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Cheap Flights from Sofia to Istanbul & Flight Information
Origin airport IATA code
SOF
Destination airport IATA code
IST
Number of flight options
1
Average flight time
1 hour 33 mins

Istanbul IST Flight Information

Traveling From
Sofia
Origin Airport IATA Code
SOF
Traveling To
Istanbul
Destination Airport IATA Code
IST
Number of Airlines Serving
4
Available Airlines
Distance
469 km
Direct Flight Time
1 30
Flight Price

Frequently asked questions

Is there a direct flight between Sofia and Istanbul?
Flying direct from Sofia Intl. Airport to Istanbul (ISL-Ataturk Intl.) means more time for thrills and exploring when you arrive at the other end. You’ll find 1 carriers travelling this route nonstop, including Turkish Airlines, which is one of the best.
How long is a direct flight from Sofia to Istanbul?
Your next grand adventure is on the other side of a flight of 1 hour and 30 minutes. That’s about how long it takes to cover the 300 miles between Sofia and Istanbul.
What are the best airports for Sofia to Istanbul flights?
Compare the different ways to jet from Sofia to Istanbul and land the perfect deal. Here are the routes that’ll get you there:

  • Sofia (SOF) to Istanbul (ISL-Ataturk Intl.) - 59 flights per week
  • SOF to Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen Intl. Airport - 2 flights per week

What are some of the most popular airlines flying from Sofia to Istanbul?
Every airline is slightly different. If you’re travelling from Sofia to Istanbul, pick your seat from one of the top six carriers which offer flights on this route:

  • LOT Polish Airlines with 60 flights every month.
  • Lufthansa with 34 flights every month.
  • Aeroflot with 30 flights every month.
  • Aegean Airlines with 26 flights every month.
  • Air France with 21 flights every month.
  • Flydubai with 21 flights every month.

How many flights are there from Sofia to Istanbul?
There are roughly 8 flights which operate every day from Sofia to Istanbul. You might like to remember this the next time you find yourself day dreaming about a holiday.
What are the cheapest days to book a flight?
This is one is easy to remember: Ticket Thursdays. We found that tickets booked on a Thursday resulted in the best deal on average in 2021. However, Friday can be the worst day to purchase plane tickets, as it was the day with the highest average ticket price based on flight demand on ebookers in 2021.
What are the cheapest days to fly?
When analysing flight demand on ebookers in 2021, Friday turned out to be the cheapest day to fly, with Tuesday as a close second. That’s definitely something to consider when booking your next trip! Thinking of traveling mid-week? It turns out that Wednesdays generally had the most expensive airline tickets, so keep this in mind when planning for your next trip.*According to flight demand on ebookers.com from January to December 2021. Savings are subject to change and may vary depending on selections made.

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Cheap flights from Sofia to Istanbul 

Our advanced search tools and comprehensive filters help you find a flight that fits your budget. To search for cheap flights, just enter your travel dates and sort your results by price. With all available tickets listed lowest price first, it’s easy to select the one that’s easiest on your wallet.  

To find the cheapest flights from Sofia to Istanbul, you can also travel outside peak season. The more flexible you can be on travel dates, the easier it is to find those cheap flight tickets. We know, for example, that the cheapest time to travel between Sofia to Istanbul is . In the current list of deals available, prices start at and can rise to for return flights.  

Find the best flight from Sofia to Istanbul  

Every day between Sofia and Istanbul, 6 flights from 4 airlines jet back and forth. And with ebookers, you can book tickets for any one of those flights. If you book a direct flight with EgyptAir, Turkish Airlines, Royal Jordanian, Singapore Airlines, you’ll arrive safely in your destination in around 1hours. If you can think of a quicker way to cover the 469 km between null and null, let us know! 

Flights from Sofia to Istanbul — a great choice on great deals 

We only need a little information to give you a lot of choice. Just tell us when you’re planning your family holiday, long weekend, luxury getaway or quick business trip, and we’ll do the rest. And to keep your choice-making easy, we’ve given you plenty of ways to narrow down your search. Choose one-way, roundtrip or multi city flights, select your preferred airline, your time of arrival and departure and cabin class using the filters.  

Once you’ve told us what you want, we’ll show you what’s on offer. All you need to do is take your pick and start packing.  

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We want the experience of booking your flight from Sofia to Istanbul to be as simple as possible. That’s why we designed our search and filter options to make your life easy. Whether you are travelling on business or for pleasure, ebookers has you covered. 

When you’re ready to book, our service is always fast and transparent. We know plans change, so we have a range of flexible booking options. Choose between refundable bookings and flights with no charges should you need to rearrange and travel stress-free. 

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The Ritz-Carlton, Istanbul

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The Marmara Taksim

The Marmara Taksim

5 out of 5
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Swissotel The Bosphorus Istanbul

Swissotel The Bosphorus Istanbul

5 out of 5
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The Green Park Pendik

The Green Park Pendik

5 out of 5
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Sultanhan Hotel - Special Class

Sultanhan Hotel - Special Class

4 out of 5
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9/10 Wonderful! (1,492 reviews)
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Elite World Grand Istanbul Kucukyali

Elite World Grand Istanbul Kucukyali

5 out of 5
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"Nice breakfast buffet"

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Refunds/changes/cancellations: Itinerary changes, if permitted for the fare, will have a £25.00 / 45.00 Euro service fee charged by ebookers, plus any airline fare and tax increase that may be applicable.

Other conditions: Schedules, fares and rules are subject to change without notice. Seats are limited and may not be available on all flights/dates or in all markets. Fares will not be honored retroactively or in exchange for any wholly/partially unused ticket. Tickets are non-transferable and non-refundable. Fare rules are provided for the selected itinerary before booking.