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Currency and price comparison

TrainLocal, one-way ticket
24%Trains are 24% more expensive in Sofia than in Istanbul.
Istanbul$1.14
Sofia$1.41
MealMid-priced restaurant
5%The average meal is 5% more expensive in Sofia than in Istanbul.
Istanbul$16.87
Sofia$17.64
TaxiStandard daytime start rate
30%Taxis are 30% more expensive in Sofia than in Istanbul.
Istanbul$1.71
Sofia$2.20
CoffeeRegular cappuccino
28%Coffee in Sofia is 28% cheaper than in Istanbul.
Istanbul$5.37
Sofia$3.87
Exchange rate
1 AUD = 1.13 BGN
1 BGN = 0.89 AUD
Last checked on Mon, 24/03
Distance: 505 kms
Istanbul airports
Istanbul Airport (IST)How far from city centre: 34 kms
Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport (SAW)How far from city centre: 30 kms
Sofia airports
Sofia Intl (SOF)How far from city centre: 6 kms

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When do you want to depart from Istanbul? Adjust your travel dates and explore a wide range of options to Sofia. With Opodo, you can find the perfect flight from our extensive selection, ensuring a seamless and enjoyable trip. Compare prices, flight durations, and amenities to choose the best option that suits your needs.


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But wait, there's more! Enhance your travel experience by booking a hotel and renting a car along with your flight. It's easier and often cheaper to book everything together. Choose the best offer from Istanbul to Sofia and get ready for an incredible journey. Enjoy your holiday, and remember to fasten your seatbelt. We’re ready for takeoff!

Frequently asked questions about flights from Istanbul to Sofia

How long does the flight take to go from Istanbul to Sofia?
The total flight time between Istanbul and Sofia is of around 01:25 hours on average, considering an average distance of 495 km, for both direct and indirect flights for the route (which may have 1 or more stops in other cities in between).
How can I find cheap flights from Istanbul to Sofia at Opodo?
The cheapest price for a flight from Istanbul to Sofia is $74. At Opodo we use different machine learned based methodologies to find our costumers the best option available, considering airline combinations, stopovers and direct flights as well as different criteria for inbound and outbound journeys.
Is Sofia expensive to visit compared to Istanbul?

If you compare transportation prices, the taxi ride in Sofia costs an average of 2.20 AUD, 29% more expensive than Istanbul, with a fare of 1.71 AUD,

while train tickets costs 24% more in Sofia: 1.41 AUD against 1.14 AUD in Istanbul.

If you compare the price of a lunch meal, however, you can find it from 17.64 AUD in Sofia, 5% more than the 16.87 AUD in Istanbul.

The price of the coffee is around 28% cheaper in Sofia, with an average of 3.87 AUD, while in Istanbul the coffee costs 5.37 AUD.

Is it possible to purchase a flexible ticket for my flight from Istanbul to Sofia?
At Opodo we want to make sure that your travel plans are not affected by any cancelation as well as any possible restrictions Bulgaria may apply when travelling from Istanbul. Is your flight cancelled? We've got your back! With our flexible ticket guarantee you can decide if you want to book another flight - free of rebooking fee - or get a full refund!
How is the weather in Sofia compared to Istanbul?
While in Istanbul the temperatures can reach an average of 32.95 ºC in summer, with precipitation levels up to 5.3 mm ,Sofia's temperatures can go up to 32.9 ºC during the hot season, with 6 mm average of rain rate . In winter, however, weather indicators show around -13.21 ºC in Sofia, compared to the -0.3 ºC average degrees reported in Istanbul. During the winter period, Istanbul can register 9 mm precipitation, while Sofia have an average of 6 mm rain level.

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