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Flight deals from Crete Heraklion to Sofia

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Crete Heraklion to Sofia? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Sofia.R 1,029 per passenger.Departing Sun, 28 Sep.One-way flight with Aegean Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Aegean Airlines, departs from Crete Heraklion on Sun, 28 Sep, arriving in Sofia.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,029, select.
Sofia.R 1,226 per passenger.Departing Sun, 1 Jun.One-way flight with Aegean Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Aegean Airlines, departs from Crete Heraklion on Sun, 1 Jun, arriving in Sofia.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,226, select.
Sofia.R 1,311 per passenger.Departing Sun, 4 May.One-way flight with SKY express.Outbound indirect flight with SKY express, departs from Crete Heraklion on Sun, 4 May, arriving in Sofia.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,311, select.
Sofia.R 1,367 per passenger.Departing Mon, 31 Mar.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Crete Heraklion on Mon, 31 Mar, arriving in Sofia.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,367, select.
Sofia.R 1,471 per passenger.Departing Sun, 3 Aug.One-way flight with Aegean Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Aegean Airlines, departs from Crete Heraklion on Sun, 3 Aug, arriving in Sofia.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,471, select.
Sofia.R 1,484 per passenger.Departing Sat, 5 Apr.One-way flight with Aegean Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Aegean Airlines, departs from Crete Heraklion on Sat, 5 Apr, arriving in Sofia.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,484, select.
Sofia.R 1,563 per passenger.Departing Sat, 10 Jan.One-way flight with SKY express.Outbound indirect flight with SKY express, departs from Crete Heraklion on Sat, 10 Jan, arriving in Sofia.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,563, select.
Sofia.R 1,569 per passenger.Departing Sun, 13 Jul.One-way flight with SKY express.Outbound indirect flight with SKY express, departs from Crete Heraklion on Sun, 13 Jul, arriving in Sofia.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,569, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Crete Heraklion to Sofia

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Crete Heraklion to Sofia flights are currently cheapest in September.
Mar
from R 1,367
Apr
from R 1,484
May
from R 1,311
Jun
from R 1,226
Jul
from R 1,569
Aug
from R 1,471
Sep
from R 1,029
Oct
from R 1,602
Nov
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Jan
from R 1,563
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Direct flights from Crete Heraklion to Sofia

Crete Heraklion to Sofia: Alternative routes

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

Heraklion to Sofia: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 1,029
Cheapest month to flySeptember
Average flight time1 hr, 35 mins
Most popular airlineBulgaria Air
Average flights per week1

Finding cheap flights from Crete Heraklion to Sofia: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Crete Heraklion to Sofia is R 2,674. 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.
1 hour and 35 minutes is the average flight time from Crete Heraklion to Sofia.
Bulgaria Air flies direct from Crete Heraklion to Sofia.
As of March 2025, there is one flight per week flying from Crete Heraklion to Sofia.
The cheapest month to fly from Crete Heraklion to Sofia is usually March 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Crete Heraklion Airport to Sofia Airport on Thursday, 8 May 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour 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 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.
Currently, Aegean Airlines offers the cheapest flight tickets to Sofia.

Travelling from Heraklion Airport (HER) to Sofia Airport (SOF): what you need to know

  • On average, direct flights from Heraklion Airport to Sofia Airport take 1 hour 39 minutes. Sofia and Heraklion share the same timezone (UTC+2), which means you won't need to change your watch when you arrive.

  • During popular months like August, it's best to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're travelling during a peak period in general.

  • Visiting Sofia (and then discovering more of Bulgaria!) is simple with Bulgaria Air. This popular carrier offers direct flights from Heraklion Airport to Sofia Airport.

  • If you want to have a stopover for your flight from Heraklion Airport to Sofia Airport, just deselect 'Direct flights only' and explore your options. These are the top stopovers between HER and SOF:

    • Palese Airport

    • Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport

    • Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport

  • Before reserving your cheap ticket from HER to SOF, check if you need a visa to enter Bulgaria. Travel document and visa requirements may vary and are updated often. For the latest information, contact the nearest embassy or consulate of your destination.

How to find the cheapest flights from Heraklion Airport (HER) to Sofia Airport (SOF)

  • The best price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Heraklion Airport to Sofia Airport is R 1,029. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 2,674. Keep in mind that fares can change due to demand when booking.

  • To snag cheap tickets from HER to SOF, book your journey 2 months before your departure.

  • October is the cheapest month for tickets from Heraklion Airport to Sofia Airport. If you're looking to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest airfares for every month.

  • Set up a Price Alert for cheap tickets from HER to SOF. You don't need to check every day to see whether prices have fallen. We'll update you as soon as there's a change in price.

  • Tailor your trip using filters. Pick your departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Heraklion Airport to Sofia Airport.

Handy information about Heraklion Airport (HER)

  • Travelling from central Heraklion to Heraklion Airport takes approximately 15 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or hail a cab, you'll cover the 3 kilometres in 9 minutes or so, depending on traffic.

  • After an easy start to your trip? Stay near HER. Whether you're on an early flight from Heraklion Airport to Sofia Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays are the answer:

Arriving at Sofia Airport (SOF)

Getting from Sofia Airport (SOF) to central Sofia

  • From Sofia Airport, Sofia is approximately 11 kilometres away. It takes around 16 minutes to reach the centre driving.

  • Travelling by public transport will take you around 37 minutes.

When to fly to Sofia Airport (SOF)

  • August is the busiest month for flights from Heraklion Airport to Sofia Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, go to Sofia in April.

  • Lock in your flight from Heraklion Airport to Sofia Airport for August if you want to visit Sofia during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 14ºC and 30ºC.

  • If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from HER to SOF in January. Temperatures average between -11ºC and 7ºC then.

More about Sofia

  • When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you can find the top stays in Sofia right here. Browse these options once you've booked your flight from HER to SOF:

  • There are so many things to discover in this city it can be tricky to work out where to begin. National Palace of Culture, Boyana Church and City Garden are major attractions which should be on any well-planned Sofia itinerary.

Complete your Sofia trip with hotels and a car rental

  • You've booked a cheap ticket to Sofia Airport — now it's time to find a place to stay, and perhaps even a set of wheels. We've compared prices across hundreds of companies to bring you the top hotels and car rental deals in Sofia.

Plan the rest of your trip from Heraklion to Sofia

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