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$340+ Cheap flights from Chicago (CHI) to Bulgaria

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CHI — SOF
Apr 7 — Apr 141
Mon 4/7
Mon 4/14
1 adult, Economy
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FlightHub
3 stars

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FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$601
(Air France)

One-way from

$343
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$703
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Cheapest flights from Chicago to Bulgaria
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Chicago to Bulgaria. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 2, 2025.

This Air France deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Air France is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 7/145:10 pmORD - SOF
1 stop12h 50mAir France
Tue 9/167:00 amSOF - ORD
2 stops18h 39mAir France
Deal found 4/1$601
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/229:15 pmORD - SOF
1 stop15h 25mBritish Airways
Wed 4/309:30 pmSOF - ORD
1 stop28h 45mBritish Airways
Deal found 4/1$603
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 4/274:20 pmORD - SOF
1 stop13h 40mKLM
Thu 5/87:00 amSOF - ORD
1 stop15h 10mKLM
Deal found 4/1$604
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/3011:25 amORD - SOF
1 stop13h 10mTurkish Airlines
Wed 9/173:35 pmSOF - ORD
1 stop14h 25mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 3/31$612
This Air Serbia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Air Serbia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 4/1911:20 pmORD - SOF
1 stop19h 35mAir Serbia
Tue 5/134:05 pmSOF - ORD
1 stop30h 20mAir Serbia
Deal found 3/31$625
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/289:40 pmORD - SOF
1 stop13h 00mMultiple Airlines
Tue 5/136:20 amSOF - ORD
2 stops21h 52mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/1$631
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/286:35 pmORD - SOF
1 stop31h 30mSWISS
Wed 5/1410:50 amSOF - ORD
1 stop13h 05mSWISS
Deal found 4/1$635
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/38:25 pmORD - SOF
2 stops32h 40mUnited Airlines
Thu 5/156:15 amSOF - ORD
2 stops21h 57mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/1$640
This Lufthansa deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Lufthansa is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/24:00 pmORD - SOF
1 stop17h 50mLufthansa
Tue 4/226:00 amSOF - ORD
1 stop20h 15mLufthansa
Deal found 4/1$665
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/39:15 pmORD - SOF
1 stop15h 05mAmerican Airlines
Fri 5/232:20 pmSOF - ORD
2 stops26h 11mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/1$718
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 4/196:05 pmORD - SOF
2 stops40h 35mAir Canada
Fri 5/26:15 amSOF - ORD
2 stops40h 40mAir Canada
Deal found 4/1$726
This Austrian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Austrian Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/111:15 amORD - SOF
2 stops22h 55mAustrian Airlines
Sat 4/1212:25 pmSOF - ORD
1 stop32h 55mAustrian Airlines
Deal found 3/31$746

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Chicago to Bulgaria that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated April 2, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Chicago to Bulgaria that are best for you.

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ChicagoSofia

ORD - SOF

ORDSOF

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 4/22

9:15 pm-8:40 pm

1 stop15h 25m

Sofia

Mon 5/5

8:00 pm-3:55 pm

1 stop27h 55m

$603

ChicagoSofia

ORD - SOF

ORDSOF

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 4/27

4:20 pm-2:00 pm

1 stop13h 40m

Sofia

Thu 5/8

7:00 am-2:10 pm

1 stop15h 10m

$604

ChicagoSofia

ORD - SOF

ORDSOF

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 4/27

1:25 pm-2:00 pm

2 stops16h 35m

Sofia

Thu 5/8

7:00 am-5:29 pm

2 stops18h 29m

$605

ChicagoSofia

ORD - SOF

ORDSOF

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 4/19

11:20 pm-2:55 am

1 stop19h 35m

Sofia

Tue 5/13

4:05 pm-2:25 pm

1 stop30h 20m

$625

ChicagoSofia

ORD - SOF

ORDSOF

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 4/28

9:40 pm-6:40 pm

1 stop13h 00m

Sofia

Tue 5/13

6:20 am-8:12 pm

2 stops21h 52m

$631

ChicagoSofia

ORD - SOF

ORDSOF

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 4/28

6:35 pm-10:05 am

1 stop31h 30m

Sofia

Wed 5/14

10:50 am-3:55 pm

1 stop13h 05m

$635

ChicagoSofia

ORD - SOF

ORDSOF

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 5/3

8:25 pm-1:05 pm

2 stops32h 40m

Sofia

Thu 5/15

6:15 am-8:12 pm

2 stops21h 57m

$640

ChicagoSofia

ORD - SOF

ORDSOF

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 4/20

11:25 am-8:35 am

1 stop13h 10m

Sofia

Wed 5/7

9:25 am-9:40 am

1 stop32h 15m

$688

ChicagoSofia

ORD - SOF

ORDSOF

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 5/3

9:15 pm-8:20 pm

1 stop15h 05m

Sofia

Fri 5/23

2:20 pm-8:31 am

2 stops26h 11m

$718

ChicagoSofia

ORD - SOF

ORDSOF

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 4/19

6:05 pm-6:40 pm

2 stops40h 35m

Sofia

Fri 5/2

6:15 am-2:55 pm

2 stops40h 40m

$726

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Best time to book a flight from Chicago to Bulgaria

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Chicago to Bulgaria

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Chicago to Bulgaria?

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Bulgaria (average of $632). Flying from Chicago to Bulgaria in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,243). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from CHI to BG?

Find hourly flight availability from Chicago to Bulgaria. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated April 2, 2025.

When flying from Chicago to Bulgaria, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Rainfall in Bulgaria by month

Plan your trip to Bulgaria by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Bulgaria ranges from 1.2 - 2.8 inches per month. June is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 2.8 in. January is typically the driest time to visit Bulgaria when rainfall is around 1.2 in.

Temperature in Bulgaria by month

Plan your trip to Bulgaria by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Bulgaria, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 68.0 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 30.2 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Bulgaria

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Bulgaria. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Bulgaria. Reviews last updated April 2, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Chicago to Bulgaria, such as KLM, LOT and Austrian Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
KLM
7.8
Good
1,323 reviews

Comfort

7.7

Crew

8.4

Overall

7.8

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

7.2

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2025

LBA - AMS

Overall, the flight from Leeds Bradford to Amsterdam was at expected. The crew were efficient at boarding and professional on board. The only issue was extremely slow check in at Leeds Bradford which was very frustrating.
KLM
7.8
Good
1,323 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,323 reviews

Comfort

7.7

Crew

8.4

Overall

7.8

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

7.2

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2025

LBA - AMS

Overall, the flight from Leeds Bradford to Amsterdam was at expected. The crew were efficient at boarding and professional on board. The only issue was extremely slow check in at Leeds Bradford which was very frustrating.
LOT
7.6
Good
1,065 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,323 reviews

Comfort

7.7

Crew

8.4

Overall

7.8

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

7.2

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2025

LBA - AMS

Overall, the flight from Leeds Bradford to Amsterdam was at expected. The crew were efficient at boarding and professional on board. The only issue was extremely slow check in at Leeds Bradford which was very frustrating.
Austrian Airlines
7.6
Good
771 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,323 reviews

Comfort

7.7

Crew

8.4

Overall

7.8

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

7.2

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2025

LBA - AMS

Overall, the flight from Leeds Bradford to Amsterdam was at expected. The crew were efficient at boarding and professional on board. The only issue was extremely slow check in at Leeds Bradford which was very frustrating.
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,572 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,323 reviews

Comfort

7.7

Crew

8.4

Overall

7.8

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

7.2

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2025

LBA - AMS

Overall, the flight from Leeds Bradford to Amsterdam was at expected. The crew were efficient at boarding and professional on board. The only issue was extremely slow check in at Leeds Bradford which was very frustrating.
Air France
7.4
Good
1,425 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,323 reviews

Comfort

7.7

Crew

8.4

Overall

7.8

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

7.2

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2025

LBA - AMS

Overall, the flight from Leeds Bradford to Amsterdam was at expected. The crew were efficient at boarding and professional on board. The only issue was extremely slow check in at Leeds Bradford which was very frustrating.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Chicago to Bulgaria. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Chicago to Bulgaria one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Turkish Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $527. Austrian Airlines flights start at $552 while deals on KLM start at $580 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from Chicago to Bulgaria?

    The most popular route from Chicago to Bulgaria is Chicago O'Hare Intl - Sofia. You may also consider Chicago O'Hare Intl - Varna or Chicago Midway - Sofia.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Chicago to Bulgaria that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Chicago to Bulgaria flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Chicago to Bulgaria?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Chicago to Bulgaria.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Chicago to Bulgaria?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Chicago to Bulgaria by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Chicago to Bulgaria?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Bulgaria (average of $632). Flying from Chicago to Bulgaria in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,243). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 10 airlines flying from Chicago to Bulgaria

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Chicago to Bulgaria. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated April 2, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$500Average$981FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
LOTCheapest$577Average$875FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
KLMCheapest$578Average$738FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Austrian AirlinesCheapest$593Average$1,002FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
United AirlinesCheapest$616Average$869FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
LufthansaCheapest$616Average$1,070FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
British AirwaysCheapest$627Average$927FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
Air SerbiaCheapest$658Average$1,061FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
ITA AirwaysCheapest$673Average$865FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
Air CanadaCheapest$682Average$962FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%

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