What are the most popular cities to visit in Bulgaria?

Bulgaria is full of interesting cities to visit if you’re interested in touring the country. The majority of our users (95%) visit Sofia more than other cities in the country, but other popular cities in Bulgaria include Varna and Burgas.

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Flights to Varna

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Lufthansa

Mar 19

JNB

29h 05m

2 stops

VAR

Mar 23

VAR

15h 05m

2 stops

JNB

R12 458

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Lufthansa

Mar 19

JNB

29h 05m

2 stops

VAR

Mar 23

VAR

15h 05m

2 stops

JNB

R12 475

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Lufthansa

Mar 19

JNB

29h 05m

2 stops

VAR

Mar 23

VAR

15h 05m

2 stops

JNB

R12 543

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Turkish Airlines

Mar 19

JNB

14h 00m

1 stop

VAR

Mar 23

VAR

13h 25m

1 stop

JNB

R14 915

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Turkish Airlines

Mar 19

JNB

14h 00m

1 stop

VAR

Mar 23

VAR

13h 25m

1 stop

JNB

R14 932

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Turkish Airlines

Mar 19

JNB

14h 00m

1 stop

VAR

Mar 23

VAR

13h 25m

1 stop

JNB

R15 035

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Turkish Airlines

Mar 19

JNB

20h 50m

2 stops

VAR

Mar 23

VAR

13h 25m

1 stop

JNB

R17 748

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Turkish Airlines

Mar 19

JNB

20h 50m

2 stops

VAR

Mar 23

VAR

13h 25m

1 stop

JNB

R19 079

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Turkish Airlines

Mar 19

JNB

20h 50m

2 stops

VAR

Mar 23

VAR

13h 25m

1 stop

JNB

R19 216

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10:10 - 15:15JNB-VAR

29h 05m2 stops

16:00 - 7:05VAR-JNB

15h 05m2 stops

R12 458Lufthansa

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Thu, Mar 19 - Mon, Mar 23

10:10 - 15:15JNB-VAR

29h 05m2 stops

16:00 - 7:05VAR-JNB

15h 05m2 stops

R12 475Lufthansa

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Thu, Mar 19 - Mon, Mar 23

10:10 - 15:15JNB-VAR

29h 05m2 stops

16:00 - 7:05VAR-JNB

15h 05m2 stops

R12 543Lufthansa

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Thu, Mar 19 - Mon, Mar 23

19:10 - 9:10JNB-VAR

14h 00m1 stop

21:25 - 10:50VAR-JNB

13h 25m1 stop

R14 915Turkish Airlines

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Thu, Mar 19 - Mon, Mar 23

19:10 - 9:10JNB-VAR

14h 00m1 stop

21:25 - 10:50VAR-JNB

13h 25m1 stop

R14 932Turkish Airlines

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Thu, Mar 19 - Mon, Mar 23

19:10 - 9:10JNB-VAR

14h 00m1 stop

21:25 - 10:50VAR-JNB

13h 25m1 stop

R15 035Turkish Airlines

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Thu, Mar 19 - Mon, Mar 23

12:20 - 9:10JNB-VAR

20h 50m2 stops

21:25 - 10:50VAR-JNB

13h 25m1 stop

R17 748Turkish Airlines

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Thu, Mar 19 - Mon, Mar 23

12:20 - 9:10JNB-VAR

20h 50m2 stops

21:25 - 10:50VAR-JNB

13h 25m1 stop

R19 079Turkish Airlines

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Thu, Mar 19 - Mon, Mar 23

12:20 - 9:10JNB-VAR

20h 50m2 stops

21:25 - 10:50VAR-JNB

13h 25m1 stop

R19 216Turkish Airlines

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Thu, Mar 19 - Mon, Mar 23

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Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgVarna

JNB - VAR

JNBVAR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 19/3

10:10-15:15

2 stops29h 05m

Varna

Mon 23/3

16:00-7:05

2 stops15h 05m

R12 458

JohannesburgVarna

JNB - VAR

JNBVAR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 19/3

10:10-15:15

2 stops29h 05m

Varna

Mon 23/3

16:00-7:05

2 stops15h 05m

R12 475

JohannesburgVarna

JNB - VAR

JNBVAR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 19/3

10:10-15:15

2 stops29h 05m

Varna

Mon 23/3

16:00-7:05

2 stops15h 05m

R12 543

JohannesburgVarna

JNB - VAR

JNBVAR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 19/3

19:10-9:10

1 stop14h 00m

Varna

Mon 23/3

21:25-10:50

1 stop13h 25m

R14 915

JohannesburgVarna

JNB - VAR

JNBVAR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 19/3

19:10-9:10

1 stop14h 00m

Varna

Mon 23/3

21:25-10:50

1 stop13h 25m

R14 932

JohannesburgVarna

JNB - VAR

JNBVAR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 19/3

19:10-9:10

1 stop14h 00m

Varna

Mon 23/3

21:25-10:50

1 stop13h 25m

R15 035

JohannesburgVarna

JNB - VAR

JNBVAR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 19/3

12:20-9:10

2 stops20h 50m

Varna

Mon 23/3

21:25-10:50

1 stop13h 25m

R17 748

JohannesburgVarna

JNB - VAR

JNBVAR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 19/3

12:20-9:10

2 stops20h 50m

Varna

Mon 23/3

21:25-10:50

1 stop13h 25m

R19 079

JohannesburgVarna

JNB - VAR

JNBVAR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 19/3

12:20-9:10

2 stops20h 50m

Varna

Mon 23/3

21:25-10:50

1 stop13h 25m

R19 216

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Bulgaria flights insights and trends

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Which airlines fly to Bulgaria?

Turkish Airlines, Qatar Airways and Lufthansa are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Bulgaria from South Africa according to our data. Turkish Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 44% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Bulgaria. Keep in mind that there are 8 different airlines that fly to Bulgaria on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

Cheapest flights to cities in Bulgaria

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Sofia

Cheap Bulgaria flight deals and tips

Summary info about Bulgaria flight prices, duration and airlines

Best Round-Trip Price	R12 458
Fastest flight time	14h 00m
Popular in	January

The best round-trip flight price to Bulgaria from South Africa in the last 72 hours is R12 458 (Johannesburg OR Tambo to Varna).

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The fastest flight to Bulgaria from South Africa takes 14h 00m (Johannesburg OR Tambo to Varna).

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January has the highest demand for flights to Bulgaria, with a 11% price increase on average.

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Frequently asked questions about flying to Bulgaria

What is the cheapest flight to Bulgaria?

If you are looking to fly to Bulgaria for less, look to airlines like SWISS, Lufthansa, and Austrian Airlines, with prices starting at R7 878, R8 049, and R9 582 respectively.

Which airlines fly to Bulgaria?

You can find flights to Bulgaria from 8 airlines. If you’re unsure which to fly with, consider booking your flight with Turkish Airlines, Qatar Airways or Lufthansa as these are the most popular among our users. Turkish Airlines is the most favoured with 44% of momondo travellers booking flights with this airline.

What is the most popular airport in Bulgaria to fly to?

According to our data, 77% of momondo users who travelled to Bulgaria in the last year flew into Sofia (located in Sofia), making it the most popular airport to fly to. There may be other airports in Bulgaria, but the majority of our users take flights to Sofia in order to visit Sofia and it’s surrounding areas.

What is the best day of the week to fly to Bulgaria?

If your travel plans are flexible and you’re looking to save money on flights to Bulgaria, then be sure to book your departure on a Wednesday. Flying out on a Wednesday, as well as a Thursday, is your best option. Departing on a Saturday tends to be the most expensive day of the week to fly to Bulgaria.

When did momondo last update prices for flights to Bulgaria?

Prices for flights to Bulgaria were last updated today.

How many operators does momondo search for flights to Bulgaria?

As of November 2025, there are 8 operators available to choose from for flights to Bulgaria.

How old do you have to be to fly to Bulgaria?

The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel to Bulgaria.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Bulgaria?

The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Bulgaria 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 licence and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Bulgaria. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

Why use momondo?

Why should I use momondo to find a flight deal to Bulgaria?

To find the flight that best suits your needs, momondo gathers a range of flights from a large pool of different airlines and agents; you can then use our insights and filters to find and book the right flight to Bulgaria.

Can I find flights to Bulgaria with flexible booking policies on momondo?

All flight searches to Bulgaria on momondo can be filtered to show those which offer flexible booking policies.

How can momondo help me find flights to Bulgaria?

Once you have performed a search for flights to Bulgaria, momondo helps you find the right flight by offering useful filters to narrow down your flight selection. Flights can be filtered by multiple factors such as airline, airport and price; but also by other criteria like aircraft type and payment method.