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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Sofia to Cairo? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Cairo.$446 per passenger.Departing Thu, 11 Jun, returning Mon, 15 Jun.Return flight with Lufthansa and Austrian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departs from Sofia on Thu, 11 Jun, arriving in Cairo.Inbound indirect flight with Austrian Airlines, departs from Cairo on Mon, 15 Jun, arriving in Sofia.Price includes taxes and charges.From $446, select.
Cairo.$446 per passenger.Departing Mon, 13 Apr, returning Wed, 22 Apr.Return flight with Lufthansa and Austrian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departs from Sofia on Mon, 13 Apr, arriving in Cairo.Inbound indirect flight with Austrian Airlines, departs from Cairo on Wed, 22 Apr, arriving in Sofia.Price includes taxes and charges.From $446, select.
Cairo.$448 per passenger.Departing Thu, 17 Sep, returning Fri, 25 Sep.Return flight with Austrian Airlines and SWISS.Outbound indirect flight with Austrian Airlines, departs from Sofia on Thu, 17 Sep, arriving in Cairo.Inbound indirect flight with SWISS, departs from Cairo on Fri, 25 Sep, arriving in Sofia.Price includes taxes and charges.From $448, select.
Cairo.$457 per passenger.Departing Tue, 5 May, returning Mon, 11 May.Return flight with Austrian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Austrian Airlines, departs from Sofia on Tue, 5 May, arriving in Cairo.Inbound indirect flight with Austrian Airlines, departs from Cairo on Mon, 11 May, arriving in Sofia.Price includes taxes and charges.From $457, select.
Cairo.$457 per passenger.Departing Mon, 23 Nov, returning Sun, 29 Nov.Return flight with Austrian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Austrian Airlines, departs from Sofia on Mon, 23 Nov, arriving in Cairo.Inbound indirect flight with Austrian Airlines, departs from Cairo on Sun, 29 Nov, arriving in Sofia.Price includes taxes and charges.From $457, select.
Cairo.$457 per passenger.Departing Mon, 7 Dec, returning Mon, 14 Dec.Return flight with Austrian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Austrian Airlines, departs from Sofia on Mon, 7 Dec, arriving in Cairo.Inbound indirect flight with Austrian Airlines, departs from Cairo on Mon, 14 Dec, arriving in Sofia.Price includes taxes and charges.From $457, select.
Cairo.$487 per passenger.Departing Wed, 25 Feb, returning Sat, 7 Mar.Return flight with Pegasus Airlines and Air Arabia Egypt.Outbound indirect flight with Pegasus Airlines, departs from Sofia on Wed, 25 Feb, arriving in Cairo.Inbound indirect flight with Air Arabia Egypt, departs from Cairo on Sat, 7 Mar, arriving in Sofia.Price includes taxes and charges.From $487, select.
Cairo.$492 per passenger.Departing Fri, 6 Mar, returning Thu, 12 Mar.Return flight with Pegasus Airlines and Air Arabia Egypt.Outbound indirect flight with Pegasus Airlines, departs from Sofia on Fri, 6 Mar, arriving in Cairo.Inbound indirect flight with Air Arabia Egypt, departs from Cairo on Thu, 12 Mar, arriving in Sofia.Price includes taxes and charges.From $492, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Sofia to Cairo

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Sofia to Cairo flights are currently cheapest in April.
Feb
from $548
Mar
from $492
Apr
from $446
May
from $457
Jun
from $446
Jul
from $660
Aug
from $570
Sep
from $448
Oct
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Nov
from $457
Dec
from $457
Jan
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Sofia to Cairo: Alternative routes

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

Cairo

15km from central Cairo
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Sphinx International

36km from central Cairo
Cheapest
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Sofia to Cairo: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$446
Cheapest month to flyJune
Average flight time2 hrs, 40 mins
Most popular airlineBulgaria Air
Average flights per week1

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Finding cheap flights from Sofia to Cairo: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Sofia to Cairo is $446. 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.
2 hours and 40 minutes is the average flight time from Sofia to Cairo.
Bulgaria Air flies direct from Sofia to Cairo.
As of February 2026, there is one flight per week flying from Sofia to Cairo.
The cheapest month to fly from Sofia to Cairo is usually June.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Sofia Airport to Cairo Airport on Thursday, 11 June 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 2 hours and 40 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 Cairo 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 Cairo is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Lufthansa offers the cheapest flight tickets to Cairo.

Travelling from Sofia Airport (SOF) to Cairo International Airport (CAI): what you need to know

  • Cairo's timezone is UTC+2, which is the same as Sofia.

  • Your SOF to CAI flight won't wait if you're late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.

  • During popular months such as August, it's a good idea to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights when you travel during a peak period in general.

  • If you'd like to include a stop along the way, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Sofia Airport to Cairo International Airport. These are the top stopovers between SOF and CAI:

    • Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport

    • Istanbul Ataturk Airport

    • Sabiha Gokcen International Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Sofia Airport (SOF) to Cairo International Airport (CAI)

  • $273 is currently the best price for a one-way Sofia Airport to Cairo International Airport flight. A return flight starts at $446. These prices may change depending on demand and availability.

  • Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from SOF to CAI if you book early. Airlines often have some great early bird discounts.

  • If you can be flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the cheapest price in each month when searching for a flight from Sofia Airport to Cairo International Airport.

  • Getting your hands on cheap flights from SOF to CAI is a breeze with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch as soon as a new discounted fare appears.

  • Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Sofia Airport to Cairo International Airport.

Handy information about Sofia Airport (SOF)

  • Of all flights leaving Sofia Airport, 66.73% arrive as scheduled at their destination.

  • To get to Sofia Airport from central Sofia, it takes around 15 minutes if you're travelling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 11 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.

  • Planning to catch public transport? Expect a journey time of around 35 minutes.

  • Catching an early flight from Sofia Airport to Cairo International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays near SOF:

Arriving at Cairo International Airport (CAI)

  • The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a Sofia Airport to Cairo International Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near CAI instead:

  • Get your adventure underway by picking up a Cairo International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Auto-Union, Hertz or Alamo to explore Cairo and beyond.

  • Booking your vehicle from Cairo International Airport about one week in advance increases your chances of getting a good deal.

Getting from Cairo International Airport (CAI) to central Cairo

  • From Cairo International Airport, Cairo is approximately 21 kilometres away. It takes around 30 minutes to reach the centre driving.

  • If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey of roughly 1 hour 25 minutes.

When to fly to Cairo International Airport (CAI)

  • It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from Sofia Airport to Cairo International Airport. August is the busiest month to visit Cairo. If you prefer a more low-key vibe, go in April.

  • Lock in your flight from Sofia Airport to Cairo International Airport for July if you want to go to Cairo during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 22ºC and 40ºC.

  • If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from SOF to CAI in January. Average temperatures are between 8ºC and 22ºC then.

Explore more of Egypt

  • Cairo has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of Egypt waiting to be discovered. Around 177 kilometres north-west of Cairo, a visit to Alexandria will keep your itinerary packed. Start with leading sights like Anwar El Sadat Museum - Library of Alexandria, Montazah Palace Gardens and Pompey's Pillar.

  • If you're looking to explore another corner of Egypt, head for Port Said, about 177 kilometres north-east of Cairo. Village Dolphin Beach, Manshiah Square and قاعه توليب tulip garden are among its highlights.

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