Direct (nonstop) flights from Milan to Sofia

1 airline flys nonstop from Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP) to Sofia Airport (SOF). It's 757 miles (1,218 km), about 1h 55m in the air. Operated by Bulgaria Air.

MXP
Milan Malpensa Airport
🇮🇹 Milan, Italy
SOF
Sofia Airport
🇧🇬 Sofia, Bulgaria
Flight Time
1h 55m
Distance
757 mi
1,218 km
CO₂/pax
140 kg
−27 kg vs. layover
Airlines
1
Bulgaria Air
Time Diff
+1h
Operated by Bulgaria Air Bulgaria Air

Route data last updated: May 30, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Bulgaria Air FB Bulgaria Air
Route
MXP → SOF
Flight Time
1h 55m
Distance
757 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Milan to Sofia with one stop · direct emits 140 kg CO₂ per passenger

MXP BLQ (Bologna) SOF
Leg 1: 48m (147 mi) Leg 2: 1h 50m (620 mi) Total: ~2h 38m 🍃 167 kg CO₂ (+19% vs. direct)
Leg 1
MXP → BLQ
48m · 147 mi
View MXP to BLQ flights →
Leg 2
BLQ → SOF
1h 50m · 620 mi
View BLQ to SOF flights →
MXP ZAG (Zagreb) SOF
Leg 1: 1h 15m (355 mi) Leg 2: 1h 25m (421 mi) Total: ~2h 40m 🍃 169 kg CO₂ (+21% vs. direct)
Leg 1
MXP → ZAG
1h 15m · 355 mi
View MXP to ZAG flights →
Leg 2
ZAG → SOF
1h 25m · 421 mi
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MXP BRI (Bari) SOF
Leg 1: 1h 40m (510 mi) Leg 2: 1h 20m (359 mi) Total: ~3h 🍃 185 kg CO₂ (+32% vs. direct)
Leg 1
MXP → BRI
1h 40m · 510 mi
View MXP to BRI flights →
Leg 2
BRI → SOF
1h 20m · 359 mi
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MXP BEG (Belgrade) SOF
Leg 1: 1h 45m (567 mi) Leg 2: 1h 15m (214 mi) Total: ~3h 🍃 170 kg CO₂ (+21% vs. direct)
Leg 1
MXP → BEG
1h 45m · 567 mi
View MXP to BEG flights →
Leg 2
BEG → SOF
1h 15m · 214 mi
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MXP VIE (Vienna) SOF
Leg 1: 1h 30m (409 mi) Leg 2: 1h 30m (501 mi) Total: ~3h 🍃 194 kg CO₂ (+39% vs. direct)
Leg 1
MXP → VIE
1h 30m · 409 mi
View MXP to VIE flights →
Leg 2
VIE → SOF
1h 30m · 501 mi
View VIE to SOF flights →

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Milan to Sofia?

A nonstop flight from Milan (MXP) to Sofia (SOF) takes approximately 1 hours and 55 minutes. The distance is 757 miles (1,218 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Milan to Sofia?

Just Bulgaria Air.

Is there a nonstop flight from Milan to Sofia?

Yes. 1 airline: Bulgaria Air.

How far is Milan from Sofia?

The flight distance from Milan to Sofia is 757 miles (1,218 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as the length of Italy.

What is the time difference between Milan and Sofia?

Sofia is 1 hour ahead of Milan. (Europe/Rome vs Europe/Sofia.)

What type of aircraft flies from Milan to Sofia?

At 1h 55m, this route typically uses narrow-body aircraft — Boeing 737 or Airbus A320. Varies by airline.

Do I need a visa to travel from Italy to Bulgaria?

Depends on your passport. Check with the Bulgaria embassy or an official visa portal before booking — requirements change.

What is the carbon footprint of a flight from Milan to Sofia?

Roughly 140 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 700 km.

Is the return flight from Sofia to Milan also nonstop?

Yes — nonstop flights run both ways. Flight time may differ slightly due to wind patterns.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Milan to Sofia?

Midweek flights (Tue/Wed) outside holiday peaks are usually cheapest. 3-6 weeks ahead is a good window for this route. Use "Check Prices" above to compare.

How early should I arrive at Milan Malpensa Airport for this flight?

3 hours before departure for international flights. You need time for check-in, security, and immigration.