Cheap flights from Sofia to Istanbul Airport from £71
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 4/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
The best prices from Sofia to Istanbul are usually found in May or January, booked 76 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Thursday and return on a Friday
Cheap 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 21 February 2025.
Round-trip from | £105 |
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One-way from | £71 |
Popular in | April |
Cheapest in | May |
Average price | £112 |
Good round-trip deal | £424 or less |
Good one-way deal | £378 or less |
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Cheapest flights from Sofia to IstanbulExplore 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 21 February 2025.
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 21 February 2025.
Find flights from Sofia to Istanbul within your budget
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Depart
Return
Price
SofiaIstanbul
SOF - IST
SOFIST
Sofia
Sat 22/3
10:05-22:45
1 stop11h 40m
Istanbul
Fri 4/4
10:15-19:15
1 stop9h 00m
SofiaIstanbul
SOF - IST
SOFIST
Sofia
Mon 14/4
05:45-21:55
1 stop16h 10m
Istanbul
Mon 21/4
09:10-17:50
1 stop8h 40m
SofiaIstanbul
SOF - IST
SOFIST
Sofia
Sun 23/3
15:55-18:30
Nonstop1h 35m
Istanbul
Tue 25/3
20:30-20:50
Nonstop1h 20m
SofiaIstanbul
SOF - IST
SOFIST
Sofia
Thu 10/4
05:00-15:50
1 stop10h 50m
Istanbul
Mon 28/4
16:35-15:35
1 stop23h 00m
SofiaIstanbul
SOF - IST
SOFIST
Sofia
Sat 12/4
15:20-02:20
1 stop11h 00m
Istanbul
Sat 19/4
04:35-14:30
1 stop9h 55m
SofiaIstanbul
SOF - IST
SOFIST
Sofia
Sat 22/3
06:05-22:45
2 stops15h 40m
Istanbul
Wed 2/4
14:00-22:50
1 stop8h 50m
SofiaIstanbul
SOF - IST
SOFIST
Sofia
Tue 4/3
15:55-18:30
Nonstop1h 35m
SofiaIstanbul
SOF - IST
SOFIST
Sofia
Thu 1/5
16:05-14:55
1 stop22h 50m
SofiaIstanbul
SOF - IST
SOFIST
Sofia
Tue 29/7
15:20-02:20
1 stop11h 00m
SofiaIstanbul
SOF - IST
SOFIST
Sofia
Sat 26/7
16:05-20:45
2 stops28h 40m
Best time to book a flight from Sofia to Istanbul
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Travel insights for flights from Sofia to Istanbul
Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Sofia to Istanbul including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.
How far ahead should I book a flight from Sofia to Istanbul Airport?
Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Sofia to Istanbul. Price data was last updated on 14 February 2025.
Booking 76 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sofia to Istanbul Airport (average of £159). Flying from Sofia to Istanbul Airport in August is currently the most expensive (average of £366). 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 21 February 2025.
It’s typically best to fly out from Sofia to Istanbul Airport at midday. Doing so could potentially save you 86% on the flight price compared to flying in the evening, which is usually more expensive.
Weekly flight availability from Sofia to Istanbul Airport
Explore weekly flight availability from Sofia to Istanbul. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated 21 February 2025.
The most flights from SOF to IST are scheduled on a Wednesday (9 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Sunday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (3 on average).
Rainfall in Istanbul by month
Plan your trip to Istanbul by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.
In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Istanbul Airport ranges from 10.0 - 100.0 inches per month. December is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 100.0 mm. July is typically the driest time to visit Istanbul Airport when rainfall is around 10.0 mm.
Temperature in Istanbul by month
Plan your trip to Istanbul by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.
If weather is an important factor for your trip to Istanbul Airport, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 23.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 5.0 C).
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 21 February 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Aegean Airlines, Emirates and Turkish Airlines from Sofia to Istanbul have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
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Anonymous,Nov 2024
SKG - FRA
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Anonymous,Nov 2024
SKG - FRA
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Anonymous,Nov 2024
SKG - FRA
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Anonymous,Nov 2024
SKG - FRA
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Anonymous,Nov 2024
SKG - FRA
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Anonymous,Nov 2024
SKG - FRA
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Top 2 airlines flying from Sofia to Istanbul
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