35 minutes.

When to fly to Sofia Airport (SOF)

  • The quietest month for a flight from Milano Malpensa Airport to Sofia Airport is April, while August is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to visit Sofia based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.

  • Lock in your flight from Milano Malpensa Airport to Sofia Airport for August if you'd like to visit Sofia during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 14ºC (57ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF).

  • January sees average temperatures of between -11ºC (12ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF). Search for cheap tickets from MXP to SOF sometime then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.

Explore more of Bulgaria

  • Plovdiv is just one of the many cities in Bulgaria waiting to be discovered once you've seen Sofia. Around 129 kilometres away to the south-east, its best attractions include Plovdiv Old Town, Plovdiv Roman Theatre and Archaelogical Complex Nebet Tepe.

  • Varna is another sought-after destination in Bulgaria and is around 386 kilometres east of Sofia. No trip is complete without a visit to Park Asparuhovo - Asparuhovo sea garden, Dormition of theotokos Cathedral and Sunset viewpoint (място за гледане на Залеза).

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