$90+ Cheap flights from Sofia (SOF) to Istanbul (IST)
This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 2/27. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
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Review each provider’s pricing and select the best option for you! Book through your favorite provider’s website for a seamless experience.The best prices from Sofia to Istanbul are usually found in May or December, booked 76 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Friday and return on a Friday
Cheap flight deals from Sofia to Istanbul
Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Sofia (SOF) to Istanbul (IST). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated enero 15, 2025.
Most accurate provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $102 (Gotogate) |
One-way from | $90 (Mytrip) |
Popular in | February |
Cheapest in | May |
Average price | $247 |
Find flight deals from Sofia to Istanbul
Cheapest flights from Sofia to IstanbulExplore the most affordable flight options available from Sofia to Istanbul. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on enero 15, 2025.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Sofia to Istanbul. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on enero 15, 2025.
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
This Air Serbia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Air Serbia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
This Lufthansa deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Lufthansa is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Find flights from Sofia to Istanbul within your budget
Customize your flight search to find flights from Sofia to Istanbul that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated enero 15, 2025.
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Fly to
Route
Depart
Return
Price
SofiaIstanbul
SOF - IST
SOFIST
Sofia
mar. 2/25
10:05 am-11:25 pm
1 stop12h 20m
Istanbul
jue. 3/6
11:40 am-7:15 pm
1 stop8h 35m
SofiaIstanbul
SOF - IST
SOFIST
Sofia
mar. 2/4
9:45 am-12:10 pm
Nonstop1h 25m
Istanbul
mar. 2/11
2:45 pm-3:05 pm
Nonstop1h 20m
SofiaIstanbul
SOF - IST
SOFIST
Sofia
jue. 2/27
7:25 am-12:15 am
2 stops15h 50m
Istanbul
lun. 3/3
8:50 pm-1:55 pm
1 stop18h 05m
SofiaIstanbul
SOF - IST
SOFIST
Sofia
lun. 3/17
11:15 am-9:00 pm
1 stop8h 45m
Istanbul
dom. 3/23
10:00 pm-10:15 am
1 stop13h 15m
SofiaIstanbul
SOF - IST
SOFIST
Sofia
mar. 2/4
7:25 am-10:25 pm
2 stops14h 00m
Istanbul
lun. 2/10
12:55 am-5:15 pm
2 stops17h 20m
SofiaIstanbul
SOF - IST
SOFIST
Sofia
vie. 2/21
4:05 pm-4:25 am
1 stop11h 20m
Istanbul
vie. 2/28
5:20 am-3:00 am
1 stop22h 40m
SofiaIstanbul
SOF - IST
SOFIST
Sofia
mié. 7/9
2:05 pm-9:20 pm
1 stop7h 15m
Istanbul
mar. 7/29
2:00 pm-10:50 pm
1 stop8h 50m
SofiaIstanbul
SOF - IST
SOFIST
Sofia
jue. 2/20
10:05 am-9:30 am
1 stop22h 25m
Istanbul
dom. 2/23
10:45 pm-9:30 am
1 stop11h 45m
SofiaIstanbul
SOF - IST
SOFIST
Sofia
jue. 2/27
7:25 am-12:15 am
2 stops15h 50m
SofiaIstanbul
SOF - IST
SOFIST
Sofia
sáb. 3/1
5:00 am-4:55 pm
1 stop10h 55m
Compare providers for flights from Sofia to Istanbul
Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Sofia to Istanbul in January.
| Provider | Price Accuracy | Trust Score* |
|---|---|---|
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy2 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy2 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy1 star | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars |
- Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Sofia-Istanbul Airport flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Sofia-Istanbul Airport flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Sofia-Istanbul Airport flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
- Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Sofia-Istanbul Airport flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Sofia-Istanbul Airport flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
Best time to book a flight from Sofia to Istanbul
Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Istanbul from Sofia with our price prediction graph.
Travel insights for flights from Sofia to Istanbul
Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Sofia to Istanbul including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.
How far ahead should I book a flight from Sofia to Istanbul Airport?
Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Sofia to Istanbul. Price data was last updated on January 10, 2025.
Booking 76 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Sofia to Istanbul Airport. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Sofia to Istanbul Airport?
Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sofia to Istanbul Airport (average of $923). Flying from Sofia to Istanbul Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,423). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.
What is the cheapest time of day to fly from SOF to IST?
Find hourly flight availability from Sofia to Istanbul. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated enero 15, 2025.
It’s optimal to fly from Sofia to Istanbul Airport in the evening. By choosing this option you can save up to 45% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the morning.
Weekly flight availability from Sofia to Istanbul Airport
Explore weekly flight availability from Sofia to Istanbul. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated enero 15, 2025.
The most flights from SOF to IST are scheduled on a Wednesday (9 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Sunday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (1 on average).
Rainfall in Istanbul by month
Plan your trip to Istanbul by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.
In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Istanbul Airport ranges from 0.4 - 3.9 inches per month. December is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 3.9 in. July is typically the driest time to visit Istanbul Airport when rainfall is around 0.4 in.
Temperature in Istanbul by month
Plan your trip to Istanbul by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.
If weather is an important factor for your trip to Istanbul Airport, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 73.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 41.0 F).
Reviews of airlines servicing Istanbul
Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Istanbul. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Istanbul. Reviews last updated enero 15, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Turkish Airlines and Lufthansa from Sofia to Istanbul by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
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I am very proud of them. Everything was very nice everything thank you
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I am very proud of them. Everything was very nice everything thank you
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I am very proud of them. Everything was very nice everything thank you
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I am very proud of them. Everything was very nice everything thank you