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Burgas is gearing up to host the Eurovision Song Contest 2027, and preparations are well underway to ensure seamless transport for the major international event. Burgas Airport is set to introduce direct flights from the capital, Sofia, significantly enhancing connectivity for attendees.
Following Bulgaria’s historic victory at the Eurovision Song Contest 2026 with DARA, the European Broadcasting Union (EBU) and Bulgarian National Television (BNT) officially confirmed Burgas as the host city for the 71st edition of the contest, taking place in May 2027.
As part of the extensive preparations, Burgas Airport will introduce direct flights between Sofia and Burgas. This strategic move aims to drastically improve accessibility for the thousands of delegations, fans, and media expected to travel to the coastal city for the competition.
Bulgaria Air will be running frequent flights between Sofia and Burgas from 02-19 May.
BNT’S press release reads:
After Burgas was chosen to host Eurovision 2027, preparations began for the city’s better transport connectivity.From May 2, 2027, Bulgaria Air will operate direct flights between Sofia and Burgas, with up to two flights daily on certain days.The new air connection will facilitate the travel of Bulgarian and foreign guests to the largest music event in Europe and will provide convenient connections through the capital.
The contest will be staged at the modern Arena Burgas, which opened in 2023 and boasts a capacity of up to 15,000 spectators for concerts. Enhanced transport infrastructure, such as these new direct air links, is crucial for the successful execution of an event of Eurovision’s magnitude, ensuring smooth logistics throughout the contest week.
Bulgaria Air’s Official Press release reads:
DARA’s and Bulgaria’s victory at Eurovision, along with the country’s upcoming hosting of the competition in 2027, is a source of national pride and an opportunity for Bulgaria to welcome visitors from across Europe. As the national carrier, Bulgaria Air welcomes this success and, in response to the anticipated increased demand for travel to Burgas, will increase the frequency of its flights on the Sofia–Burgas–Sofia route, adapting its schedule during the competition period.
Between 2 and 19 May 2027, up to two daily flights will operate on the Sofia–Burgas–Sofia route. Additional afternoon services will complement the regular evening flights between the two cities in the days leading up to the competition, providing convenient connections for passengers arriving on international flights at Sofia Airport.
In the days following the final, the schedule will also include morning flights from Burgas to Sofia, tailored to the expected return passenger flow and offering convenient onward connections to international flights from the capital.
The adapted schedule will make travel to Burgas easier for spectators, guests, media representatives and everyone planning to visit the coastal city during one of the biggest international music events of 2027. Passengers travelling via Sofia will also be able to benefit from Bulgaria Air’s international network of more than 20 destinations across Europe and the Middle East.
Flights on the route will be operated with the Airbus A220 – the latest-generation aircraft in Bulgaria Air’s fleet, offering a high level of comfort, more personal space and modern amenities for passengers in both Economy and Business Class.
The additional frequencies to Burgas in May 2027 will be available for booking from 25 August 2026. Tickets can be purchased through Bulgaria Air’s official website – www.air.bg and mobile app, at the airline’s offices in Bulgaria and abroad, as well as through its partner agency network.
Hosting Eurovision 2027 will place Burgas and Bulgaria in the spotlight of the international music community and is expected to attract visitors from across the country and Europe. By adapting its flight schedule, Bulgaria Air will contribute to improving the coastal city’s transport connectivity and ensuring a comfortable journey for the guests Bulgaria will welcome during the event.
Further details regarding the flight schedules and frequency are anticipated to be released as Burgas continues its preparations to welcome Europe and the world for Eurovision 2027.
