SofiatoIstanbulFlight Time
SOF–IST · Nonstop
Sofia (Sofia Airport) to Istanbul (Istanbul Airport).
The estimated flight time from Sofia (SOF) to Istanbul (IST) is about 1h 11m, covering 291 miles. Turkish Airlines flies the route nonstop with 3/day departures, from 09:35 to 21:05 local time.
Plan this routeAt a glance
| Est. flight time | Distance | Route type | Captured freq. | Market |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ~1h 11m Estimated from great-circle distance — no tracked flights yet. | 291 mi | Nonstop | 3/day From the current provider sample; confirm live timetables before booking. | International |
Airlines on this route
Nonstop airlines from Sofia to Istanbul
Turkish Airlines operates 3/day flights from SOF to IST. Departures leave from Terminal 2 at SOF.
- First departure
- 09:35
- Last departure
- 21:05
- Cadence
- 5 departures/day
- Scheduled departure times
- 5
| Airline | Captured daily freq. | Aircraft | Departures (local) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Turkish Airlines | 3/day | Airbus A320 family, Boeing 737 · Terminal 2 | 09:35 |
Aircraft on this route
Flying the other way?
IST to SOF flights — 2-3/day on 1 airline →Methodology: airline, aircraft, terminal, and departure-time details come from a full week of published airline schedules for SOF, refreshed on a rolling basis. Frequency uses 21 scheduled departures across 7 observed days; flight time is estimated from flying distance until this route has enough tracked flights for an observed average.
Route FAQ
How long is the flight from Sofia to Istanbul?
The estimated flight time from Sofia (SOF) to Istanbul (IST) is about 1h 11m, based on the 291-mile flying distance.
How far is Sofia from Istanbul?
Sofia (SOF) to Istanbul (IST) is about 291 miles by air.
Are there nonstop flights from Sofia to Istanbul?
Yes. Turkish Airlines flies nonstop from Sofia (SOF) to Istanbul (IST), with 3/day departures.
Which airlines fly from Sofia to Istanbul?
Turkish Airlines flies nonstop from Sofia (SOF) to Istanbul (IST).
What aircraft fly from Sofia to Istanbul?
The SOF–IST route is flown with Airbus A320 family, Boeing 737.
Route hubs
Nearby airport options
Near Istanbul
- SAW - IstanbulSabiha Gokcen International Airport · 39 mi from ISTFlights to SAW