How long is the flight from New York to Bulgaria?

Flight times from New York to Bulgaria vary, but if you’re flying out of New York and flying into Sofia (one of the most popular routes), then the duration is 12h 52m on average. Another popular route from New York to Bulgaria is flying from Newark to Sofia, which will take roughly 13h. Keep in mind that layovers or delays could extend your travel time.

What airlines fly to Bulgaria?

Lufthansa, Turkish Airlines and United Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Bulgaria from New York according to our data. Lufthansa is the first choice among our users, with 32% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Bulgaria. Keep in mind that there are 11 different airlines that fly to Bulgaria on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from New York to Bulgaria?

Air Serbia, Lufthansa, and Air Canada are the most popular carriers operating from New York to Bulgaria

When did momondo last update prices for flights from New York to Bulgaria?

Prices for flights from New York to Bulgaria refresh daily.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from New York to Bulgaria?

As of August 2026, there are 11 operators available to choose from for flights from New York to Bulgaria.

How old do you have to be to fly from New York to Bulgaria?

Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from New York to Bulgaria.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Bulgaria?

The travel and health documents required for your trip to Bulgaria can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Bulgaria. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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5:30 pm - 1:30 amEWR Newark-SOF Sofia

25h 00m2 stops Lisbon Humberto Delgado Madrid Barajas

5:15 pm - 9:00 pmSOF Sofia-EWR Newark

34h 45m2 stops Madrid Barajas Lisbon Humberto Delgado

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11:00 pm - 1:25 amEWR Newark-SOF Sofia

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5:15 pm - 3:30 pmSOF Sofia-EWR Newark

29h 15m2 stops Madrid Barajas Lisbon Humberto Delgado

$626Multiple Airlines

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12:25 am - 8:45 amEWR Newark-SOF Sofia

25h 20m1 stop Istanbul

3:50 pm - 10:30 pmSOF Sofia-EWR Newark

13h 40m1 stop Istanbul

$723Turkish Airlines

Sat, Sep 19 - Tue, Oct 6

12:25 am - 8:55 pmEWR Newark-SOF Sofia

13h 30m1 stop Istanbul

9:40 am - 10:30 pmSOF Sofia-EWR Newark

19h 50m1 stop Istanbul

$724Turkish Airlines

Tue, Nov 10 - Wed, Nov 25

10:35 pm - 5:50 pmEWR Newark-SOF Sofia

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12h 50m1 stop Warsaw Frederic Chopin

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26h 45m1 stop Belgrade Nikola Tesla

$730Air Serbia

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18h 40m1 stop Belgrade Nikola Tesla

4:00 pm - 11:55 amSOF Sofia-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl

26h 55m1 stop Belgrade Nikola Tesla

$750Air Serbia

Tue, Sep 8 - Tue, Sep 22

4:10 pm - 11:50 amEWR Newark-SOF Sofia

12h 40m2 stops Boston Logan Intl Vienna Intl

7:55 am - 1:55 pmSOF Sofia-EWR Newark

13h 00m1 stop Vienna Intl

$751Austrian Airlines

Tue, Nov 10 - Tue, Nov 24

4:00 pm - 11:50 amEWR Newark-SOF Sofia

12h 50m2 stops Boston Logan Intl Vienna Intl

7:55 am - 1:55 pmSOF Sofia-EWR Newark

13h 00m1 stop Vienna Intl

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Tue, Dec 8 - Tue, Dec 22

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13h 00m1 stop Belgrade Nikola Tesla

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13h 45m1 stop Belgrade Nikola Tesla

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11:29 am - 11:15 pmEWR Newark-SOF Sofia

28h 46m2 stops Boston Logan Intl Munich Franz Josef Strauss

6:20 am - 3:45 pmSOF Sofia-EWR Newark

16h 25m1 stop Frankfurt am Main

$830United Airlines

Fri, Aug 14 - Fri, Sep 18

11:29 am - 11:15 pmEWR Newark-SOF Sofia

28h 46m2 stops Boston Logan Intl Munich Franz Josef Strauss

6:10 am - 11:59 pmSOF Sofia-EWR Newark

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9:50 pm - 11:15 pmJFK New York John F Kennedy Intl-SOF Sofia

18h 25m2 stops Frankfurt am Main Munich Franz Josef Strauss

4:00 pm - 5:40 pmSOF Sofia-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl

31h 40m1 stop Zurich

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6:00 pm - 3:15 pmEWR Newark-VAR Varna

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4:00 pm - 1:55 pmVAR Varna-EWR Newark

28h 55m1 stop Vienna Intl

$858Multiple Airlines

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6:50 am - 9:10 amJFK New York John F Kennedy Intl-VAR Varna

19h 20m1 stop Istanbul

9:20 am - 10:30 pmVAR Varna-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl

20h 10m1 stop Istanbul

$880Turkish Airlines

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6:00 pm - 3:15 pmEWR Newark-VAR Varna

14h 15m2 stops Frankfurt am Main Vienna Intl

4:00 pm - 6:45 pmVAR Varna-EWR Newark

33h 45m2 stops Vienna Intl Munich Franz Josef Strauss

$882Lufthansa

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28h 10m2 stops Frankfurt am Main Munich Franz Josef Strauss

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30h 00m2 stops Vienna Intl Munich Franz Josef Strauss

$889Lufthansa

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7:30 pm - 3:30 pmJFK New York John F Kennedy Intl-SOF Sofia

13h 00m1 stop Belgrade Nikola Tesla

5:00 am - 12:45 pmSOF Sofia-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl

13h 45m1 stop Belgrade Nikola Tesla

$900Air Serbia

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6:50 am - 9:10 amJFK New York John F Kennedy Intl-VAR Varna

19h 20m1 stop Istanbul

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20h 10m1 stop Istanbul

$940Turkish Airlines

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Oct 29

EWR11:35 pmNewark

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Nov 6

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15h 16m

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$814

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Bulgaria?

If you aren’t able to travel to Bulgaria during the month of January, then flying in February is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of $536.

How far in advance should I book a flight from New York to Bulgaria?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Bulgaria from New York when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Bulgaria for around $706 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Bulgaria from New York for as low as $586 on momondo.

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from New York to Bulgaria?
Prices for flights from New York to Bulgaria refresh daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from New York to Bulgaria?
As of August 2026, there are 11 operators available to choose from for flights from New York to Bulgaria.
How old do you have to be to fly from New York to Bulgaria?
Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from New York to Bulgaria.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Bulgaria?
The travel and health documents required for your trip to Bulgaria can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Bulgaria. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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SWISS	PriceFrom $353	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.5 2,035 reviews	Search SWISS flights
Austrian Airlines	PriceFrom $387	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.6 949 reviews	Search Austrian Airlines flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $397	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 10,100 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
LOT	PriceFrom $413	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.5 1,214 reviews	Search LOT flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom $428	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 4,480 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
Lufthansa	PriceFrom $444	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.8 8,173 reviews	Search Lufthansa flights
KLM	PriceFrom $460	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.8 1,555 reviews	Search KLM flights
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Air Serbia	PriceFrom $586	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.2 234 reviews	Search Air Serbia flights

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