Flights London → Sofia
LHR → SOF
Route overview
The flight route operates from London to Sofia, utilizing a mix of aircraft including the Airbus A320 and A319 as well as the Embraer 190. The destination airport in Sofia has been operational since 1930 and currently handles over seven million passengers annually.
The London (LHR) → Sofia (SOF) route is operated by American Airlines, British Airways. FlightGuard's average computed risk is 10.6/100 (low), updated in real time from weather, ATC delays, strikes, NOTAMs, fuel and flight history. At Sofia the average ATFM delay is 0.8 minutes (main cause: ATC pre-departure). Departing from London the average ATFM delay is 1.8 minutes.
Heading to Sofia: what to expect in this direction
Flying from London (LHR) to Sofia (SOF) heads east for about 2,041 km, a flight time of roughly 2h 58m.
Air-traffic congestion: departing London the average ATFM delay is 1.8 min (atfm); arriving into Sofia it is 0.8 min (ATC pre-departure).
Route facts
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Airline punctuality on this route
| Airline | On-time | Average delay | Cancellations |
|---|---|---|---|
| British Airways (BA) | 77% | 17 min | 2.4% |
| American Airlines (AA) | 74% | 16 min | 3.0% |
Airlines operating LHR-SOF
Frequently asked questions about LHR-SOF
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The cancellation rate varies by airline and season. Check your flight risk for an up-to-date estimate.
The route is operated by 2 airlines: American Airlines, British Airways.
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The London-Sofia route is about 2,041 km: for a cancellation (with less than 14 days' notice), a delay over 3 hours, or denied boarding, UK261 compensation is £350, barring extraordinary circumstances.
