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Sofia.R 1,314 per passenger.Departing Tue, 10 Jun.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Riga International on Tue, 10 Jun, arriving in Sofia.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,314, select.
Sofia.R 1,379 per passenger.Departing Tue, 20 May.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Riga International on Tue, 20 May, arriving in Sofia.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,379, select.
Sofia.R 1,402 per passenger.Departing Tue, 9 Sep.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Riga International on Tue, 9 Sep, arriving in Sofia.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,402, select.
Sofia.R 1,470 per passenger.Departing Wed, 27 Aug.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Riga International on Wed, 27 Aug, arriving in Sofia.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,470, select.
Sofia.R 1,491 per passenger.Departing Sat, 2 May.One-way flight with airBaltic.Outbound direct flight with airBaltic departs from Riga International on Sat, 2 May, arriving in Sofia.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,491, select.
Sofia.R 1,551 per passenger.Departing Tue, 7 Oct.One-way flight with airBaltic.Outbound direct flight with airBaltic departs from Riga International on Tue, 7 Oct, arriving in Sofia.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,551, select.
Sofia.R 1,551 per passenger.Departing Sat, 16 Aug.One-way flight with airBaltic.Outbound direct flight with airBaltic departs from Riga International on Sat, 16 Aug, arriving in Sofia.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,551, select.
Sofia.R 1,551 per passenger.Departing Sat, 6 Sep.One-way flight with airBaltic.Outbound direct flight with airBaltic departs from Riga International on Sat, 6 Sep, arriving in Sofia.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,551, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Riga International to Sofia

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Riga International to Sofia flights are currently cheapest in June.
May
from R 1,379
Jun
from R 1,314
Jul
from R 1,591
Aug
from R 1,470
Sep
from R 1,402
Oct
from R 1,551
Nov
from R 1,591
Dec
from R 1,994
Jan
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Feb
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Mar
from R 1,591
Apr
from R 1,994

Direct flights from Riga International to Sofia

Riga International to Sofia: Alternative routes

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

Riga to Sofia: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 1,314
Cheapest month to flyJune
Average flight time2 hrs, 35 mins
Most popular airlineairBaltic
Average flights per week8

Finding cheap flights from Riga International to Sofia: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Riga International to Sofia is R 2,881. 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 35 minutes is the average flight time from Riga International to Sofia.
airBaltic, Air Serbia and Bulgaria Air fly direct from Riga International to Sofia.
As of May 2025, there are 8 flights per week flying from Riga International to Sofia.
The cheapest month to fly from Riga International to Sofia is usually May 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Riga International Airport to Sofia Airport on Saturday, 6 September 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 2 hours and 35 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 Sofia 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 Sofia is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, airBaltic offers the cheapest flight tickets to Sofia.

Flying from Riga International Airport (RIX) to Sofia Airport (SOF): what you need to know

  • Book a direct flight from Riga International Airport to Sofia Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 2 hours 35 minutes.

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

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

  • You'll likely experience longer lines during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will give you ample time for security and boarding.

  • Air Baltic has direct flights from Riga International Airport to Sofia Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to discover the sights in Sofia — and maybe even more of Bulgaria if you have time.

  • Air Baltic is the most frequently booked airline on this route.

  • Air Baltic ranks as the top on-time carrier for RIX to SOF flights, with 94.12% of its services reaching their destination on schedule.

  • Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Riga International Airport to Sofia Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Check out these options between RIX and SOF:

    • Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport

    • Berlin Brandenburg Airport

    • Franz Josef Strauss Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Riga International Airport (RIX) to Sofia Airport (SOF)

  • At the moment, R 1,314 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Riga International Airport to Sofia Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is R 2,881. Keep in mind that fares could change due to demand at the time of booking.

  • Book seven months before your departure date. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from RIX to SOF.

  • June is the cheapest month for flights from Riga International Airport to Sofia Airport. If you want to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares for each month.

  • There's no need to check back in every day to see if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll send you an update as soon as the price changes on cheap flights from RIX to SOF.

  • Tailor your flights using filters. Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Riga International Airport to Sofia Airport.

Handy information about Riga International Airport (RIX)

  • When it comes to the on-time performance of Riga International Airport, data shows 71.03% of flights complete their journey on time.

  • Riga International Airport is around 11 kilometres from central Riga. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.

  • Catching public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 50 minutes.

  • Looking for a convenient hotel near RIX? If you're catching an early flight from Riga International Airport to Sofia Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:

Arriving at Sofia Airport (SOF)

Getting from Sofia Airport (SOF) to central Sofia

  • From Sofia Airport, Sofia is approximately 11 kilometres away. It takes around 15 minutes to drive to the centre.

  • If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey of about 35 minutes.

When to fly to Sofia Airport (SOF)

  • It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from Riga International Airport to Sofia Airport. August is the busiest month to head to Sofia. If you're after a more laid-back vibe, go in April.

  • Book your flight from Riga International Airport to Sofia Airport for August if you want to go to Sofia during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 14ºC (57ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF).

  • Look for cheap tickets from RIX to SOF in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -11ºC (12ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF) on average.

Explore more of Bulgaria

  • Sofia has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of Bulgaria just waiting to be discovered. Around 129 kilometres south-east of Sofia, a visit to Plovdiv will fill your itinerary to the brim. Don't miss top attractions like Plovdiv Old Town, Plovdiv Roman Theatre and Archaelogical Complex Nebet Tepe.

  • Varna is another must-experience destination in Bulgaria and is around 386 kilometres east of Sofia. No trip is complete without seeing Park Asparuhovo - Asparuhovo sea garden, Dormition of theotokos Cathedral and Sunset viewpoint (място за гледане на Залеза).

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