What to know about flights from Sofia to Istanbul?

The approximate distance between Sofia and Istanbul is 494.78km. Average flight time from Sofia to Istanbul is around 1 hour 27 minutes. According to Trip.com data, travel demand hits its peak in September. The cheapest month to book flights is May.

Cheapest one-way
CAD 63
Pegasus Airlines Pegasus Airlines SOF-IST 1h 15m · Direct Thu, Nov 26
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Cheapest return
CAD 124
Pegasus Airlines Pegasus Airlines SOF-IST 1h 15m · Direct Fri, Jan 8 - Sun, Jan 10
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Best time to book
May
Cheapest
September
Peak season for travel
Route details
494.78km
Flight distance
1h 27m
Average flight time

Explore the cheapest one-way and round-trip flights from Sofia to Istanbul over the next 90 days, with one-way fares from CAD 63 and round-trip from CAD 124. Based on Trip.com's latest 7-day flight data.

Displayed flight fares from Sofia to Istanbul are based on average prices across airlines for the next 3 months, according to the latest Trip.com database.

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Flights from Sofia to Istanbul operate an average of 5 times per day over the past 7 days, with a 64.5% on-time departure rate and a 93.5% on-time arrival rate.

Which airlines are the most popular for Sofia to Istanbul flights?

Choose from 2 airlines fly from Sofia to Istanbul, including Turkish Airlines, Pegasus Airlines, Pegasus Airlines has lowest fares on this route.
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Airlines are determined based on actual purchased flight tickets from Sofia to Istanbul according to previous 12 months data from Trip.com.

Trip.com Price Insights on Flights from Sofia to Istanbul

What is the cheapest month for one-way flights from Sofia to Istanbul?

Average price of one-way flights from Sofia to Istanbul purchased by Trip.com users by month over the past 12 months.

According to Trip.com's data, the cheapest month for flights from Sofia to Istanbul is May, with an average price of CAD 153. Conversely, the most expensive month is typically March, with an average price of up to CAD 238.

CAD 238
CAD 196
CAD 153
CAD 111
    Cheapest
  • CAD 185
    Nov
  • CAD 190
    Dec
  • CAD 195
    Jan
  • CAD 162
    Feb
  • CAD 238
    Mar
  • CAD 162
    Apr
  • CAD 153
    May
  • CAD 158
    Jun
  • CAD 169
    Jul
  • CAD 197
    Aug
  • CAD 189
    Sep
  • CAD 193
    Oct

What is the cheapest month for return flights from Sofia to Istanbul?

Average price of round-trip flights from Sofia to Istanbul purchased by Trip.com users by month over the past 12 months.

According to historical data from Trip.com, the lowest prices for flights from Sofia to Istanbul are found during November, with an average price of CAD 274. Conversely, the highest prices are found during September, with an average price of up to CAD 625.

CAD 625
CAD 450
CAD 274
CAD 99
  • CAD 274
    Nov
  • CAD 471
    Dec
  • CAD 559
    Jan
  • CAD 326
    Feb
  • CAD 289
    Mar
  • CAD 353
    Apr
  • CAD 293
    May
  • CAD 373
    Jun
  • CAD 367
    Jul
  • CAD 468
    Aug
  • CAD 625
    Sep
  • CAD 411
    Oct

What's the cheapest day to fly from Sofia to Istanbul?

Data is based on the average flight price for each day of the week from Sofia to Istanbul on Trip.com over the past 12 months.

Based on Trip.com data from the past 12 months, the cheapest day to fly from Sofia to Istanbul is Friday, with average prices lower than on other days. Avoid Monday, as prices are usually highest then.

CAD 226
CAD 191
CAD 156
CAD 121
    Cheapest
  • CAD 226
    Mon
  • CAD 182
    Tue
  • CAD 179
    Wed
  • CAD 179
    Thu
  • CAD 156
    Fri
  • CAD 177
    Sat
  • CAD 172
    Sun

Flight FAQs

  • Which airlines offer the cheapest flights from Sofia to Istanbul?

    Based on Trip.com data, Pegasus Airlines offers Cheapest nonstop one-way flights from CAD 64 (for example, SOF–SAW on Sat, Jan 2). For a Cheapest nonstop return flight, Pegasus Airlines offers fares from CAD 124, departing on Fri, Jan 8 and returning on Sun, Jan 10.
  • At the moment, you can catch a direct flight from Sofia to Istanbul with the following airlines, including: Turkish Airlines Pegasus Airlines Selected airlines are based on historical data collected from flight bookings users made on Trip.com within the last 90 days.
  • It takes about 1 hour 27 minutes to fly from Sofia (SOF) to Istanbul (IST).
  • By analyzing data from all airlines on the Trip.com flight calendar, it looks like the best time to book a flight from Sofia to Istanbul is around 40 days (6 weeks) in advance, and the best time to fly is usually on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Saturday. Tuesday typically offers the cheapest flights for departure, while Saturday offers the best return deals.
  • On average, 32 direct flights operate each week between Sofia and Istanbul. See below the schedules of the main airlines serving this route:
    Pegasus Airlines: S/M/T/W/T/F/S – PC272 (departure at 11:45)
  • Here are some tips for finding the best flight deals from Sofia to Istanbul on Trip.com:
    · Be flexible with your travel dates. The cheapest flight is currently on Sat, Jan 2, with one-way fares from just CAD 64.
    · Compare airlines. Pegasus Airlines currently offers the lowest fares on this route.
    · Set up a price alert to track fare changes without searching every day.
    · Check Trip.com regularly for flight deals and available promo codes.
    · Avoid peak season or book early. September is generally the busiest month for travel to Istanbul.
    · Get exclusive promo codes on the Trip.com app.
  • The cheapest month to book a flight from Sofia to Istanbul is usually May, when demand is lower.
  • After crunching the numbers on our November flight calendar, it's currently cheapest to fly from Sofia to Istanbul on Sat, Nov 21 with Pegasus Airlines, with prices starting at CAD 67.
  • Flights to Istanbul can arrive at: Ataturk Airport (ISL), Istanbul Airport (IST) and Sabiha Gökçen International Airport (SAW). The most common route connects Sofia Airport and Istanbul Airport (SOF–IST).
  • The time difference between Istanbul and Sofia is 1h.
  • Tickets can only be changed or cancelled if permitted by airline policy. To submit a change or cancellation request, go to the flight bookings page, select the option to change or cancel your booking, choose the relevant passengers and segment, and submit a request. Please note that additional charges may apply according to the airline ticket policy. However, if the flight has been rescheduled and you would like to change or cancel your ticket, you can submit an involuntary cancellation request. For more details about change and cancellation policies, please check the customer support pages.
  • Based on Trip.com data for flights departing in the next 30 days, the average one-way fare from Sofia to Istanbul is CAD 317. Fares vary by travel date, airline and availability.
  • Based on Trip.com data for travel in the next 30 days, the average round-trip fare from Sofia to Istanbul is CAD 270. The final price depends on the outbound and return dates, airline and fare conditions.
  • Enter Sofia and Istanbul, choose your travel dates and passengers, then compare flights by price, duration and baggage. Select a fare, review the change and cancellation rules, enter traveler details and complete payment to receive your confirmation.
  • Pegasus Airlinesare the most popular budget airlines flying from Sofia to Istanbul. Check baggage, seat and payment fees before comparing the final price.

Trip.com Airline Insights on Flights from Sofia toIstanbul

Which airlines offer the cheapest nonstop flights from Sofia to Istanbul?

Data is based on the average price of all nonstop flights from Sofia to Istanbul on Trip.com in the past 12 months.

Based on Trip.com data from the past 12 months, Pegasus Airlines offers the cheapest nonstop flights from Sofia to Istanbul, with an average price of CAD 132.

CAD 69
CAD 132
CAD 196
CAD 259
CAD 322
Pegasus Airlines
CAD 132
Pegasus Airlines
AEGEAN
CAD 170
AEGEAN
Tarom
CAD 271
Tarom
Turkish Airlines
CAD 278
Turkish Airlines
Air Serbia
CAD 322
Air Serbia

Which airlines operate the most flights from Sofia to Istanbul?

Data is based on the number of flights from Sofia to Istanbul operated by each airline on Trip.com in the past month.

Based on Trip.com data from the past month, Turkish Airlines operates the most flights from Sofia to Istanbul, with 26 flight per week.

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8
17
26
Turkish Airlines
26
Turkish Airlines
IndiGo
23
IndiGo
Pegasus Airlines
9
Pegasus Airlines
Singapore Airlines
8
Singapore Airlines
Royal Jordanian
8
Royal Jordanian
EgyptAir
8
EgyptAir

How many flights are there each day from Sofia to Istanbul?

The data is based on the flight numbers for each day of the week from Sofia to Istanbul within the Trip.com database over the past month.

Based on Trip.com data from the past month, the most flights from Sofia to Istanbul depart on Friday, and the fewest flights depart on Wednesday.

57
48
38
29
Highest
40
Mon
41
Tue
38
Wed
41
Thu
57
Fri
50
Sat
55
Sun

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Change & Cancellation Policy

Trip.com displays flight cancellation and change policies for each flight ticket during the booking process, including fees and applicable conditions. Please check the following scenarios:
Voluntary cancellation/change:
To submit a change or cancellation request, go to the flight bookings page, select the option to change or cancel your booking, choose the relevant passengers and segment, and submit a request. Please note that additional charges may apply according to the airline ticket policy.
Cancellation/change due to a flight schedule change:
If the flight has been rescheduled and you would like to change or cancel your ticket, you can submit an involuntary cancellation request. For more details about change and cancellation policies, please check the customer support pages.