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Flight deals from Sofia to Cologne

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Sofia Airport to Cologne Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $130. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Cologne.$30 per passenger.Departing Fri, 3 Jul.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from Sofia on Fri, 3 Jul, arriving in Cologne.Price includes taxes and charges.From $30, select.
Cologne.$54 per passenger.Departing Thu, 12 Nov.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from Sofia on Thu, 12 Nov, arriving in Cologne.Price includes taxes and charges.From $54, select.
Cologne.$60 per passenger.Departing Wed, 21 Oct.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from Sofia on Wed, 21 Oct, arriving in Cologne.Price includes taxes and charges.From $60, select.
Cologne.$61 per passenger.Departing Tue, 30 Jun.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Sofia on Tue, 30 Jun, arriving in Cologne.Price includes taxes and charges.From $61, select.
Cologne.$64 per passenger.Departing Mon, 1 Feb.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from Sofia on Mon, 1 Feb, arriving in Cologne.Price includes taxes and charges.From $64, select.
Cologne.$64 per passenger.Departing Sat, 5 Dec.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from Sofia on Sat, 5 Dec, arriving in Cologne.Price includes taxes and charges.From $64, select.
Cologne.$64 per passenger.Departing Sat, 16 Jan.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from Sofia on Sat, 16 Jan, arriving in Cologne.Price includes taxes and charges.From $64, select.
Cologne.$64 per passenger.Departing Mon, 1 Mar.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from Sofia on Mon, 1 Mar, arriving in Cologne.Price includes taxes and charges.From $64, select.
Cologne.$73 per passenger.Departing Wed, 30 Sep.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from Sofia on Wed, 30 Sep, arriving in Cologne.Price includes taxes and charges.From $73, select.
Cologne.$90 per passenger.Departing Tue, 11 Aug.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Sofia on Tue, 11 Aug, arriving in Cologne.Price includes taxes and charges.From $90, select.
Cologne.$98 per passenger.Departing Fri, 26 Jun.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from Sofia on Fri, 26 Jun, arriving in Cologne.Price includes taxes and charges.From $98, select.
Cologne.$143 per passenger.Departing Wed, 5 Aug.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from Sofia on Wed, 5 Aug, arriving in Cologne.Price includes taxes and charges.From $143, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Sofia to Cologne

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Sofia to Cologne flights are currently cheapest in July.
Jun
from $61
Jul
from $30
Aug
from $90
Sep
from $73
Oct
from $60
Nov
from $54
Dec
from $64
Jan
from $64
Feb
from $64
Mar
from $64
Apr
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Sofia to Cologne: Alternative routes

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

Cologne

15km from central Cologne
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Dusseldorf International

40km from central Cologne
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Dusseldorf Monchengladbach

45km from central Cologne
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Dortmund

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Maastricht

83km from central Cologne
from $106
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Sofia to Cologne: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$30
Cheapest month to flyJuly
Average flight time2 hrs, 35 mins
Most popular airlineRyanair
Average flights per week11

Finding cheap flights from Sofia to Cologne: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Sofia to Cologne is $95. 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 35 minutes is the average flight time from Sofia to Cologne.
Ryanair, Malta Air and Buzz fly direct from Sofia to Cologne.
As of June 2026, there are 11 flights per week flying from Sofia to Cologne.
The cheapest month to fly from Sofia to Cologne is usually July.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Sofia Airport to Cologne Airport on Friday, 10 July 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 2 hours and 35 minutes.
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 Cologne 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 Cologne is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Ryanair offers the cheapest flight tickets to Cologne.

Travelling from Sofia Airport (SOF) to Cologne Airport (CGN): what you need to know

  • Book a direct flight from Sofia Airport to Cologne Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 2 hours 35 minutes.

  • Cologne's timezone is UTC+1, making Cologne one hour behind Sofia.

  • Give yourself plenty of time to make your SOF to CGN flight. It's generally best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • During popular months such as August, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights when you travel during peak periods in general.

  • Travelling to Cologne (and then discovering more of Germany!) is a snap with Ryanair. This popular carrier has direct flights from Sofia Airport to Cologne Airport.

  • Ryanair tops the list for bookings on this route.

  • Among carriers operating SOF to CGN flights, Ryanair is the most consistent for on-time landings.

  • We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Sofia Airport to Cologne Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Stopovers between SOF and CGN include:

    • Munich Airport

    • Vienna Airport

    • Berlin Brandenburg Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Sofia Airport (SOF) to Cologne Airport (CGN)

  • The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Sofia Airport to Cologne Airport flight is $30. A round-trip fare is currently $95. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.

  • Get cheap tickets from SOF to CGN by booking one month ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for finding the biggest deals.

  • Organise your trip for June. That's the cheapest month for flights from Sofia Airport to Cologne Airport. If you're flexible with your travel dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across each month.

  • Getting your hands on cheap flights from SOF to CGN is a cinch with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch when a new discounted fare appears.

  • Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Sofia Airport to Cologne Airport.

Handy information about Sofia Airport (SOF)

  • When it comes to the on-time performance of Sofia Airport, data shows 77% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.

  • Central Sofia to Sofia Airport is approximately 10 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 25 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi.

  • You can expect a journey time of roughly 30 minutes on public transport.

  • Need a convenient hotel near SOF? If you're boarding an early flight from Sofia Airport to Cologne Airport, these stays will have you moments from your departure lounge:

Arriving at Cologne Airport (CGN)

Getting from Cologne Airport (CGN) to central Cologne

  • From Cologne Airport, Cologne is approximately 14 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to drive to the centre.

  • It takes roughly 20 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.

When to fly to Cologne Airport (CGN)

  • The quietest month for a flight from Sofia Airport to Cologne Airport is January, while August is the busiest. Pick the best time to visit Cologne based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.

  • The warmest month in Cologne is August, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Book your flights from Sofia Airport to Cologne Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.

  • Look for cheap tickets from SOF to CGN in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -3ºC (27ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF) on average.

Explore more of Germany

  • Berlin is just one of the many cities in Germany waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Cologne. Around 483 kilometres away to the north-east, its best attractions include Brandenburg Gate, Berlin Wall and Parliament Building.

  • Hamburg is another essential stop in Germany and is around 354 kilometres north-east of Cologne. No journey is complete without visiting Miniatur Wunderland, Elbphilharmonie Hamburg and Port of Hamburg.

Plan the rest of your trip from Sofia to Cologne

Prices shown on this page are estimated lowest prices only. Found in the last 12 days.