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FB972 Flight Status

According to Trip.com latest record on status for Bulgaria Air flight FB972 from Varna to Sofia (VAR-SOF): Flights for Nov 13, 2026 are scheduled, with the next departure slated for 08:30 from VAR and an expected arrival at 09:20 at SOF .
Thu, Nov 12
Fri, Nov 13
VAR-SOF

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Arrived
The flight arrived 20m early.
Varna(VAR)
08:28
Scheduled: 08:30, Nov 12
Varna Airport T2
173106C5-5199-4134-A176-6296CB3DA377 50m
Sofia(SOF)
09:00
Scheduled: 09:20, Nov 12
Sofia Airport T2
Check-in Counter
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Boarding Gate
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Arrival Gate
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Baggage
4
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VAR-SOF

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Scheduled
Your flight will depart on time.
Varna(VAR)
08:30
Scheduled: 08:30, Nov 13
Varna Airport
173106C5-5199-4134-A176-6296CB3DA377 50m
Sofia(SOF)
09:20
Scheduled: 09:20, Nov 13
Sofia Airport T2
Check-in Counter
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Boarding Gate
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Arrival Gate
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Baggage
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FB972 Aircraft Specifications

According to Trip.com real-time data, the FB972 flight from Varna to Sofia on 11/13/2026 is operated using the aircraft model Airbus A220-300. This aircraft has been in service for 2y, 7m. The aircraft has 143 seats.
flight status
Airbus A220-300
On-Time Departure
97 %
On-Time Arrival
97 %
Avg. Early
4 minutes
Aircraft Age
2y, 7m
Total Seats
143
Flight Distance
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FB972 Flight History

Trip.com historical records show that the last FB972 flight departed on Thu, Nov 12 from VAR at approximately 08:28. This flight is expected to arrrive in SOF at 09:00.
Date Airport Aircraft Model Departure Arrival Status
Departure Arrival
Thu, Nov 5 Varna (VAR) Sofia (SOF) BCS3 08:43 09:24 Arrived
Fri, Nov 6 Varna (VAR) Sofia (SOF) BCS3 08:38 09:17 Arrived
Mon, Nov 9 Varna (VAR) Sofia (SOF) BCS3 08:33 09:10 Arrived
Tue, Nov 10 Varna (VAR) Sofia (SOF) BCS3 08:35 09:14 Arrived
Wed, Nov 11 Varna (VAR) Sofia (SOF) BCS3 08:32 09:12 Arrived
Thu, Nov 12 Varna (VAR) Sofia (SOF) BCS3 08:28 09:00 Arrived
Fri, Nov 13 Varna (VAR) Sofia (SOF) BCS3 08:30 09:20 Scheduled

FB972 On-Time Performance

Based on the average performance of this flight over the last 30 trips, the on-time departure rate of FB972 is 97% (Late on average 6 minutes), and the on-time arrival rate is 97% (Early on average 4 minutes).

On-Time Departures
Punctuality
97 %
Late on average 6 minutes
Early
13 %
On time
83 %
30 mins late
3 %
60 mins late
0 %
90 mins late
0 %
Cancelled
4 %
On-Time Arrivals
Punctuality
97 %
Early on average 4 minutes
Early
77 %
On time
20 %
30 mins late
3 %
60 mins late
0 %
90 mins late
0 %
Cancelled
4 %

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Flight FAQs

  • What is the current status of flight fb972?

    Flight fb972 has not departed yet and is currently on schedule. Scheduled departure 08:30, arrival 09:20 (updated Nov 13, 2026).
  • Flight fb972 has not departed yet and is currently on schedule. Scheduled departure is 08:30, with arrival at 09:20. Recheck gate and timing before you head to the airport.
  • Flight fb972 is scheduled to depart at 08:30. The latest actual or estimated departure time is 08:30, and the current status is Scheduled (updated Nov 13, 2026).
  • Flight fb972 is scheduled to arrive at 09:20. The latest estimated or actual arrival time is 09:20. Status is Scheduled as of Nov 13, 2026.
  • Flight fb972 is operated by Bulgaria Air from Varna (VAR) to Sofia (SOF). Typical flight time is about 50 minutes; operating days may include Friday.
  • Track flight fb972 on this Trip.com status page for live departure, arrival, gate and baggage updates. For push alerts on the go, open the same flight in the Trip.com App and turn on flight notifications.
  • If fb972 is delayed or canceled, first confirm the latest status here (Scheduled, updated Nov 13, 2026). Contact Bulgaria Air or your booking channel for rebooking or refund options, and check Trip.com Manage Booking if you booked on Trip.com.
  • Flight fb972 has not departed from Varna (VAR) yet and is currently on schedule for 08:30.
  • Flight fb972 usually flies a Airbus A220-300 with seat layout 2-3. Layouts can differ by aircraft subtype and cabin product—confirm your seat map in Manage Booking after you purchase.

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Time on arrival: Varna 09:20 | Sofia 09:20

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