Istanbul to Sofia flight with Turkish Airlines

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Journey information

Overview: Istanbul to Sofia flight

Take a flight from Istanbul to Sofia and enjoy the approximately 311 miles (501 km) long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $32 (€29)
Distance
311 miles (501 km)
Average flight duration
6h 1m
Cheapest ticket price
$48 (€44)
Airlines
6
Fastest flight
1h 20m
Cheapest month to travel
September
First flight
04:55
Last flight
20:35
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $32 (€29)

The cheapest flights from Istanbul to Sofia

Showing times and prices for Feb 11

Cheapest

The best way to find a cheap flight ticket from Istanbul to Sofia is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

Cheapest
pegasusPC271
11:30AM1h35
Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
12:05PMSofia Airport (SOF)
$1031One-way
0 transfers
2nd Cheapest
Air SerbiaJU1425
05:20PM23h10
Istanbul Airport (IST)
03:30PMSofia Airport (SOF)
$2471One-way
2 transfers
Turkish AirlinesTK1031
02:45PM1h20
Istanbul Airport (IST)
03:05PMSofia Airport (SOF)
$2471One-way
0 transfers
Turkish AirlinesTK1029
08:30PM1h20
Istanbul Airport (IST)
08:50PMSofia Airport (SOF)
$2471One-way
0 transfers
Air SerbiaJU423
04:55PM23h35
Istanbul Airport (IST)
03:30PMSofia Airport (SOF)
$2501One-way
1 transfer

Istanbul to Sofia flight times

Showing flights for tomorrow, Tuesday, February 11
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfersTickets
Air Serbia
JU427
Air SerbiaJU427
05:20AM Istanbul Airport (IST)11h10 03:30PM Sofia Airport (SOF)1 transfer
Aegean Airlines
A3999
Aegean AirlinesA3999
06:30AM Istanbul Airport (IST)14h05 07:35PM Sofia Airport (SOF)1 transfer
Turkish Airlines
A33155
Turkish AirlinesA33155
08:10AM Istanbul Airport (IST)12h25 07:35PM Sofia Airport (SOF)1 transfer
Turkish Airlines
TK8002
Turkish AirlinesTK8002
08:20AM Istanbul Airport (IST)8h10 03:30PM Sofia Airport (SOF)1 transfer
Turkish Airlines
TK1027
Turkish AirlinesTK1027
08:35AM Istanbul Airport (IST)1h20 08:55AM Sofia Airport (SOF)0 transfersDirect
Qatar Airways
QR238
Qatar AirwaysQR238
10:35AM Istanbul Airport (IST)25h50 11:25AM Sofia Airport (SOF)1 transfer
pegasus
PC271
pegasusPC271
11:30AM Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)1h35 12:05PM Sofia Airport (SOF)0 transfersDirect
Turkish Airlines
A33161
Turkish AirlinesA33161
11:50AM Istanbul Airport (IST)8h45 07:35PM Sofia Airport (SOF)1 transfer
Aegean Airlines
A3991
Aegean AirlinesA3991
12:00PM Istanbul Airport (IST)8h35 07:35PM Sofia Airport (SOF)1 transfer
Qatar Airways
QR242
Qatar AirwaysQR242
01:40PM Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)22h45 11:25AM Sofia Airport (SOF)1 transfer
Qatar Airways
QR240
Qatar AirwaysQR240
01:50PM Istanbul Airport (IST)22h35 11:25AM Sofia Airport (SOF)1 transfer
Turkish Airlines
TK8000
Turkish AirlinesTK8000
02:25PM Istanbul Airport (IST)26h05 03:30PM Sofia Airport (SOF)1 transfer
Turkish Airlines
A33153
Turkish AirlinesA33153
02:30PM Istanbul Airport (IST)6h05 07:35PM Sofia Airport (SOF)1 transfer
Turkish Airlines
TK1031
Turkish AirlinesTK1031
02:45PM Istanbul Airport (IST)1h20 03:05PM Sofia Airport (SOF)0 transfersDirect
Aegean Airlines
A3993
Aegean AirlinesA3993
04:50PM Istanbul Airport (IST)3h45 07:35PM Sofia Airport (SOF)1 transfer
Air Serbia
JU423
Air SerbiaJU423
04:55PM Istanbul Airport (IST)23h35 03:30PM Sofia Airport (SOF)1 transfer
Air Serbia
JU1425
Air SerbiaJU1425
05:20PM Istanbul Airport (IST)47h10 03:30PM Sofia Airport (SOF)2 transfers
Air Serbia
JU1425
Air SerbiaJU1425
05:20PM Istanbul Airport (IST)23h10 03:30PM Sofia Airport (SOF)2 transfers
Turkish Airlines
TK8004
Turkish AirlinesTK8004
07:30PM Istanbul Airport (IST)21h00 03:30PM Sofia Airport (SOF)1 transfer
Qatar Airways
QR244
Qatar AirwaysQR244
08:10PM Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)16h15 11:25AM Sofia Airport (SOF)1 transfer
Turkish Airlines
ro9160
Turkish Airlinesro9160
08:10PM Istanbul Airport (IST)24h05 07:15PM Sofia Airport (SOF)1 transfer
Qatar Airways
QR246
Qatar AirwaysQR246
08:10PM Istanbul Airport (IST)16h15 11:25AM Sofia Airport (SOF)1 transfer
Turkish Airlines
TK1029
Turkish AirlinesTK1029
08:30PM Istanbul Airport (IST)1h20 08:50PM Sofia Airport (SOF)0 transfersDirect
Aegean Airlines
A3995
Aegean AirlinesA3995
10:00PM Istanbul Airport (IST)13h30 10:30AM Sofia Airport (SOF)1 transfer

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How far in advance should I book flight tickets from Istanbul to Sofia?

The best time to book your flight from Istanbul to Sofia is 70 days before departure. See how prices for flights change on the Istanbul to Sofia route.
Prices are for one-way tickets for one passenger from Istanbul to Sofia per month. Insights are sourced from fares found by Omio users in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ as prices vary depending on the time of day, class or how far in advance you book your flight from Istanbul to Sofia.

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The fastest flights from Istanbul to Sofia

Showing times and prices for Feb 11

Fastest Journey

1 h 20 m

Average

15 h 2 m

Flights per day

24

Distance

502 km

Of the 24 flights that leave Istanbul for Sofia every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

Fastest
Turkish AirlinesTK1031
02:45PM1h20
Istanbul Airport (IST)
03:05PMSofia Airport (SOF)
$2471One-way
0 transfers
Fastest
Turkish AirlinesTK1029
08:30PM1h20
Istanbul Airport (IST)
08:50PMSofia Airport (SOF)
$2471One-way
0 transfers
Fastest
Turkish AirlinesTK1027
08:35AM1h20
Istanbul Airport (IST)
08:55AMSofia Airport (SOF)
$2941One-way
0 transfers
2nd Fastest
pegasusPC271
11:30AM1h35
Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
12:05PMSofia Airport (SOF)
$1031One-way
0 transfers
Aegean AirlinesA3993
04:50PM3h45
Istanbul Airport (IST)
07:35PMSofia Airport (SOF)
$5111One-way
1 transfer

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Airlines: Turkish Airlines, Pegasus Airlines and Aegean Airlines flights from Istanbul to Sofia

You can travel by flight to Sofia from Istanbul with Turkish Airlines, Pegasus Airlines and Aegean Airlines for as low as $49 (€45). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best trip.

Turkish Airlines is Turkey’s leading airline and you can choose between EcoFly, ExtraFly, PrimeFly, Business Ticket for your next flight from Istanbul to Sofia.

Istanbul to Sofia flight information with Turkish Airlines:

  • Average Duration: 1 h 15 min
  • Cheapest Price: $121

FAQs: Istanbul to Sofia Flight

FAQs: Take a flight from Istanbul to Sofia hassle-free. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Istanbul to Sofia.
FAQs
Cheap plane tickets from Istanbul to Sofia can start from as little as $48 (€44) when you book in advance. The average flight ticket price for Istanbul to Sofia is $217 (€198); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by plane from Istanbul to Sofia is 1 h 20 min   to travel the 311 mile (501 km) long route, with around there are 21 flights per day. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays.
The earliest flight from Istanbul to Sofia leaves at 12: 10AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The latest flight from Istanbul to Sofia leaves at 11: 55PM.
Yes, it is possible to travel from Istanbul to Sofia without having to change trains with Turkish Airlines. There are 3 direct flights from Istanbul to Sofia each day. There may be fewer direct services available on weekends or holidays.
For the route from Istanbul to Sofia you can take a flight with Turkish Airlines, Pegasus Airlines, Aegean Airlines, Air Serbia, LOT Polish Airlines or TAROM. Be sure to check out all possible airlines that offer services to Sofia from Istanbul on Omio to compare what amenities they may have.

Flights from Istanbul to Sofia generally leave from Istanbul Airport and arrive in Sofia Airport.

Istanbul Airport is 44.2 km away from Istanbul city centre and Sofia Airport is 12.2 km from Sofia city centre.

The cheapest month to travel from Istanbul to Sofia by plane is September.
You have options as you can travel to Sofia from Istanbul 2 different ways: bus or flight.

Popular airports from Istanbul to Sofia

Istanbul
Sofia
The major airport for departures in Istanbul is Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport for your trip from Istanbul to Sofia.
Amenities at airport
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
ShowerShower
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
7 km
Car connection
O-4 Highway, Kurtköy-Pendik exit
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport.
Lockers
Lockers
  • Approximately 0.70€ (20 TRY) per hour.
Dining
Dining
  • fast food and Romanian cuisine.
Taxis
Taxis
  • Available outside the terminal.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Ramps, assistance.
WC
WC
  • Available throughout the airport.
Hotel
Hotel
  • Mövenpick Hotel Stuttgart Airport (nearby).
Lounge
Lounge
  • Lounges available, including ISG Lounge with food and shower facilities.
Lost and Found Office
  • Located in the arrivals area.
Public transit options for Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport
  • Bus: E10, E11, SG-2 Metro: M4
Amenities at airport
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
ShowerShower
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
32 km
Car connection
D020, Exit Arnavutköy
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport for two hours.
Lockers
Lockers
  • Available; prices start at approximately 1.40€ (40 TRY) per day.
Dining
Dining
  • Burger King, Costa Coffee, Portuguese and international cuisine.
Taxis
Taxis
  • Available outside the terminal.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Elevators, ramps.
WC
WC
  • Available throughout the airport, including accessible facilities.
Hotel
Hotel
  • B&B Hotel Frankfurt-Hahn Airport (walking distance).
Lounge
Lounge
  • Lounges available, including the Turkish Airlines Lounge, offering food, drinks, and relaxation areas.
Lost and Found Office
  • Located in the arrivals area.
Public transit options for Istanbul Airport
  • H-2 IST-1 IST-2 IST-3
The major airport for arrivals in Sofia is Sofia Airport. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Sofia Airport for your journey to Sofia from Istanbul.
Amenities at airport
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
ShowerShower
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
6 km
Car connection
Brussels Blvd, Exit 4
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport.
Lockers
Lockers
  • Approximately €2 per hour.
Dining
Dining
  • Greek cuisine and fast food.
Taxis
Taxis
  • Available outside the terminal.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Ramps, toilets.
WC
WC
  • Available throughout the airport.
Hotel
Hotel
  • Sofia Hotel and Asterion Hotel (walking distance).
Lounge
Lounge
  • Lounges available, including Aspire Lounge in Terminal 2.
Lost and Found Office
  • Located in Terminal 2, open during airport hours.
Public transit options for Sofia Airport
  • Bus: 84, 184, 384 Metro: M4
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