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$61+ 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 4/22. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SOF — IST
Apr 6 — Apr 131
Mon 4/6
Mon 4/13
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Sofia to Istanbul are usually found in June or October, booked 23 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Friday and return on a Friday

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Cheapest flights from Sofia to Istanbul
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 March 7, 2026.

This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/5. 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.
Sat 4/259:05 pm
SOF
-
IST
Nonstop1h 30m
Turkish Airlines
Sun 4/261:45 pm
IST
-
SOF
Nonstop1h 15m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 3/5$132
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/6. 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.
Mon 4/203:50 pm
SOF
-
IST
Nonstop1h 30m
Turkish Airlines
Mon 4/271:45 pm
IST
-
SOF
Nonstop1h 15m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 3/6$134
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/4. 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.
Wed 5/279:05 pm
SOF
-
IST
Nonstop1h 30m
Turkish Airlines
Wed 6/31:45 pm
IST
-
SOF
Nonstop1h 15m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 3/4$135
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/3. 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.
Sat 4/183:50 pm
SOF
-
IST
Nonstop1h 30m
Turkish Airlines
Sat 4/251:45 pm
IST
-
SOF
Nonstop1h 15m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 3/3$136
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/3. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 4/182:20 pm
SOF
-
IST
1 stop18h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 4/251:45 pm
IST
-
SOF
Nonstop1h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/3$138
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/4. 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 Turkish Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/23:50 pm
SOF
-
IST
Nonstop1h 30m
Turkish Airlines
Wed 5/61:45 pm
IST
-
SOF
Nonstop1h 15m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 3/4$141
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/3. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/273:50 pm
SOF
-
IST
Nonstop1h 30m
Turkish Airlines
Mon 6/11:45 pm
IST
-
SOF
Nonstop1h 15m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 3/3$144
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/6. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/242:05 pm
SOF
-
IST
Nonstop1h 30m
Turkish Airlines
Mon 4/271:45 pm
IST
-
SOF
Nonstop1h 15m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 3/6$145
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/3. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 4/51:00 pm
SOF
-
IST
1 stop19h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 4/81:45 pm
IST
-
SOF
Nonstop1h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/3$146
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/3. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/303:20 pm
SOF
-
IST
1 stop17h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 5/61:45 pm
IST
-
SOF
Nonstop1h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/3$148

Find 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 March 7, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$132
(Booking.com)

One-way from

$61
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

February

Cheapest in

June

Average price

$127

Good round-trip deal

$757 or less

Good one-way deal

$209 or less
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 5% potential increase in price ($7 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($3 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Average for round-trip flights in March 2026
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Price to beat on a one-way flight from Sofia to Istanbul.
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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 March 7, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Sofia to Istanbul Airport that are best for you.

Fly from

Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip
Quickest round-trip

SofiaIstanbul

SOF - IST

SOFIST

Sofia

Sat 5/2

3:50 pm-5:20 pm

Nonstop1h 30m

Istanbul

Wed 5/6

1:45 pm-3:00 pm

Nonstop1h 15m

$141

SofiaIstanbul

SOF - IST

SOFIST

Sofia

Thu 9/3

9:05 pm-10:35 pm

Nonstop1h 30m

Istanbul

Sun 9/6

12:00 pm-1:15 pm

Nonstop1h 15m

$143

SofiaIstanbul

SOF - IST

SOFIST

Sofia

Wed 5/27

3:50 pm-5:20 pm

Nonstop1h 30m

Istanbul

Mon 6/1

1:45 pm-3:00 pm

Nonstop1h 15m

$144

SofiaIstanbul

SOF - IST

SOFIST

Sofia

Sat 4/18

3:10 pm-8:40 am

2 stops17h 30m

Istanbul

Sat 4/25

1:45 pm-3:00 pm

Nonstop1h 15m

$179

SofiaIstanbul

SOF - IST

SOFIST

Sofia

Wed 5/27

4:05 pm-3:40 am

1 stop11h 35m

Istanbul

Wed 6/3

4:30 am-3:35 pm

1 stop11h 05m

$203

SofiaIstanbul

SOF - IST

SOFIST

Sofia

Sat 5/2

4:05 pm-3:40 am

1 stop11h 35m

Istanbul

Wed 5/6

3:45 pm-3:35 pm

1 stop23h 50m

$203
Cheapest one-way
Quickest one-way

SofiaIstanbul

SOF - IST

SOFIST

Sofia

Mon 6/1

3:50 pm-5:20 pm

Nonstop1h 30m

$82

SofiaIstanbul

SOF - IST

SOFIST

Sofia

Sun 6/28

9:35 pm-8:45 am

1 stop11h 10m

$92

SofiaIstanbul

SOF - IST

SOFIST

Sofia

Fri 5/22

4:05 pm-3:40 am

1 stop11h 35m

$98

SofiaIstanbul

SOF - IST

SOFIST

Sofia

Sat 7/25

3:50 pm-5:20 pm

Nonstop1h 30m

$99

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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 March.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Kiwi.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
SmartFaresPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*1 star

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • 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.
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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Sofia to Istanbul Airport

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 February 27, 2026.

Booking 23 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, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sofia to Istanbul Airport (average of $74). Flying from Sofia to Istanbul Airport in May is currently the most expensive (average of $102). 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 March 7, 2026.

It’s optimal to fly from Sofia to Istanbul Airport in the afternoon. By choosing this option you can save up to 25% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the evening.

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 March 7, 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Turkish Airlines and Pegasus Airlines from Sofia to Istanbul Airport by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
4,250 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

7.8

Overall

7.3

Comfort

7.3

Boarding

7.3

Food

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Jan 2026

NQZ - IST

First of all, my flight got delayed. When I had a registration in Astana, the girl who was working on a desk was too lazy to fill out my info and that’s why she gave me only 2 tickets instead of 3. While boarding I realized it and had to talk to another worker who was solving this problem. My seat was near emergency door, people in front were reclining their seats, but I couldn’t- that made me have a little space to sit, move, etc. That was really uncomfortable. So the flight itself also took longer and I didn’t have time to reach another gate for next flight, even tho flight attendant said plane will be in time. I had to go to Turkish Airlines main office, most of workers didn’t speak enough good English to explain properly where it is. It also took me like 1,5 hours to solve. I was not satisfied with the flight at all this time.
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
4,250 reviews
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
4,250 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

7.8

Overall

7.3

Comfort

7.3

Boarding

7.3

Food

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Jan 2026

NQZ - IST

First of all, my flight got delayed. When I had a registration in Astana, the girl who was working on a desk was too lazy to fill out my info and that’s why she gave me only 2 tickets instead of 3. While boarding I realized it and had to talk to another worker who was solving this problem. My seat was near emergency door, people in front were reclining their seats, but I couldn’t- that made me have a little space to sit, move, etc. That was really uncomfortable. So the flight itself also took longer and I didn’t have time to reach another gate for next flight, even tho flight attendant said plane will be in time. I had to go to Turkish Airlines main office, most of workers didn’t speak enough good English to explain properly where it is. It also took me like 1,5 hours to solve. I was not satisfied with the flight at all this time.
Pegasus Airlines
6.7
Okay
642 reviews
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
4,250 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

7.8

Overall

7.3

Comfort

7.3

Boarding

7.3

Food

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Jan 2026

NQZ - IST

First of all, my flight got delayed. When I had a registration in Astana, the girl who was working on a desk was too lazy to fill out my info and that’s why she gave me only 2 tickets instead of 3. While boarding I realized it and had to talk to another worker who was solving this problem. My seat was near emergency door, people in front were reclining their seats, but I couldn’t- that made me have a little space to sit, move, etc. That was really uncomfortable. So the flight itself also took longer and I didn’t have time to reach another gate for next flight, even tho flight attendant said plane will be in time. I had to go to Turkish Airlines main office, most of workers didn’t speak enough good English to explain properly where it is. It also took me like 1,5 hours to solve. I was not satisfied with the flight at all this time.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Sofia to Istanbul. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Sofia to Istanbul?

    Most people fly from Sofia (SOF) if they book a flight from Sofia to Istanbul. On average, Sofia has 5 outbound flights to Istanbul per day from 2 airlines. Sofia is conveniently located just 4.2 mi from Sofia’s city center.

  • How long is the flight from Sofia to Istanbul Airport?

    Turkish Airlines can get you from Sofia to Istanbul Airport in just under 1h 30m. Your travel time will be generally consistent. The distance from Sofia to Istanbul Airport is about 291 mi. All flights are typically nonstop.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Sofia to Istanbul Airport round-trip?

    Currently priced at $90, Pegasus Airlines will fly you from Sofia to Istanbul Airport and back. In addition to Pegasus Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Check Cheapflights for deals on Turkish Airlines for as low as $136. Users have found that Pegasus Airlines is 34% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Sofia to Istanbul Airport?

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Sofia to Istanbul Airport consider choosing Lufthansa (100%), Turkish Airlines (56%) or IndiGo (56%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Sofia to Istanbul Airport?

    The cheapest flight price from Sofia to Istanbul Airport is $155. On average you can expect to pay $1,438. The most popular route, (Sofia - Istanbul), can usually be booked for $125.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Sofia to Istanbul that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Sofia to Istanbul flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Sofia to Istanbul?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Sofia to Istanbul.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Sofia to Istanbul?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Sofia to Istanbul by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Sofia to Istanbul Airport?

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sofia to Istanbul Airport (average of $74). Flying from Sofia to Istanbul Airport in May is currently the most expensive (average of $102). 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.

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Top 2 airlines flying from Sofia to Istanbul

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Sofia to Istanbul. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated March 7, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Pegasus AirlinesCheapest$90Average$119FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$136Average$212FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%

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