Vienna to Sofia flights
Direct and connecting flights from Vienna International Airport (VIE) to Sofia Airport (SOF) — airlines, aircraft types, and the safety record for this route.
Route FAQ
How long does the flight from Vienna to Sofia take?
Flight time from Vienna (VIE) to Sofia (SOF) 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 Vienna to Sofia?
Airline availability for VIE to SOF 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 Vienna to Sofia?
Direct (nonstop) availability on VIE to SOF 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.
- Austrian Airlines5-yr attributed events: 2Last 90 days: none recorded
- Ryanair5-yr attributed events: 25Last 90 days: none recorded
| Carrier | Sightings / 90d | Safety events |
|---|---|---|
| Austrian Airlines | 5 sightings | No recorded events |
| Ryanair | 1 sighting | No recorded events |
Planning VIE → SOF
VIE to SOF is a short-haul route of 804 km (500 mi). See the return SOF → VIE route.
Alternative airports near Vienna: Bratislava (BTS) — 48 km, Piestany (PZY) — 109 km, Brno (BRQ) — 116 km.