Flights from Sofia to Istanbul Airport

FAQs for Sofia to Istanbul Airport Flights

• When are flight tickets from Sofia (SOF) to Istanbul (IST) the cheapest?

  Airlines adjust prices for flights from Sofia to Istanbul based on the date and time of your booking. By analyzing data from all airlines, on Trip.com, you can find the cheapest flight prices on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Saturdays.

• How much are flights from Sofia (SOF) to Istanbul (IST) cost?

  According to Trip.com's data, the lowest price is around €272.

• How long is a flight from Sofia to Istanbul?

  A flight from Sofia (SOF) to Istanbul (IST) takes an average of 1 hour 27 minutes.

• What is the transportation method from the main airport to downtown in Istanbul?

  • The distance from Istanbul Airport to downtown is about 34km, by taxi about 50 minutes.
  • The distance from Sabiha Gökçen International Airport to downtown is about 30km, by taxi about 50 minutes.

• What are the most popular airlines that fly from Sofia (SOF) to Istanbul (IST)?

  Airlines with flights from Sofia (SOF) to Istanbul (IST): IndiGo, Turkish Airlines, Pegasus Airlines, Singapore Airlines, EgyptAir and Royal Jordanian.

• What's the most popular airline for direct flights from Sofia (SOF) to Istanbul (IST)?

  Turkish Airlines operates 12 direct flights from Sofia (SOF) to Istanbul (IST).

• How many airports in Istanbul (IST)?

  There are 3 airport(s) in Istanbul (IST): Ataturk Airport, Istanbul Airport and Sabiha Gökçen International Airport.

• What are the cheapest flights from Sofia to Istanbul Airport?

  One-way flights from Sofia to Istanbul Airport currently start from €59, and round-trip fares start from €111. The lowest fare is currently available on flights operated by Wizz Air departing on Fri, Nov 20. Fares are subject to change based on availability.

• When is the cheapest time to fly from Sofia to Istanbul Airport?

  Flights from Sofia to Istanbul Airport are usually cheapest in May, with an average one-way fare of about €137.

• How long does it take to fly from Sofia to Istanbul Airport?

  A direct flight from Sofia to Istanbul Airport takes about 1 hour 1 minute on average. Actual flight time may vary depending on the route, weather and air traffic.

• How do I book flights from Sofia to Istanbul Airport on Trip.com?

  Enter your Sofia and Istanbul Airport, select your departure date and number of passengers, then compare flights by price, flight duration and baggage allowance. Once you've chosen a fare, review the change and cancellation policy, fill in your passenger details and pay to receive your booking confirmation.

• Are there direct flights from Sofia to Istanbul Airport?

  Yes. Turkish Airlines operate direct flights from Sofia to Istanbul Airport. The flight time is approximately 56 minutes, with about 23 flights per week. Actual flight frequency may vary by season.

• What time is the latest flight from Sofia to Istanbul Airport?

  The latest flight from Sofia to Istanbul Airport departs at 21:40, with approximately 5 flights per day. Flight schedules may change, so please check the latest departure times before travelling.

• How many airports are there in Istanbul?

  Istanbul has 2 airports reachable by flights departing from Sofia, including Istanbul Airport and Sabiha Gökçen International Airport. When choosing an airport, consider its distance to the city centre and route coverage.