Which airport is the most popular layover for flights between New York and Sofia?

Vienna (VIE) was the most common stop: 21% of momondo users choosing 1-stop flights on this route connected there.

Which layover airport offers the lowest fares from New York to Sofia?

Flights via London (LHR) offer the lowest average round-trip price of $581.

What airlines fly to Sofia?

United Airlines, Lufthansa and Turkish Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Sofia from New York according to our data. United Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 37% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Sofia. Keep in mind that there are 12 different airlines that fly to Sofia on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

Which layover airport has the shortest travel time from New York to Sofia?

Flights connecting via Vienna (VIE) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 11h 12m.

How long does it take to fly to Sofia?

Flight times vary depending on what airport in New York you fly out of and what airport in Sofia you fly into. For example, flying from Newark to Sofia takes 11h on average. On the other hand, flying from New York to Sofia takes 12h 07m on average. Keep in mind that it’s always quicker to opt for a non-stop flight, so be sure to check momondo if there are any available for your route.

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

Air Serbia, Austrian Airlines, and United Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from New York to Sofia

Which layover airport has the shortest connection time from New York to Sofia?

Rome (FCO) has the shortest average layover time for this route: 1h 20m.

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

Prices for flights from New York to Sofia Airport were last updated today.

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

The number of operators available for flights from New York to Sofia Airport is 12 as of April 2026.

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

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from New York to Sofia Airport.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Sofia Airport?

The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Sofia Airport may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Sofia Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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Q: What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between New York and Sofia?

Prices are currently low for flights on this route. Typical prices usually range from $781 to $541. The lowest price recently found on this route was $510.

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7:30 pm - 3:35 pm

JFK

SOF

13h 05m

1 stop

5:00 am - 5:30 pm

SOF

JFK

19h 30m

1 stop

$510Air Serbia

Fri, Sep 11 - Fri, Oct 2

1:50 pm - 3:35 pm

JFK

SOF

18h 45m

1 stop

4:05 pm - 11:55 am

SOF

JFK

26h 50m

1 stop

$511Air Serbia

Mon, Aug 31 - Mon, Sep 14

7:30 pm - 3:35 pm

JFK

SOF

13h 05m

1 stop

5:00 am - 5:30 pm

SOF

JFK

19h 30m

1 stop

$515Air Serbia

Fri, Sep 11 - Fri, Oct 2

12:25 am - 8:15 pm

EWR

SOF

12h 50m

1 stop

9:35 am - 10:30 pm

SOF

EWR

19h 55m

1 stop

$516Turkish Airlines

Mon, Apr 13 - Tue, Apr 21

7:50 pm - 1:15 pm

JFK

SOF

34h 25m

1 stop

3:50 pm - 10:30 pm

SOF

JFK

13h 40m

1 stop

$536Turkish Airlines

Wed, Apr 15 - Tue, May 26

12:25 am - 3:00 pm

EWR

SOF

31h 35m

1 stop

3:50 pm - 10:30 pm

SOF

EWR

13h 40m

1 stop

$543Turkish Airlines

Mon, Sep 28 - Tue, Oct 13

5:40 pm - 11:40 am

EWR

SOF

11h 00m

1 stop

8:00 am - 1:55 pm

SOF

EWR

12h 55m

1 stop

$556Austrian Airlines

Tue, Apr 28 - Tue, May 5

6:00 pm - 1:25 pm

EWR

SOF

12h 25m

1 stop

8:00 am - 1:55 pm

SOF

EWR

12h 55m

1 stop

$593Multiple Airlines

Wed, Apr 29 - Wed, May 6

2:49 pm - 12:10 pm

LGA

SOF

14h 21m

2 stops

6:10 am - 6:01 pm

SOF

LGA

18h 51m

2 stops

$628United Airlines

Tue, Apr 14 - Tue, Apr 21

10:25 am - 12:10 pm

LGA

SOF

18h 45m

2 stops

6:10 am - 11:23 pm

SOF

LGA

24h 13m

2 stops

$630United Airlines

Mon, Apr 27 - Fri, May 8

Air Canada flights from New York to Sofia

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Air Canada

Apr 28

LGA8:35 amNew York LaGuardia

20h 35m

2 stops

SOF12:10 pmSofia

May 5

SOF12:55 pmSofia

15h 35m

2 stops

LGA9:30 pmNew York LaGuardia

$627

Air Canada

Apr 21

LGA2:30 pmNew York LaGuardia

14h 40m

2 stops

SOF12:10 pmSofia

May 5

SOF6:10 amSofia

15h 27m

2 stops

LGA2:37 pmNew York LaGuardia

$635

Air Canada

Apr 9

EWR2:30 pmNewark

14h 40m

2 stops

SOF12:10 pmSofia

Apr 22

SOF6:20 amSofia

15h 39m

2 stops

EWR2:59 pmNewark

$685

Austrian Airlines flights from New York to Sofia

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Austrian Airlines

Apr 15

JFK9:45 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

10h 35m

1 stop

SOF3:20 pmSofia

Apr 30

SOF12:25 pmSofia

14h 40m

1 stop

JFK8:05 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

$556

Austrian Airlines

Apr 15

EWR5:40 pmNewark

17h 30m

1 stop

SOF6:10 pmSofia

May 5

SOF8:00 amSofia

12h 55m

1 stop

EWR1:55 pmNewark

$602

Austrian Airlines

Apr 15

JFK9:45 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

30h 55m

1 stop

SOF11:40 amSofia

Apr 30

SOF8:00 amSofia

19h 05m

1 stop

JFK8:05 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

$617

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Fri 9/11

7:30 pm-3:35 pm

1 stop13h 05m

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Fri 10/2

5:00 am-5:30 pm

1 stop19h 30m

$510

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JFK - SOF

JFKSOF

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 8/31

1:50 pm-3:35 pm

1 stop18h 45m

Sofia

Mon 9/14

4:05 pm-11:55 am

1 stop26h 50m

$511

New YorkSofia

JFK - SOF

JFKSOF

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 9/11

7:30 pm-3:35 pm

1 stop13h 05m

Sofia

Fri 10/2

5:00 am-5:30 pm

1 stop19h 30m

$515

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EWR - SOF

EWRSOF

Newark

Mon 4/13

12:25 am-8:15 pm

1 stop12h 50m

Sofia

Tue 4/21

9:35 am-10:30 pm

1 stop19h 55m

$516

New YorkSofia

JFK - SOF

JFKSOF

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 4/15

7:50 pm-1:15 pm

1 stop34h 25m

Sofia

Tue 5/26

3:50 pm-10:30 pm

1 stop13h 40m

$536

NewarkSofia

EWR - SOF

EWRSOF

Newark

Mon 9/28

12:25 am-3:00 pm

1 stop31h 35m

Sofia

Tue 10/13

3:50 pm-10:30 pm

1 stop13h 40m

$543

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EWR - SOF

EWRSOF

Newark

Tue 4/28

5:40 pm-11:40 am

1 stop11h 00m

Sofia

Tue 5/5

8:00 am-1:55 pm

1 stop12h 55m

$556

NewarkSofia

EWR - SOF

EWRSOF

Newark

Wed 4/29

6:00 pm-1:25 pm

1 stop12h 25m

Sofia

Wed 5/6

8:00 am-1:55 pm

1 stop12h 55m

$593

New YorkSofia

LGA - SOF

LGASOF

New York LaGuardia

Tue 4/14

2:49 pm-12:10 pm

2 stops14h 21m

Sofia

Tue 4/21

6:10 am-6:01 pm

2 stops18h 51m

$628

New YorkSofia

LGA - SOF

LGASOF

New York LaGuardia

Mon 4/27

10:25 am-12:10 pm

2 stops18h 45m

Sofia

Fri 5/8

6:10 am-11:23 pm

2 stops24h 13m

$630

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between New York and Sofia?

What is the cheapest month to fly to Sofia?

The cheapest month to fly to Sofia from New York is in February. Flight prices, which tend to average around $510, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you aren’t able to travel during the month of February, then book flights to Sofia from New York during November instead. Flights to Sofia in November, while not as cheap as those in February, still average around $516.

How far in advance should I book a flight to Sofia?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Sofia from New York when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Sofia for around $670 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Sofia from New York for as low as $588 on momondo.

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How far is New York to Sofia by plane?
The straight-line distance from New York to Sofia is 4706.8 mi. Flights usually cover this in 11h 00m, depending on flying conditions and air traffic around both airports.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from New York to Sofia Airport?
Prices for flights from New York to Sofia Airport were last updated today.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from New York to Sofia Airport?
The number of operators available for flights from New York to Sofia Airport is 12 as of April 2026.
How old do you have to be to fly from New York to Sofia Airport?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from New York to Sofia Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Sofia Airport?
The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Sofia Airport may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Sofia Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.
What is the most popular airline from New York to Sofia?
Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular airline on flight routes from New York to Sofia is Lufthansa (21% of total bookings). The next most popular airlines are United Airlines (20%), Turkish Airlines (9%), and LOT (9%).

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SWISS	PriceFrom $193	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.5 1,912 reviews	Search SWISS flights
British Airways	PriceFrom $356	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.7 7,848 reviews	Search British Airways flights
Austrian Airlines	PriceFrom $397	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.6 904 reviews	Search Austrian Airlines flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $409	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,541 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
LOT	PriceFrom $413	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.5 1,182 reviews	Search LOT flights
Air France	PriceFrom $420	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 1,563 reviews	Search Air France flights
Lufthansa	PriceFrom $448	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.8 7,889 reviews	Search Lufthansa flights
KLM	PriceFrom $455	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.7 1,487 reviews	Search KLM flights
JetBlue	PriceFrom $478	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 2,912 reviews	Search JetBlue flights
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