How to get from Ankara to Sofia
A real 2-leg route: flight. Flight time 5h, from €93.
We compared the ways to travel from Ankara to Sofia. The most useful option is a flight; the flight itself takes 5h, not counting the trip to and from the airports. The two cities are about 857 km apart in a straight line. The price and operators below come from a real route search.
The lowest we recorded in the last 14 days was €44, on Fri, Sep 4.
This fare comes from a search on September 2, 2026 and has not been refreshed since. Run a live search for today's price.
Ankara to Sofia: cheapest or fastest?
All from the same recent search. Pick a tab: the legs, the timing and the difference from the others all change with it.
- 1Ankara → Istanbulflight
AJet·1h 10m - 2Istanbul → Sofiaflight
AJet·1h 20m
The best balance of price and time we found on this route.
Ankara to Sofia prices by travel date
Gold is the cheapest day we found. Tap a day and the panel and the button lock to that date.
2 ways from Ankara to Sofia: flight, bus
How the trip from Ankara to Sofia works
Start with a AJet flight from Ankara to Sofia, connecting in Istanbul, about 5h. In total it's roughly €93 over 5h, 1 transfer.
Along the way to Sofia
DepartureAnkara
Change hereIstanbul
ArrivalSofiaWho runs Ankara to Sofia
AJetAnkara-IstanbulSee live options and dates →AJetIstanbul-SofiaSee live options and dates →
Metro TurizmBook →
ArdaTurBook →
Turkish AirlinesSee live options and dates →On this route you travel with AJet; Routavio does not add a booking fee.
Ankara to Sofia: common questions
How long does it take to get from Ankara to Sofia?+−
The most useful option is a flight; the flight itself takes about 5h. Getting to and from the airports is on top of that.
How far is Sofia from Ankara?+−
About 857 km in a straight line. The real route on the ground or in the air is longer.
How much does Ankara to Sofia cost?+−
The best price in our latest search was €93. The exact fare depends on your travel date.
Are there direct flights from Ankara to Sofia?+−
The most useful route we found connects: 1 transfer, 5h in total. On flexible dates a live search sometimes turns up a nonstop.
How long is the flight from Ankara to Sofia?+−
About 5h, and that is the flight itself. Getting to and from the airports is on top of it.
What are the airport codes for Ankara and Sofia?+−
Ankara is ESB and Sofia is SOF, so this route is usually written ESB to SOF.
Which operators run Ankara to Sofia?+−
On this route you travel with AJet.
Can you get from Ankara to Sofia without flying?+−
Yes. A ground route by bus takes about 18h 30m.
What is the cheapest way to get from Ankara to Sofia?+−
Usually a flexible date, or leaving from a nearby airport. A live search puts every option for your dates side by side.
Can I book directly?+−
Yes. Routavio sends you straight to the operator or an independent third-party provider. We never add a booking fee. The final fare and availability are confirmed by that provider.
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