Sofia to Tel-aviv flights
Direct and connecting flights from Sofia Airport (SOF) to Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV) — airlines, aircraft types, and the safety record for this route.
Route FAQ
How long does the flight from Sofia to Tel-aviv take?
Flight time from Sofia (SOF) to Tel-aviv (TLV) 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 Tel-aviv?
Airline availability for SOF to TLV 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 Tel-aviv?
Direct (nonstop) availability on SOF to TLV 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.
- El Al Israel Airlines5-yr attributed events: 1Last 90 days: none recorded
- Wizz Air5-yr attributed events: 4Last 90 days: none recorded
- Bulgaria Air5-yr: no attributed events (coverage limited)Last 90 days: none recorded
- Arkia Israel Airlines5-yr: no attributed events (coverage limited)Last 90 days: none recorded
| Carrier | Sightings / 90d | Safety events |
|---|---|---|
| El Al Israel Airlines | 4 sightings | No recorded events |
| Wizz Air | 2 sightings | No recorded events |
| Bulgaria Air | 2 sightings | No recorded events |
| Arkia Israel Airlines | 1 sighting | No recorded events |
Planning SOF → TLV
SOF to TLV is a medium-haul route of 1,559 km (969 mi). See the return TLV → SOF route.
Alternative airports near Tel-aviv: Tel-aviv (SDV) — 15 km, Beer-sheba (BEV) — 82 km, Haifa (HFA) — 90 km.