€70 Cheap Flights Sofia to Istanbul (SOF-IST)

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Cheap flights from Sofia to Istanbul (SOF-IST)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at €70 for one-way flights and €142 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Aegean
Fri, 28 Nov - Sun, 30 Nov
SOF
Sofia
IST
Istanbul
€142 Return, found 1 day ago
€142
Return
found 1 day ago
Select Aegean flight, departing Fri, 28 Nov from Sofia to Istanbul, returning Sun, 30 Nov, priced at €142 found 1 day ago
Aegean
Fri, 21 Nov - Thu, 27 Nov
SOF
Sofia
IST
Istanbul
€143 Return, found 5 hours ago
€143
Return
found 5 hours ago
Select Aegean flight, departing Fri, 21 Nov from Sofia to Istanbul, returning Thu, 27 Nov, priced at €143 found 5 hours ago
Turkish Airlines
Mon, 16 Mar - Sun, 22 Mar
SOF
Sofia
IST
Istanbul
€150 Return, found 1 hour ago
€150
Return
found 1 hour ago
Select Turkish Airlines flight, departing Mon, 16 Mar from Sofia to Istanbul, returning Sun, 22 Mar, priced at €150 found 1 hour ago
SKY express
Fri, 5 Dec - Wed, 10 Dec
SOF
Sofia
IST
Istanbul
€158 Return, found 2 days ago
€158
Return
found 2 days ago
Select SKY express flight, departing Fri, 5 Dec from Sofia to Istanbul, returning Wed, 10 Dec, priced at €158 found 2 days ago
Aegean
Fri, 28 Nov - Sun, 30 Nov
SOF
Sofia
IST
Istanbul
€160 Return, found 1 day ago
€160
Return
found 1 day ago
Select Aegean flight, departing Fri, 28 Nov from Sofia to Istanbul, returning Sun, 30 Nov, priced at €160 found 1 day ago
Aegean
Fri, 21 Nov - Thu, 27 Nov
SOF
Sofia
IST
Istanbul
€161 Return, found 5 hours ago
€161
Return
found 5 hours ago
Select Aegean flight, departing Fri, 21 Nov from Sofia to Istanbul, returning Thu, 27 Nov, priced at €161 found 5 hours ago
Aegean
Fri, 21 Nov - Thu, 27 Nov
SOF
Sofia
IST
Istanbul
€163 Return, found 5 hours ago
€163
Return
found 5 hours ago
Select Aegean flight, departing Fri, 21 Nov from Sofia to Istanbul, returning Thu, 27 Nov, priced at €163 found 5 hours ago
Aegean
Fri, 5 Dec - Wed, 10 Dec
SOF
Sofia
IST
Istanbul
€163 Return, found 2 days ago
€163
Return
found 2 days ago
Select Aegean flight, departing Fri, 5 Dec from Sofia to Istanbul, returning Wed, 10 Dec, priced at €163 found 2 days ago
Air Serbia
Mon, 19 Jan - Fri, 23 Jan
SOF
Sofia
IST
Istanbul
€175 Return, found 3 days ago
€175
Return
found 3 days ago
Select Air Serbia flight, departing Mon, 19 Jan from Sofia to Istanbul, returning Fri, 23 Jan, priced at €175 found 3 days ago
Tarom-Romanian Air Transport
Mon, 27 Apr - Wed, 29 Apr
SOF
Sofia
IST
Istanbul
€193 Return, found 4 days ago
€193
Return
found 4 days ago
Select Tarom-Romanian Air Transport flight, departing Mon, 27 Apr from Sofia to Istanbul, returning Wed, 29 Apr, priced at €193 found 4 days ago

Find the cheapest month to fly from Sofia (SOF) to Istanbul (IST)

February is typically the cheapest month to fly

From €77 - €198 per traveller.

Alternative airports near Istanbul

Prices were available within the past 7 days. Prices and availability are subject to change.

Select flight to Istanbul Airport IST. Cheapest option available. Average driving time to city centre is 35 minutes. Flights from €143
IST
Istanbul Airport
Cheapest
Average driving time to city centre35 min
Flights from €143

Frequently asked questions

How much is a flight from Sofia Intl. Airport to IST?
Pack your bags, because round-trip journeys between SOF and Istanbul Airport start from €142. That's based on fares listed within the last 7 days on Expedia for flights departing within the next year. Prices can rise quickly, so book today to get the best deal. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.
Do I need to pay a cancellation fee if I cancel my flight from SOF to IST?
The majority of flights can be cancelled online, but whether or not you incur a fee varies between airlines. If you do need to cancel your trip, follow the easy instructions in the Customer Service Portal.
Can I fly from Sofia Intl. Airport to IST right now?
To see what travel restrictions and quarantine requirements are in place for different citizens flying from Sofia Intl. Airport to IST please visit our COVID 19 travel advisor portal link.
How do I find cheap flights from Sofia Intl. Airport to IST that have flexible change policies?
Many airlines offer the option to reschedule your flight without a change fee. All you pay is the difference between the original flight and the new flight. When you're searching for Sofia Intl. Airport to IST flights, you'll see a "no change fees" filter for you to select.
How far is the flight from Sofia Intl. Airport to IST?
That movie you've been wanting to see will have to wait — the flight distance between Sofia Airport (SOF) and Istanbul Airport is only 470 kilometres. The captain will be instructing you to buckle up for landing before you know it.
Which airlines fly direct from Sofia Airport (SOF) to Istanbul Airport?
Unfortunately, there aren't any airlines that fly direct between SOF and Istanbul Airport. You'll need to book a flight with at least one stop.
Are Sofia Airport (SOF) to Istanbul Airport flight tickets cheaper when they're purchased at the last minute?
Booking last minute from SOF to IST can be hit-or-miss. It is possible to score a bargain, but you could also miss out completely! If you'd rather start your travel planning ahead of time, Expedia compares flight deals up to 12 months in advance. Just remember that not all airlines advertise their prices so far in advance. Our suggestion? Check back often as prices are updated regularly.

Travel information

Origin airport
Sofia
Destination airport
Istanbul
Airlines serving
Aegean, Air Serbia, LOT-Polish Airlines, SKY express, Tarom-Romanian Air Transport, Turkish Airlines
Return price
€142
Distance
466 km
Average flight time
2 hours 31 mins

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