Private charter between Sofia and Tel Aviv starts at US$23,000 aboard a midsize jet.
We fly Sofia (SOF) ⇄ Tel Aviv (TLV) in both directions, on the same aircraft and guide pricing.
Sofia and Tel Aviv lie approximately 1,559 km apart (969 mi / 842 nm) on a direct routing.
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Guide pricing for Sofia–Tel Aviv spans US$23,000 – US$64,500: from a midsize jet (Cessna Citation XLS+) at the entry level to a super midsize jet (Challenger 350) at the top. All cabins are pet-friendly — travel with dogs and pets beside you.
A stand-up cabin and more baggage room for medium-haul comfort. It seats 7-9 and is a frequent choice on sectors of this length.
Intercontinental comfort with a full stand-up cabin and separate sleeping area. It seats 9-12 and is a frequent choice on sectors of this length.
| Category | Outbound | Return (±10% wind) | From (USD) | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Midsize Jet · rec. | 2h 21m | 2h 07m – 2h 35m | US$33,500 | 7-9 |
| Super Midsize Jet | 2h 12m | 1h 59m – 2h 25m | US$46,000 | 9-12 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cessna Citation XLS+ | 2h 21m | US$33,500 – US$47,000 | 7-9 |
| Hawker 900XP | 2h 19m | US$37,000 – US$51,500 | 7-9 |
| Embraer Praetor 500 | 2h 14m | US$40,000 – US$56,500 | 8-10 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Challenger 350 | 2h 12m | US$46,000 – US$64,500 | 9-12 |
| Cessna Citation Longitude | 2h 12m | US$50,500 – US$71,000 | 9-12 |
| Embraer Praetor 600 | 2h 14m | US$55,000 – US$77,500 | 9-12 |
Outbound and return are priced alike on identical aircraft; expect roughly ±10% variation in time by wind.
Guide prices are one-way estimates incl. positioning; taxes/handling extra. Round-trip and one-way both available.
What determines the price between Sofia and Tel Aviv? Primarily: flight distance and typical jet-stream winds, fuel costs across the regions you cross, and the handling and parking fees charged at each airport. We confirm everything against real-time aircraft availability. International routing adds overflight permits and customs clearance to the final figure.
Private departures on this route use the following airports — we will recommend the best fit for your schedule:
Sofia, Bulgaria: Sofia Airport, Sapareva Banya Airport and Sofia West Airfield.
Tel Aviv, Israel: Ben Gurion International Airport.
| Sofia Airport | Ben Gurion International Airport | |
|---|---|---|
| Code | LBSF / SOF | LLBG / TLV |
| Longest hard runway | 11,811 ft | 13,327 ft |
| Surface | Asphalt | Asphalt |
| Field elevation | 1,742 ft | 135 ft |
All 16 aircraft we quote for Sofia to Tel Aviv can use both airfields and fly the route non-stop. Sofia Airport has 11,811 ft and Ben Gurion International Airport 13,327 ft, both comfortably beyond the 6,000 ft the largest types here need, so field length is not what decides the aircraft on this route — cabin size and range are. At 1,559 km it is close to the limit for the shortest-legged aircraft here, the Embraer Phenom 100EV at 2,180 km.
Alternates within range: Sapareva Banya Airport (8,380 ft, 45 km) · Sofia West Airfield (8,187 ft, 45 km) · Ihtiman Airfield (1,969 ft, 42 km) · Lozen Heliport · Ein Shemer Airfield (3,990 ft, 49 km) · Rishon Lezion Airfield (2,165 ft, 13 km) · Herzliya Airport (2,963 ft, 19 km) · Tnuvot Ultralight Airfield (2,224 ft, 34 km)
We publish the price band (US$23,000 – US$64,500) so you can plan before committing. The confirmed quote has no surprises.
From boarding to arrival, the aircraft is exclusively yours. Discretion is built into every private charter.
Your dog or cat travels in the cabin beside you — never in the hold. Just mention your pet when you enquire.
Charter safety is non-negotiable. All operators on our network carry current AOC certification and third-party audits.
The Sofia to Tel Aviv route is a popular international private-jet path for both business travellers and leisure flyers seeking direct access without commercial schedules.
Budget US$23,000 – US$64,500 one-way depending on aircraft; a midsize jet sits at the entry point. We confirm a firm figure against live availability.
About 2h 21m gate to gate over 1,559 km (969 miles), similar both ways; larger jets are marginally faster.
This sector is mainly served by Midsize Jet, Super Midsize Jet. We lead with a midsize jet for the best balance of cost, cabin and range.
Often yes: same-day and next-day Sofia–Tel Aviv departures are possible when aircraft and crew are positioned nearby.
Absolutely — pets travel in the cabin with you on this route; just tell us the details when you ask for a quote.
Of course: Tel Aviv to Sofia runs on the same aircraft and pricing, so round trips are straightforward.
