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Sofia.$1,585 per passenger.Departing Thu, 23 Apr, returning Fri, 1 May.Return flight with LATAM Airlines and Lufthansa.Outbound indirect flight with LATAM Airlines, departs from Rio de Janeiro Internacional on Thu, 23 Apr, arriving in Sofia.Inbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departs from Sofia on Fri, 1 May, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,585, select.
Sofia.$1,696 per passenger.Departing Sun, 16 Aug, returning Fri, 28 Aug.Return flight with ITA Airways.Outbound indirect flight with ITA Airways, departs from Rio de Janeiro Internacional on Sun, 16 Aug, arriving in Sofia.Inbound indirect flight with ITA Airways, departs from Sofia on Fri, 28 Aug, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,696, select.
Sofia.$1,726 per passenger.Departing Mon, 6 Oct, returning Sun, 19 Oct.Return flight with Air France.Outbound indirect flight with Air France, departs from Rio de Janeiro Internacional on Mon, 6 Oct, arriving in Sofia.Inbound indirect flight with Air France, departs from Sofia on Sun, 19 Oct, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,726, select.
Sofia.$1,755 per passenger.Departing Tue, 10 Feb, returning Fri, 20 Feb.Return flight with Air France and KLM.Outbound indirect flight with Air France, departs from Rio de Janeiro Internacional on Tue, 10 Feb, arriving in Sofia.Inbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from Sofia on Fri, 20 Feb, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,755, select.
Sofia.$1,859 per passenger.Departing Tue, 30 Sep, returning Thu, 16 Oct.Return flight with KLM.Outbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from Rio de Janeiro Internacional on Tue, 30 Sep, arriving in Sofia.Inbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from Sofia on Thu, 16 Oct, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,859, select.
Sofia.$1,860 per passenger.Departing Sun, 18 Jan, returning Wed, 28 Jan.Return flight with Air France and KLM.Outbound indirect flight with Air France, departs from Rio de Janeiro Internacional on Sun, 18 Jan, arriving in Sofia.Inbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from Sofia on Wed, 28 Jan, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,860, select.
Sofia.$1,893 per passenger.Departing Mon, 26 Jan, returning Thu, 5 Feb.Return flight with Air France and KLM.Outbound indirect flight with Air France, departs from Rio de Janeiro Internacional on Mon, 26 Jan, arriving in Sofia.Inbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from Sofia on Thu, 5 Feb, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,893, select.
Sofia.$1,908 per passenger.Departing Sat, 13 Sep, returning Sat, 20 Sep.Return flight with ITA Airways.Outbound indirect flight with ITA Airways, departs from Rio de Janeiro Internacional on Sat, 13 Sep, arriving in Sofia.Inbound indirect flight with ITA Airways, departs from Sofia on Sat, 20 Sep, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,908, select.

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Rio de Janeiro to Sofia: Alternative routes

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

Rio de Janeiro to Sofia: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$1,585
Cheapest month to flyApril

Finding cheap flights from Rio de Janeiro to Sofia: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Rio de Janeiro to Sofia is $1,585. 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.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Rio de Janeiro to Sofia. But we found flights with one stop from $1,585.
As of September 2025, there are no flights flying from Rio de Janeiro to Sofia.
The cheapest month to fly from Rio de Janeiro to Sofia is usually April.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Rio de Janeiro to Sofia Airport on Thursday, 23 April 2026.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Rio de Janeiro and Sofia Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.
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.
The cheapest airline that flies to Sofia is LATAM Airlines .

Travelling from Rio De Janeiro to Sofia Airport (SOF): What you need to know

  • Planning your trip starts with figuring out where you'll fly out of in Rio De Janeiro. Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) is the city's main base, so explore your options for booking a flight from Rio De Janeiro to Sofia Airport (SOF) taking off from here.

  • Sofia Airport is located in Sofia. The city runs on the UTC+2 timezone and is five hours ahead of Rio De Janeiro.

  • Your flight from Rio De Janeiro to SOF won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.

  • During peak travel periods, allow for longer queues and be there earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and up to four hours for international trips.

Airports in Rio De Janeiro

Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG)

  • Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to break up your journey and maybe even tour another city. When browsing cheap flights from Rio De Janeiro to SOF departing from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to find out where you can visit along the way. Some popular options include:

    • Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)

    • Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)

    • Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)

  • The journey from central Rio De Janeiro to GIG takes around 1 hour 5 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a cab, you'll cover the 18 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.

  • Booked an early flight from Rio De Janeiro to Sofia Airport? Avoid the mad dash to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels near Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport:

  • When it comes to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport's on-time performance, 79.57% of flights arrive within the expected time frame.

Santos Dumont Airport (SDU)

  • You can reach SDU from central Rio De Janeiro in approximately 5 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The ride by public transport takes roughly 15 minutes to travel the 2 kilometres or so.

  • Want to enjoy an extra night away before boarding your Rio De Janeiro to SOF flight? Check in to a hotel near Santos Dumont Airport before your adventure officially begins. These stays have a room with your name on it:

  • 78.67% of flights taking off from Santos Dumont Airport make it to their destination as expected.

About Sofia Airport (SOF)

  • The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Rio De Janeiro to Sofia Airport. Stay at one of these accommodation options near SOF instead:

  • Grab a Sofia Airport rental car and discover Sofia and beyond with your own wheels. MEX, Surprice and NU Car Rentals are popular outlets to choose from here.

  • Lock in the best deal by booking your vehicle around one week ahead of your Rio De Janeiro to Sofia Airport flight.

Getting from Sofia Airport (SOF) to central Sofia

  • Sofia Airport is around 11 kilometres from the centre of Sofia. It takes around 15 minutes or so to get to the city by car.

  • It'll take around 35 minutes to get there using public transport.

How to find the cheapest flights from Rio De Janeiro to Sofia Airport (SOF)

  • The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Rio De Janeiro to Sofia Airport is $951. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $1,585. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares can change.

  • Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Rio De Janeiro to SOF if you book early. Airlines often have some great early bird discounts.

  • The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest Rio De Janeiro to Sofia Airport tickets across the entire month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your travel dates aren't set in stone.

  • Save time searching for cheap flight tickets from Rio De Janeiro to SOF by creating a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or notification on the app when fares go down.

  • Tailor your travel plans using filters. Select your preferred arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Rio De Janeiro to Sofia Airport.

The best time to fly from Rio De Janeiro to Sofia Airport (SOF)

  • It's time to decide your travel dates for your flight from Rio De Janeiro to Sofia Airport (SOF). August is when most people visit Sofia. If you're all about a more relaxed kind of trip, go in April.

  • Before locking in your Rio De Janeiro to SOF flight ticket, consider the weather you're most comfortable in. August is the warmest month in Sofia, with temperatures ranging from 14ºC (57ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).

  • For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Rio De Janeiro to Sofia Airport in January when temperatures are between -11ºC (12ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF).

More about Sofia

  • When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in Sofia right here. Explore these options once you've locked in your flight from Rio De Janeiro to Sofia Airport:

  • Your trip to Sofia wouldn't be complete without a bit of sightseeing. Top attractions that should be on your list include Free Sofia Tour, Boyana Church and National Historical Museum.

Explore more of Bulgaria

  • You've visited Sofia, now it's time to discover other parts of Bulgaria. Journey about 129 kilometres south-east to Plovdiv to tick off its leading attractions. From Plovdiv Old Town to Plovdiv Roman Theatre and Ancient Plovdiv Municipal Institute, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.

  • If you're eager to discover another great destination in Bulgaria, consider Stara Zagora, roughly 193 kilometres east of Sofia. Парк „5-и октомври“ (Градската градина), Zagorka Lake and The Zelen Klin Park are key highlights.

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