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Book Cheap Flights from Istanbul to Sofia from £51

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Istanbul Sofia

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Thu, 22 Aug IST - SOF

Thu, 22 Aug SOF - IST

£237 £229

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Istanbul Sofia

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Mon, 09 Sep SAW - SOF

£52 £51

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Istanbul Sofia

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Mon, 19 Aug SAW - SOF

Wed, 21 Aug SOF - SAW

£130 £125

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Istanbul Sofia

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Thu, 08 Aug IST - SOF

Sat, 10 Aug SOF - IST

£187 £180

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Istanbul Sofia

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Mon, 12 Aug IST - SOF

Wed, 14 Aug SOF - IST

£189 £181

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Flight route information

Currency and price comparison

Train Local, one-way ticket

64% Trains are 64% more expensive in Sofia than in Istanbul.

Istanbul £0.42

Sofia £0.69

Meal Mid-priced restaurant

20% The average meal is 20% more expensive in Sofia than in Istanbul.

Istanbul £7.05

Sofia £8.6

Taxi Standard daytime start rate

83% Taxis are 83% more expensive in Sofia than in Istanbul.

Istanbul £0.59

Sofia £1.08

Coffee Regular cappuccino

31% Coffee in Sofia is 31% cheaper than in Istanbul.

Istanbul £2.35

Sofia £1.61

Exchange rate

1 GBP = 2.31 BGN

1 BGN = 0.44 GBP

Last checked on 27 July 2024

Distance: 314 miles

Istanbul airports

Istanbul Airport (IST) How far from city centre: 21 miles

Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport (SAW) How far from city centre: 19 miles

Istanbul Atatürk International Havalimani (ISL) How far from city centre: 9 miles

Sofia airports

Sofia Intl (SOF) How far from city centre: 4 miles

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Tips for booking cheap flights from Istanbul to Sofia

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1. What can I do to save money when booking flights from Istanbul to Sofia?

To save money when booking flights from Istanbul to Sofia, you can follow these tips:

Choose Off-Peak Days: When searching for affordable airline tickets from Istanbul to Sofia, it's best to focus your efforts on weekdays, specifically between Monday and Wednesday. Prices tend to spike during weekends and high season. Opting for midweek travel or planning your trip during the off-season can result in significant cost savings, allowing you to allocate those funds to enhance your vacation experience.
Compare Airlines: After receiving the list of available flights from our search engine, take the time to compare ticket prices across various airlines. This step is crucial, as both low-cost and traditional carriers may offer different rates for the same route. Flexibility with your travel dates can make it easier to secure more budget-friendly tickets from Istanbul to Sofia.
Book in Advance: While some travelers may wait until the last minute in hopes of finding last-minute deals, it's generally advisable to book your flights from Istanbul to Sofia in advance. This proactive approach helps you avoid any last-minute price hikes or unexpected surprises.
Set Price Alerts: To stay informed about price drops and special deals, consider setting up price alerts for your desired route. This way, you'll receive notifications when fares from Istanbul to Sofia become more affordable, allowing you to seize the opportunity to book at a lower cost.
Explore Multi-City Flights: For those with flexible travel plans, exploring multi-city flight options can lead to additional savings. Instead of booking a round-trip ticket, consider open-jaw or multi-city itineraries that allow you to visit multiple destinations while potentially reducing the overall cost of your journey.
Consider Package Deals: For additional savings, consider bundling your flight and hotel bookings with Opodo. Moreover, if you plan to rent a car for your trip from Istanbul to Sofia, booking it through us can provide discounts of up to 40% on the overall cost. This way, you can maximize your savings and enjoy a more budget-friendly travel experience.

By following these strategies, you can efficiently save money when booking flights from Istanbul to Sofia, ensuring a more economical and enjoyable journey.

2. Can the price of my tickets from Istanbul to Sofia change during the booking process?

Prices for tickets from Istanbul to Sofia may fluctuate while you are in the process of booking. While this isn't a common occurrence, it can happen because Opodo operates as an online travel agency, and ticket prices and availability are ultimately determined by the airlines. Therefore, if the airline adjusts prices or if the available tickets are depleted while you are making your reservation, you will receive confirmation within 48 hours after your ticket purchase.

3. Can I book last-minute flights from Istanbul to Sofia on Opodo?

When booking a flight, you may encounter situations where your desired travel date is unavailable or the flight price has increased beyond your budget. Rest assured, Opodo offers a solution. Explore our last-minute flight deals to find affordable options, especially if you have flexibility with your travel dates. Whether you need to depart on short notice or simply want to discover the cheapest day to fly between Istanbul and Sofia, our last-minute flights section has you covered.

4. How to make my reservation through the Opodo search engine?

Opodo provides you with all the useful information about the flights covering the route between Istanbul to Sofia airports. Preparing for your trip is very easy! All you have to do is enter into Opodo search engine your departure and destination airports, the dates of travel, and the number of passengers. A list of all available flights will appear on your screen in a matter of seconds! For your convenience, you can sort it according to your preferences, such as time, price, or duration of the trip.

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Frequently asked questions about flights from Istanbul to Sofia

How long does the flight take to go from Istanbul to Sofia?

The total flight time between Istanbul and Sofia is of around 01:25 hours on average, considering an average distance of 495 km, for both direct and indirect flights for the route (which may have 1 or more stops in other cities in between).

How can I find cheap flights from Istanbul to Sofia at Opodo?

The cheapest price for a flight from Istanbul to Sofia is 51£. At Opodo we use different machine learned based methodologies to find our costumers the best option available, considering airline combinations, stopovers and direct flights as well as different criteria for inbound and outbound journeys.

Is Sofia expensive to visit compared to Istanbul?

If you compare transportation prices, the taxi ride in Sofia costs an average of 1.08 GBP, 83% more expensive than Istanbul, with a fare of 0.59 GBP, while train tickets costs 64% more in Sofia: 0.69 GBP against 0.42 GBP in Istanbul. If you compare the price of a lunch meal, however, you can find it from 8.60 GBP in Sofia, 22% more than the 7.05 GBP in Istanbul. The price of the coffee is around 31% cheaper in Sofia, with an average of 1.61 GBP, while in Istanbul the coffee costs 2.35 GBP.

When is the best time to book a flight from Istanbul to Sofia?

The most popular months to book a trip from Istanbul to Sofia are May, January and October, based on the searches of our customers.

When is the best time to travel from Istanbul to Sofia?

The best time of the year to go to Sofia when flying from Istanbul depends on several preference factors like climate, seasonality and, of course, price. When it comes to popularity, May is the top 1º month to fly to Sofia from Istanbul in terms of searches from our customer, followed by August and October. If you prefer to avoid high peaks of turism, however, and escape a crowded period, March, April and November are the months with less volume of searchs for the route Istanbul - Sofia.

Is it possible to purchase a flexible ticket for my flight from Istanbul to Sofia?

At Opodo we want to make sure that your travel plans are not affected by any cancelation as well as any possible restrictions Bulgaria may apply when travelling from Istanbul. Is your flight cancelled? We've got your back! With our flexible ticket guarantee you can decide if you want to book another flight - free of rebooking fee - or get a full refund!

How is the weather in Sofia compared to Istanbul?

While in Istanbul the temperatures can reach an average of 32.95 ºC in summer, with precipitation levels up to 5.3 mm ,Sofia's temperatures can go up to 32.9 ºC during the hot season, with 6.0 mm average of rain rate . In winter, however, weather indicators show around -13.21 ºC in Sofia, compared to the -0.3 ºC average degrees reported in Istanbul. During the winter period, Istanbul can register 9.0 mm precipitation, while Sofia have an average of 6.0 mm rain level.

Which airports have flights between Istanbul and Sofia?

The main airport route flying between Istanbul and Sofia is: Istanbul Airport (IST) to Sofia Intl (SOF). This route is covered by the following airline(s):

Turkish Airlines.
Alternatively, you can find Istanbul - Sofia flights between Istanbul Atatürk International Havalimani (ISL) to Sofia Intl (SOF) with the following airline(s) flying the route: Turkish Airlines.
Egyptair.

Which are the airlines with flights from Istanbul to Sofia?

Airlines with direct flights departing from Istanbul to Sofia are:

Turkish Airlines.

Flight Duration 1 h and 25 m Flights between Istanbul and Sofia take, on average, 1 h and 25 m minutes, but the time can vary according to other factors

Cheapest flight £51 Cheapest price for a flight between Istanbul and Sofia found by our customers in the last 72 hours

Departing Airport Istanbul Atatürk International Havalimani The airport Istanbul Atatürk International Havalimani is the departure airport operating flights between Istanbul and Sofia

Arriving Airport Sofia Intl Flights departing Istanbul with Sofia as destination arrive at Sofia Intl