Sofia to Heraklion flights
Direct and connecting flights from Sofia Airport (SOF) to Heraklion International Nikos Kazantzakis Airport (HER) — airlines, aircraft types, and the safety record for this route.
Route FAQ
How long does the flight from Sofia to Heraklion take?
Flight time from Sofia (SOF) to Heraklion (HER) depends on routing, aircraft type, and whether the flight is direct or connecting. A direct flight typically reflects great-circle distance plus winds, while one-stop options can add several hours depending on the layover airport. The typical block time and frequency we have observed for this route are shown above.
Which airlines fly from Sofia to Heraklion?
Airline availability for SOF to HER changes by season and sometimes week to week as carriers adjust capacity. The airlines and aircraft types observed operating this route, both direct and connecting, are listed below based on real flight-tracking data.
Are there direct flights from Sofia to Heraklion?
Direct (nonstop) availability on SOF to HER varies by date, day of week, and season. Busy city pairs usually have multiple daily nonstops, while thinner routes may only have direct service a few days per week or only during peak seasons.
No fatal or serious occurrence recorded and attributed to operators on this pair in the last 90 days.
- Bulgaria Air5-yr: no attributed events (coverage limited)Last 90 days: none recorded
- BVL5-yr: no attributed events (coverage limited)Last 90 days: none recorded
| Carrier | Sightings / 90d | Safety events |
|---|---|---|
| Bulgaria Air | 2 sightings | No recorded events |
| BVL | 1 sighting | No recorded events |
Planning SOF → HER
SOF to HER is a short-haul route of 832 km (517 mi). See the return HER → SOF route.
Alternative airports near Heraklion: Sitia (JSH) — 85 km, Chania (CHQ) — 96 km.