Flights from Romania cities to Sofia

Sofia is the capital and largest city of Bulgaria, located at the foot of Vitosha Mountain, in the western part of the country. Strategically positioned in the heart of the Balkan Peninsula, Sofia has a history that stretches back over 2,400 years. Its ancient name, Serdica, comes from the local Celtic tribe serdi, who founded the city in the 5th century BC. Sofia remained a relatively small settlement until 1879, when it was declared the capital of Bulgaria. Today, the city is home to 1.3 million residents and hosts the country's most significant universities, cultural institutions, and businesses.

This vibrant Bulgarian city boasts numerous cultural and historic landmarks worth exploring. One of the highlights is St. Sofia Church, one of the oldest Orthodox churches, built during the reign of Emperor Justinian. The church’s significance is so profound that it gave the city its current name. Another must-see is Alexander Nevsky Cathedral, often referred to as “the heart of the city.” This Byzantine-style masterpiece is a symbol of Sofia and houses an impressive collection of 1,500 icons.

Other fascinating places to visit in Sofia include:

• Levski Monument – erected at the site where the Bulgarian hero Levski was executed by the Ottomans,
• National Palace of Culture,
• National Gallery of Fine Arts,
• National Museum of Natural History,
• National Museum of History,
• Statue of the Goddess Sofia – a symbol of divine wisdom,
• Monument to the Tsar Liberator,
• Vitosha National Park, which features Bulgaria’s longest cave, and
• Cherni Vrah (Black Peak) – the highest point of Vitosha Mountain.

Sofia is also a lively city that hosts a variety of annual events and festivals designed to attract tourists and entertain locals. Among the most famous are:

• European Co-Production Festival,
• Sofia Pride,
• IN THE PALACE International Short Film Festival,
• Sofia International Film Festival,
• Kavarna Rock Fest,
• Golden Orpheus, and
• Spirit of Burgas.

Traveling to Sofia is made easy by numerous airlines operating flights to the Bulgarian capital, including Qatar Airways, Bulgaria Air, Wizz Air, British Airways, easyJet, and Ryanair.