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      • Cheapest nonstop
        SOF 13:05
        1h 30m
        Nonstop
        IST 14:35
        Sofia - Istanbul | Sun, Sep 20 | Turkish Airlines
        SAW 11:25
        1h 20m
        Nonstop
        SOF 12:45
        Istanbul - Sofia | Wed, Sep 23 | Pegasus Airlines
        €150 €204
        26% off
        26% off
        €204 €150
      • SOF 21:10
        1h 30m
        Nonstop
        IST 22:40
        Sofia - Istanbul | Mon, Sep 28 | Turkish Airlines
        SAW 17:35
        1h 20m
        Nonstop
        SOF 18:55
        Istanbul - Sofia | Thu, Oct 1 | Pegasus Airlines
        €152 €204
        25% off
        25% off
        €204 €152
      • SOF 15:50
        1h 30m
        Nonstop
        IST 17:20
        Sofia - Istanbul | Tue, Aug 25 | Turkish Airlines
        SAW 16:25
        1h 20m
        Nonstop
        SOF 17:45
        Istanbul - Sofia | Sun, Aug 30 | Pegasus Airlines
        €156 €204
        24% off
        24% off
        €204 €156
      • SOF 15:50
        1h 30m
        Nonstop
        IST 17:20
        Sofia - Istanbul | Thu, Aug 20 | Turkish Airlines
        SAW 11:25
        1h 20m
        Nonstop
        SOF 12:45
        Istanbul - Sofia | Mon, Aug 24 | Pegasus Airlines
        €160
        22% off
        €204 €160
      • SOF 15:50
        1h 30m
        Nonstop
        IST 17:20
        Sofia - Istanbul | Fri, Aug 21 | Turkish Airlines
        SAW 11:25
        1h 20m
        Nonstop
        SOF 12:45
        Istanbul - Sofia | Mon, Aug 24 | Pegasus Airlines
        €166
        19% off
        €204 €166
      • SOF 16:00
        23h 55m
        1 stop
        IST 15:55
        Sofia - Istanbul | Mon, Sep 28 | Air Serbia
        SAW 17:35
        1h 20m
        Nonstop
        SOF 18:55
        Istanbul - Sofia | Thu, Oct 1 | Pegasus Airlines
        €139
        32% off
        €204 €139
      • SOF 16:00
        23h
        1 stop
        IST 15:00
        Sofia - Istanbul | Tue, Oct 6 | Air Serbia
        SAW 11:00
        1h 20m
        Nonstop
        SOF 12:20
        Istanbul - Sofia | Fri, Oct 9 | Pegasus Airlines
        €143
        30% off
        €204 €143
      • SOF 16:00
        11h 40m
        1 stop
        IST 03:40
        Sofia - Istanbul | Thu, Oct 8 | Air Serbia
        SAW 17:35
        1h 20m
        Nonstop
        SOF 18:55
        Istanbul - Sofia | Thu, Oct 15 | Pegasus Airlines
        €148
        27% off
        €204 €148
      • SOF 16:00
        11h 40m
        1 stop
        IST 03:40
        Sofia - Istanbul | Wed, Sep 30 | Air Serbia
        SAW 11:25
        1h 20m
        Nonstop
        SOF 12:45
        Istanbul - Sofia | Wed, Oct 7 | Pegasus Airlines
        €154
        25% off
        €204 €154
      • SOF 05:00
        10h
        1 stop
        IST 15:00
        Sofia - Istanbul | Fri, Sep 11 | Air Serbia
        SAW 16:25
        1h 20m
        Nonstop
        SOF 17:45
        Istanbul - Sofia | Sun, Sep 13 | Pegasus Airlines
        €156
        24% off
        €204 €156
      • SOF 16:00
        11h 40m
        1 stop
        IST 03:40
        Sofia - Istanbul | Thu, Sep 24 | Air Serbia
        SAW 11:10
        1h 20m
        Nonstop
        SOF 12:30
        Istanbul - Sofia | Sat, Sep 26 | Pegasus Airlines
        €164
        20% off
        €204 €164
      • SOF 16:00
        11h 40m
        1 stop
        IST 03:40
        Sofia - Istanbul | Tue, Sep 29 | Air Serbia
        SAW 16:25
        1h 20m
        Nonstop
        SOF 17:45
        Istanbul - Sofia | Sun, Oct 4 | Pegasus Airlines
        €169
        17% off
        €204 €169
      • SOF 13:00
        17h 25m
        1 stop
        IST 14:00
        Sofia - Istanbul | Thu, Aug 20 | Normal Airline
        IST 15:00
        6h
        Nonstop
        SOF 16:00
        Istanbul - Sofia | Sat, Aug 22 | Normal Airline
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      • Cheapest nonstop
        SOF 21:10
        1h 30m
        Nonstop
        IST 22:40
        Sofia - Istanbul | Sun, Sep 13 | Turkish Airlines
        €79 €102
        23% off
        23% off
        €102 €79
      • SOF 21:35
        26h 5m
        1 stop
        IST 23:40
        Sofia - Istanbul | Sun, Sep 20 | Ryanair
        €59 €102
        42% off
        42% off
        €102 €59
      • SOF 11:40
        12h
        1 stop
        IST 23:40
        Sofia - Istanbul | Mon, Sep 28 | Wizz Air
        €63 €102
        38% off
        38% off
        €102 €63
      • SOF 11:40
        21h 5m
        1 stop
        IST 08:45
        Sofia - Istanbul | Wed, Sep 16 | Wizz Air
        €67
        34% off
        €102 €67
      • SOF 11:45
        21h
        1 stop
        IST 08:45
        Sofia - Istanbul | Sun, Oct 4 | Wizz Air
        €68
        33% off
        €102 €68
      • SOF 16:00
        11h 40m
        1 stop
        IST 03:40
        Sofia - Istanbul | Wed, Sep 9 | Air Serbia
        €76
        25% off
        €102 €76
      • SOF 11:40
        12h
        1 stop
        IST 23:40
        Sofia - Istanbul | Mon, Oct 5 | Wizz Air
        €76
        25% off
        €102 €76
      • SOF 16:00
        23h
        1 stop
        IST 15:00
        Sofia - Istanbul | Thu, Sep 17 | Air Serbia
        €77
        25% off
        €102 €77
      • SOF 16:00
        11h 40m
        1 stop
        IST 03:40
        Sofia - Istanbul | Tue, Sep 15 | Air Serbia
        €78
        24% off
        €102 €78
      • SOF 05:55
        13h 35m
        1 stop
        IST 19:30
        Sofia - Istanbul | Tue, Oct 13 | Ryanair
        €79
        23% off
        €102 €79
      • SOF 16:00
        23h
        1 stop
        IST 15:00
        Sofia - Istanbul | Sat, Oct 17 | Air Serbia
        €84
        18% off
        €102 €84
      • SOF 16:00
        23h
        1 stop
        IST 15:00
        Sofia - Istanbul | Sat, Oct 10 | Air Serbia
        €84
        18% off
        €102 €84
      • SOF 13:00
        17h 25m
        1 stop
        IST 14:00
        Sofia - Istanbul | Thu, Aug 20 | Normal Airline
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Displayed flight fares from Sofia Airport to Istanbul Airport 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 May, with an average price of €130. You’ll want to avoid March, when the average price can reach as high as €218.

€218
€174
€130
€86
    Cheapest
  • €150
    Aug
  • €175
    Sep
  • €146
    Oct
  • €151
    Nov
  • €172
    Dec
  • €155
    Jan
  • €182
    Feb
  • €218
    Mar
  • €143
    Apr
  • €130
    May
  • €140
    Jun
  • €134
    Jul

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 €184. In contrast, October is usually the most expensive month, with average fares reaching €373.

€373
€279
€184
€90
    Cheapest
  • €240
    Aug
  • €232
    Sep
  • €373
    Oct
  • €304
    Nov
  • €319
    Dec
  • €337
    Jan
  • €240
    Feb
  • €200
    Mar
  • €224
    Apr
  • €184
    May
  • €250
    Jun
  • €259
    Jul

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.

€175
€157
€138
€120
    Cheapest
  • €175
    Mon
  • €146
    Tue
  • €148
    Wed
  • €154
    Thu
  • €138
    Fri
  • €166
    Sat
  • €144
    Sun

Selected Airlines from Sofia Airport to Istanbul Airport

See which airlines fly from Sofia to Istanbul. Find the airline that best meets your travel needs by comparing prices and treat yourself to an enjoyable journey.

Ryanair
From €59
Wizz Air
From €64
Air Serbia
From €76
Turkish Airlines
From €89
SKY express
From €96
LOT Polish Airlines
From €97
AEGEAN
From €119
Tarom
From €119
Austrian Airlines
From €177
Lufthansa
From €189

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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. TK1030

    Sofia Airport

    21:10

    SOF

    1h 30m

    22:40

    IST

    S M T W T F S
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  2. JU117

    Sofia Airport

    05:00

    SOF

    1h 20m

    Nonstop

    05:20

    BEG

    S - - W T F -
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  3. JU422

    Belgrade Nikola Tesla Airport

    12:15

    BEG

    1h 45m

    Nonstop

    15:00

    IST

    S M T W T F S

  4. JU113

    Sofia Airport

    16:00

    SOF

    1h 15m

    Nonstop

    16:15

    BEG

    S M T W T F S
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  5. JU426

    Belgrade Nikola Tesla Airport

    00:50

    BEG

    1h 50m

    Nonstop

    04:40

    IST

    S M T W T F S

  6. W64301

    Sofia Airport

    06:00

    SOF

    3h 15m

    Nonstop

    07:15

    LTN

    S M T W T F S
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  7. W95729

    London Gatwick Airport

    13:30

    LGW

    4h

    Nonstop

    19:30

    IST

    S M - W T F -

  8. FR1731

    Sofia Airport

    21:55

    SOF

    3h 15m

    Nonstop

    23:10

    STN

    S M T W T F S
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  9. W95729

    London Gatwick Airport

    13:30

    LGW

    4h

    Nonstop

    19:30

    IST

    S M - W T F -

  10. GQ681

    Sofia Airport

    09:35

    SOF

    1h 35m

    Nonstop

    11:10

    ATH

    S - T W T - S
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  11. GQ670

    Athens International Airport "Eleftherios Venizelos"

    07:00

    ATH

    1h 30m

    Nonstop

    08:30

    IST

    S M T W T F S

  12. JU117

    Sofia Airport

    05:00

    SOF

    1h 20m

    Nonstop

    05:20

    BEG

    S - - W T F -
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  13. JU426

    Belgrade Nikola Tesla Airport

    00:50

    BEG

    1h 50m

    Nonstop

    04:40

    IST

    S M T W T F S

  14. JU113

    Sofia Airport

    16:00

    SOF

    1h 15m

    Nonstop

    16:15

    BEG

    S M T W T F S
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  15. JU422

    Belgrade Nikola Tesla Airport

    12:15

    BEG

    1h 45m

    Nonstop

    15:00

    IST

    S M T W T F S

  16. W64349

    Sofia Airport

    11:40

    SOF

    1h 25m

    Nonstop

    12:05

    BUD

    S - T - T - S
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  17. W62429

    Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport

    05:15

    BUD

    3h 15m

    Nonstop

    09:30

    IST

    S M T W T F S
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Sofia Airport to Istanbul Airport Flights Info

Flight distance 468.75 km
Cheapest one-way ticket price €59
Cheapest return ticket price €139

FAQs for Sofia Airport to Istanbul Airport Flights

  • How long does it take to fly from Sofia Airport (SOF) to Istanbul Airport (IST)?

    It takes around 1 hour 30 minutes to fly from Sofia Airport (sof) to Istanbul Airport (ist).
  • There are around 3 daily flights from Sofia Airport (SOF) to Istanbul Airport (IST).
  • Tickets cost around €152 in September, making it the cheapest month to book. Sofia Airport (SOF) to Istanbul Airport (IST) is a popular route, so don't forget to book your tickets in advance.
  • The route from Sofia Airport (SOF) to Istanbul Airport (IST) is quite popular. Without considering departure times or holidays, tickets cost around €167 in August, the most expensive month to book this route.
  • The earliest flight departs from Sofia Airport (SOF) at 09:25 and arrives in Istanbul Airport (IST) at 10:55.
  • The latest flight departs from Sofia Airport (SOF) at 21:15 and arrives in Istanbul Airport (IST) at 22:45.
    • The distance from Istanbul Airport to downtown is about 34 km, by taxi about 50 minutes.
    • The distance from Sabiha Gökçen International Airport to downtown is about 30 km, by taxi about 50 minutes.
  • 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.

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