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Sofia Airport to Istanbul Airport flight

Explore the cheapest one-way and round-trip flights from Sofia Airport to Istanbul Airport over the next 90 days, with one-way fares from $66 and round-trip from $135. Based on Trip.com's latest 7-day flight data.

    • Cheapest nonstop
      SOF 11:55 AM
      1h 25m
      Nonstop
      IST 2:20 PM
      Sofia - Istanbul | Fri, Dec 4 | Turkish Airlines
      SAW 10:30 AM
      1h 20m
      Nonstop
      SOF 10:50 AM
      Istanbul - Sofia | Tue, Dec 8 | Pegasus Airlines
      $135 $182
      26% off
      26% off
      $182 $135
    • SOF 9:30 AM
      1h 30m
      Nonstop
      IST 12:00 PM
      Sofia - Istanbul | Thu, Dec 3 | Turkish Airlines
      IST 2:55 PM
      1h 15m
      Nonstop
      SOF 3:10 PM
      Istanbul - Sofia | Sat, Dec 5 | Turkish Airlines
      $137 $182
      25% off
      25% off
      $182 $137
    • SOF 11:55 AM
      1h 25m
      Nonstop
      IST 2:20 PM
      Sofia - Istanbul | Fri, Nov 13 | Turkish Airlines
      SAW 11:40 AM
      1h 20m
      Nonstop
      SOF 12:00 PM
      Istanbul - Sofia | Sun, Nov 15 | Pegasus Airlines
      $138 $182
      24% off
      24% off
      $182 $138
    • SOF 9:30 AM
      1h 30m
      Nonstop
      IST 12:00 PM
      Sofia - Istanbul | Thu, Nov 12 | Turkish Airlines
      SAW 11:40 AM
      1h 20m
      Nonstop
      SOF 12:00 PM
      Istanbul - Sofia | Sun, Nov 15 | Pegasus Airlines
      $138
      24% off
      $182 $138
    • SOF 4:00 PM
      1h 30m
      Nonstop
      IST 6:30 PM
      Sofia - Istanbul | Wed, Oct 28 | Turkish Airlines
      SAW 11:40 AM
      1h 20m
      Nonstop
      SOF 12:00 PM
      Istanbul - Sofia | Wed, Nov 4 | Pegasus Airlines
      $139
      24% off
      $182 $139
    • SOF 9:40 AM
      1h 30m
      Nonstop
      IST 12:10 PM
      Sofia - Istanbul | Sat, Dec 5 | Turkish Airlines
      IST 8:35 PM
      1h 20m
      Nonstop
      SOF 8:55 PM
      Istanbul - Sofia | Wed, Dec 9 | Turkish Airlines
      $141
      23% off
      $182 $141
    • SOF 9:30 AM
      1h 30m
      Nonstop
      IST 12:00 PM
      Sofia - Istanbul | Tue, Nov 3 | Turkish Airlines
      SAW 11:40 AM
      1h 20m
      Nonstop
      SOF 12:00 PM
      Istanbul - Sofia | Thu, Nov 5 | Pegasus Airlines
      $142
      22% off
      $182 $142
    • SOF 4:00 PM
      1h 30m
      Nonstop
      IST 6:30 PM
      Sofia - Istanbul | Fri, Nov 20 | Turkish Airlines
      SAW 2:05 PM
      1h 20m
      Nonstop
      SOF 2:25 PM
      Istanbul - Sofia | Tue, Nov 24 | Pegasus Airlines
      $142
      22% off
      $182 $142
    • SOF 9:40 PM
      1h 30m
      Nonstop
      IST 12:10 AM
      Sofia - Istanbul | Sat, Nov 7 | Turkish Airlines
      SAW 2:05 PM
      1h 20m
      Nonstop
      SOF 2:25 PM
      Istanbul - Sofia | Tue, Nov 10 | Pegasus Airlines
      $142
      22% off
      $182 $142
    • SOF 1:00 PM
      17h 25m
      1 stop
      IST 2:00 PM
      Sofia - Istanbul | Sat, Oct 24 | Normal Airline
      IST 3:00 PM
      6h
      Nonstop
      SOF 4:00 PM
      Istanbul - Sofia | Mon, Oct 26 | Normal Airline
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    • Cheapest
      SOF 2:35 PM
      17h 40m
      1 stop
      IST 9:15 AM
      Sofia - Istanbul | Fri, Nov 20 | Wizz Air
      $66 $102
      35% off
      35% off
      $102 $66
    • SOF 11:40 AM
      21h 5m
      1 stop
      IST 8:45 AM
      Sofia - Istanbul | Fri, Oct 23 | Wizz Air
      $70 $102
      31% off
      31% off
      $102 $70
    • SOF 2:35 PM
      17h 40m
      1 stop
      IST 9:15 AM
      Sofia - Istanbul | Fri, Nov 27 | Wizz Air
      $73 $102
      28% off
      28% off
      $102 $73
    • SOF 12:25 PM
      19h 50m
      1 stop
      IST 9:15 AM
      Sofia - Istanbul | Thu, Nov 26 | Wizz Air
      $74
      27% off
      $102 $74
    • SOF 2:35 PM
      25h 35m
      1 stop
      IST 5:10 PM
      Sofia - Istanbul | Fri, Dec 4 | Wizz Air
      $75
      26% off
      $102 $75
    • SOF 12:25 PM
      19h 50m
      1 stop
      IST 9:15 AM
      Sofia - Istanbul | Thu, Nov 19 | Wizz Air
      $76
      25% off
      $102 $76
    • SOF 7:10 AM
      25h 5m
      1 stop
      IST 9:15 AM
      Sofia - Istanbul | Wed, Nov 18 | Wizz Air
      $77
      25% off
      $102 $77
    • SOF 2:35 PM
      17h 40m
      1 stop
      IST 9:15 AM
      Sofia - Istanbul | Fri, Dec 11 | Wizz Air
      $77
      25% off
      $102 $77
    • SOF 12:25 PM
      19h 50m
      1 stop
      IST 9:15 AM
      Sofia - Istanbul | Thu, Dec 10 | Wizz Air
      $78
      24% off
      $102 $78
    • SOF 1:00 PM
      17h 25m
      1 stop
      IST 2:00 PM
      Sofia - Istanbul | Sat, Oct 24 | Normal Airline
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    • Cheapest nonstop
      SOF 4:00 PM
      1h 30m
      Nonstop
      IST 6:30 PM
      Sofia - Istanbul | Thu, Oct 29 | Turkish Airlines
      $83 $198
      57% off
      57% off
      $198 $83
    • SOF 9:45 PM
      1h 30m
      Nonstop
      IST 12:15 AM
      Sofia - Istanbul | Sat, Oct 31 | Turkish Airlines
      $83 $198
      57% off
      57% off
      $198 $83
    • SOF 4:00 PM
      1h 30m
      Nonstop
      IST 6:30 PM
      Sofia - Istanbul | Mon, Nov 30 | Turkish Airlines
      $83 $198
      57% off
      57% off
      $198 $83
    • SOF 4:00 PM
      1h 30m
      Nonstop
      IST 6:30 PM
      Sofia - Istanbul | Sun, Oct 25 | Turkish Airlines
      $84
      57% off
      $198 $84
    • SOF 9:40 PM
      1h 30m
      Nonstop
      IST 12:10 AM
      Sofia - Istanbul | Sun, Jan 3 | Turkish Airlines
      $84
      57% off
      $198 $84
    • SOF 9:45 PM
      1h 30m
      Nonstop
      IST 12:15 AM
      Sofia - Istanbul | Thu, Nov 19 | Turkish Airlines
      $84
      57% off
      $198 $84
    • SOF 4:00 PM
      1h 30m
      Nonstop
      IST 6:30 PM
      Sofia - Istanbul | Mon, Nov 2 | Turkish Airlines
      $84
      57% off
      $198 $84
    • SOF 9:40 PM
      1h 30m
      Nonstop
      IST 12:10 AM
      Sofia - Istanbul | Wed, Jan 6 | Turkish Airlines
      $87
      56% off
      $198 $87
    • SOF 9:45 PM
      1h 30m
      Nonstop
      IST 12:15 AM
      Sofia - Istanbul | Fri, Nov 13 | Turkish Airlines
      $101
      49% off
      $198 $101
    • SOF 1:00 PM
      17h 25m
      1 stop
      IST 2:00 PM
      Sofia - Istanbul | Sat, Oct 24 | Normal Airline
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    • Cheapest nonstop
      SOF 4:00 PM
      1h 30m
      Nonstop
      IST 6:30 PM
      Sofia - Istanbul | Thu, Oct 29 | Turkish Airlines
      $83 $498
      83% off
      83% off
      $498 $83
    • SOF 9:45 PM
      1h 30m
      Nonstop
      IST 12:15 AM
      Sofia - Istanbul | Sat, Oct 31 | Turkish Airlines
      $83 $498
      83% off
      83% off
      $498 $83
    • SOF 4:00 PM
      1h 30m
      Nonstop
      IST 6:30 PM
      Sofia - Istanbul | Mon, Nov 30 | Turkish Airlines
      $83 $498
      83% off
      83% off
      $498 $83
    • SOF 4:00 PM
      1h 30m
      Nonstop
      IST 6:30 PM
      Sofia - Istanbul | Sun, Oct 25 | Turkish Airlines
      $84
      83% off
      $498 $84
    • SOF 9:40 PM
      1h 30m
      Nonstop
      IST 12:10 AM
      Sofia - Istanbul | Sun, Jan 3 | Turkish Airlines
      $84
      83% off
      $498 $84
    • SOF 9:45 PM
      1h 30m
      Nonstop
      IST 12:15 AM
      Sofia - Istanbul | Thu, Nov 19 | Turkish Airlines
      $84
      83% off
      $498 $84
    • SOF 4:00 PM
      1h 30m
      Nonstop
      IST 6:30 PM
      Sofia - Istanbul | Mon, Nov 2 | Turkish Airlines
      $84
      83% off
      $498 $84
    • SOF 9:40 PM
      1h 30m
      Nonstop
      IST 12:10 AM
      Sofia - Istanbul | Wed, Jan 6 | Turkish Airlines
      $87
      83% off
      $498 $87
    • SOF 9:45 PM
      1h 30m
      Nonstop
      IST 12:15 AM
      Sofia - Istanbul | Fri, Nov 13 | Turkish Airlines
      $101
      80% off
      $498 $101
    • SOF 1:00 PM
      17h 25m
      1 stop
      IST 2:00 PM
      Sofia - Istanbul | Sat, Oct 24 | Normal Airline
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    • Cheapest nonstop
      SOF 4:00 PM
      1h 30m
      Nonstop
      IST 6:30 PM
      Sofia - Istanbul | Thu, Oct 29 | Turkish Airlines
      $83 $107
      22% off
      22% off
      $107 $83
    • SOF 4:00 PM
      1h 30m
      Nonstop
      IST 6:30 PM
      Sofia - Istanbul | Sun, Oct 25 | Turkish Airlines
      $84 $107
      21% off
      21% off
      $107 $84
    • SOF 1:00 PM
      17h 25m
      1 stop
      IST 2:00 PM
      Sofia - Istanbul | Sat, Oct 24 | Normal Airline
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Displayed flight fares from Sofia to Istanbul are based on average prices across airlines for the next 3 months, according to the latest Trip.com database.

Trip.com Price Insights: Flights from Sofia Airport to Istanbul Airport

What is the cheapest month for one-way flights from Sofia Airport to Istanbul Airport?

Data is based on average one-way flight prices from Sofia Airport to Istanbul Airport in Trip.com's database over the past 12 months.

Based on Trip.com’s data from the past 12 months, if you’re looking for a low-cost one-way ticket from Sofia Airport to Istanbul Airport, the best time to buy is in October, with an average price of $132. You’ll want to avoid March, when the average price can reach as high as $255.

$255
$194
$132
$71
  • $132
    Oct
  • $176
    Nov
  • $201
    Dec
  • $181
    Jan
  • $212
    Feb
  • $255
    Mar
  • $167
    Apr
  • $152
    May
  • $163
    Jun
  • $157
    Jul
  • $201
    Aug
  • $162
    Sep

What’s the cheapest month to fly round-trip from Sofia Airport to Istanbul Airport?

The data is based on the past 12 months and shows the average monthly round-trip fares from Sofia Airport to Istanbul Airport in the Trip.com database.

Based on Trip.com’s data from the past 12 months, May is typically the cheapest month to find flights from Sofia Airport to Istanbul Airport, with an average price of $215. In contrast, October is usually the most expensive month, with average fares reaching $507.

$507
$361
$215
$69
    Cheapest
  • $507
    Oct
  • $355
    Nov
  • $373
    Dec
  • $394
    Jan
  • $281
    Feb
  • $234
    Mar
  • $262
    Apr
  • $215
    May
  • $292
    Jun
  • $303
    Jul
  • $447
    Aug
  • $440
    Sep

What is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Sofia Airport to Istanbul Airport?

The data is based on the past 12 months and shows the average ticket prices from Sofia Airport to Istanbul Airport for each day of the week in the Trip.com database.

Based on Trip.com’s data from the past 12 months, the cheapest day to depart from Sofia Airport to Istanbul Airport is Friday, with average fares typically lower than other days. You’ll want to avoid flying on Monday, as ticket prices are usually the highest that day.

$227
$190
$152
$115
    Cheapest
  • $227
    Mon
  • $172
    Tue
  • $181
    Wed
  • $175
    Thu
  • $152
    Fri
  • $182
    Sat
  • $152
    Sun

Which airline offers the cheapest flights from Sofia Airport to Istanbul Airport?

The cheapest airline flying from Sofia Airport to Istanbul Airport is Wizz Air (from $72) among 10 carriers operating this route. Based on Trip.com's latest 7-day flight data.

Wizz Air
From $72
Ryanair
From $78
Turkish Airlines
From $81
Air Serbia
From $88
SKY express
From $94
AEGEAN
From $100
LOT Polish Airlines
From $103
Tarom
From $148
Bulgaria Air
From $170
Lufthansa
From $198

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What is the flight schedule from Sofia Airport to Istanbul Airport?

Check the schedule for flights from Sofia to Istanbul and find the flight that best matches your travel plans.

Flight info.
Departure
Arrival
Weekly Schedule

  1. TK1128

    Sofia Airport

    11:40 AM

    SOF

    1h 20m

    2:00 PM

    IST

    - - - - T - S
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  2. TK1030

    Sofia Airport

    9:45 PM

    SOF

    1h 30m

    12:15 AM

    IST

    S M T W T F S
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  3. TK1032

    Sofia Airport

    3:50 PM

    SOF

    1h 30m

    5:20 PM

    IST

    S M T W T F S
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  4. TK1028

    Sofia Airport

    9:30 AM

    SOF

    1h 30m

    12:00 PM

    IST

    S M T W T F S
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  5. W64349

    Sofia Airport

    11:40 AM

    SOF

    1h 25m

    Nonstop

    12:05 PM

    BUD

    S - T W T - S
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  6. W62437

    Ferenc Liszt Intl. Airport

    12:55 PM

    BUD

    2h 15m

    Nonstop

    5:10 PM

    IST

    - - - - - - S

  7. FR5571

    Sofia Airport

    6:20 AM

    SOF

    1h 20m

    Nonstop

    6:40 AM

    BUD

    S M - W - F S
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  8. W62429

    Ferenc Liszt Intl. Airport

    5:00 AM

    BUD

    2h 15m

    Nonstop

    9:15 AM

    IST

    S M T W T F S

  9. W64349

    Sofia Airport

    11:40 AM

    SOF

    1h 25m

    Nonstop

    12:05 PM

    BUD

    S - T W T - S
    Search

  10. W62429

    Ferenc Liszt Intl. Airport

    5:00 AM

    BUD

    2h 15m

    Nonstop

    9:15 AM

    IST

    S M T W T F S
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About Sofia Airport and Istanbul Airport

Learn about Sofia Airport (SOF) and Istanbul Airport (IST) — including location, terminals, transportation, and travel tips.

Flight distance 468.75 km
Cheapest one-way ticket price $66
Cheapest return ticket price $135

FAQs for Sofia Airport to Istanbul Airport Flights

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

    Sofia Airport to Istanbul Airport takes about 1 hour 2 minutes on average. Actual flight time may vary depending on route, weather and air traffic.
  • There are around 3 daily flights from Sofia Airport (SOF) to Istanbul Airport (IST).
  • The earliest flight from Sofia Airport to Istanbul Airport departs at 09:35, and the last departs at 22:10, with about 4 flights per day. Flight times may change, so please check the latest departure and arrival times before you travel.
  • The route from Sofia Airport (SOF) to Istanbul Airport (IST) is quite popular. Without considering departure times or holidays, tickets cost around $270 in October, the most expensive month to book this route.
  • The earliest flight departs from Sofia Airport (SOF) at 09:35 and arrives in Istanbul Airport (IST) at 12:05.
  • The latest flight departs from Sofia Airport (SOF) at 21:40 and arrives in Istanbul Airport (IST) at 00:15.
    • The distance from Istanbul Airport to downtown is about 34 km. It takes about 50 minutes by taxi.
    • The distance from Sabiha Gökçen International Airport to downtown is about 30 km. It takes about 50 minutes by taxi.
  • The closest airport to Istanbul Airport (IST) is Ataturk Airport. The distance is around 31 km.
  • Turkish Airlines is a very popular airline operating an average of 4066 flights per month.
  • One-way flights from Sofia Airport to Istanbul Airport currently start from $66, and round-trip fares start from $135. The current lowest fare is a Wizz Air flight departing on Fri, Nov 20; prices may vary depending on availability.
  • Yes. Turkish Airlines operate direct flights from Sofia Airport to Istanbul Airport, with an average flight time of 57 minutes, and around 23 weekly flights. Actual flight frequency may vary by season.
  • Based on Trip.com flight data for departures within the next 30 days with at most one stop, the average one-way price from Sofia Airport to Istanbul Airport is $232. Prices may vary depending on the departure date, airline, and availability.
  • IndiGo are the most popular budget airlines flying from Sofia Airport to Istanbul Airport, with one-way fares starting from $66. Compare final prices carefully, as baggage, seat selection and payment fees may apply.
  • Sofia Airport to Istanbul Airport operates around 23 weekly flights, mainly by Turkish Airlines. Actual frequency may vary during holidays and seasonal schedule adjustments.
  • Enter Sofia Airport and Istanbul Airport, select your departure date and number of passengers, then compare flights by price, flight duration, and baggage allowance. Once you've chosen a fare, review the change and refund rules, fill in passenger details, and pay to receive your booking confirmation.

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