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$312+ Cheap flights from Chicago (CHI) to Sofia (SOF)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 4/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHI — SOF
Feb 27 — Mar 61
Thu 2/27
Thu 3/6
1 adult, Economy
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The best prices from Chicago to Sofia are usually found in February or November, booked 51 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Sunday and return on a Thursday

Cheap flight deals from Chicago to Sofia

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Chicago (CHI) to Sofia (SOF). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated February 22, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$554
(FlightHub)

One-way from

$312
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

June

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February

Average price

$573
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Cheapest flights from Chicago to Sofia
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Chicago to Sofia. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on February 22, 2025.

This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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.
Wed 4/237:50 pmORD - SOF
1 stop16h 35mTurkish Airlines
Wed 5/79:15 pmSOF - ORD
1 stop20h 25mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 2/20$554
This SmartFares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/22. 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 SmartFares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/89:40 pmORD - SOF
1 stop12h 15mLOT
Tue 4/152:35 pmSOF - ORD
1 stop13h 05mLOT
Deal found 2/22$571
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/21. 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.
Mon 3/249:15 pmORD - SOF
1 stop12h 55mAmerican Airlines
Mon 4/78:00 pmSOF - ORD
1 stop26h 45mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/21$585
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/21. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/13:35 pmORD - SOF
2 stops19h 05mAir Canada
Tue 4/86:00 amSOF - ORD
2 stops36h 47mAir Canada
Deal found 2/21$590
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/21. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/19:40 pmORD - SOF
1 stop13h 00mLufthansa
Tue 4/86:20 amSOF - ORD
2 stops20h 13mLufthansa
Deal found 2/21$595
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/21. 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.
Wed 3/127:35 pmORD - SOF
1 stop15h 15mUnited Airlines
Tue 3/252:15 pmSOF - ORD
2 stops28h 54mUnited Airlines
Deal found 2/21$596
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/22. 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.
Sat 3/157:21 pmORD - SOF
2 stops37h 59mBritish Airways
Sat 3/2912:05 pmSOF - ORD
2 stops29h 46mBritish Airways
Deal found 2/22$605
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/21. 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.
Tue 4/12:55 pmMDW - SOF
2 stops15h 05mKLM
Tue 4/87:00 amSOF - MDW
2 stops19h 02mKLM
Deal found 2/21$607
This Air Serbia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/21. 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 3/85:30 pmORD - SOF
1 stop14h 00mAir Serbia
Tue 4/294:05 pmSOF - ORD
1 stop30h 20mAir Serbia
Deal found 2/21$633
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/21. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/211:30 amORD - SOF
2 stops22h 20mMultiple Airlines
Tue 4/151:15 pmSOF - ORD
1 stop30h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/21$635
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/21. 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.
Mon 3/101:26 pmORD - SOF
2 stops17h 39mKLM
Tue 4/297:00 amSOF - ORD
1 stop15h 10mKLM
Deal found 2/21$647
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/21. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/202:20 pmORD - SOF
1 stop11h 45mSWISS
Wed 9/310:50 amSOF - ORD
1 stop13h 05mSWISS
Deal found 2/21$669

Find flights from Chicago to Sofia within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Chicago to Sofia 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 February 22, 2025.

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ChicagoSofia

ORD - SOF

ORDSOF

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 4/23

7:50 pm-8:25 pm

1 stop16h 35m

Sofia

Wed 5/7

9:15 pm-9:40 am

1 stop20h 25m

$554

ChicagoSofia

ORD - SOF

ORDSOF

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 4/8

9:40 pm-5:55 pm

1 stop12h 15m

Sofia

Tue 4/15

2:35 pm-7:40 pm

1 stop13h 05m

$571

ChicagoSofia

ORD - SOF

ORDSOF

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 3/24

9:15 pm-5:10 pm

1 stop12h 55m

Sofia

Mon 4/7

8:00 pm-2:45 pm

1 stop26h 45m

$585

ChicagoSofia

ORD - SOF

ORDSOF

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 4/1

3:35 pm-6:40 pm

2 stops19h 05m

Sofia

Tue 4/8

6:00 am-10:47 am

2 stops36h 47m

$590

ChicagoSofia

ORD - SOF

ORDSOF

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 4/1

9:40 pm-6:40 pm

1 stop13h 00m

Sofia

Tue 4/8

6:20 am-6:33 pm

2 stops20h 13m

$595

ChicagoSofia

ORD - SOF

ORDSOF

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 3/12

7:35 pm-5:50 pm

1 stop15h 15m

Sofia

Tue 3/25

2:15 pm-12:09 pm

2 stops28h 54m

$596

ChicagoSofia

ORD - SOF

ORDSOF

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 3/24

5:36 pm-5:10 pm

2 stops16h 34m

Sofia

Mon 4/7

8:00 pm-3:59 pm

2 stops27h 59m

$599

ChicagoSofia

MDW - SOF

MDWSOF

Chicago Midway

Tue 4/1

2:55 pm-2:00 pm

2 stops15h 05m

Sofia

Tue 4/8

7:00 am-6:02 pm

2 stops19h 02m

$607

ChicagoSofia

ORD - SOF

ORDSOF

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 3/8

5:30 pm-3:30 pm

1 stop14h 00m

Sofia

Tue 4/29

4:05 pm-2:25 pm

1 stop30h 20m

$633

ChicagoSofia

ORD - SOF

ORDSOF

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 4/2

11:30 am-5:50 pm

2 stops22h 20m

Sofia

Tue 4/15

1:15 pm-12:10 pm

1 stop30h 55m

$635

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Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Chicago to Sofia in February.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapfaremartPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*3 stars
oojoPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*2 stars
GurufarePrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
GotogatePrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightnetworkPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Chicago-Sofia flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Chicago-Sofia flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Chicago-Sofia flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Chicago-Sofia flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Chicago-Sofia flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Chicago to Sofia

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Sofia from Chicago with our price prediction graph.
Estimated round-trip price
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Travel insights for flights from Chicago to Sofia

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Chicago to Sofia including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

How far ahead should I book a flight from Chicago to Sofia?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Chicago to Sofia. Price data was last updated on February 14, 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Chicago to Sofia may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 51 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Sofia (average of $632). Flying from Chicago to Sofia 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 SOF?

Find hourly flight availability from Chicago to Sofia. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated February 22, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Chicago to Sofia in the morning. By choosing this option you can save up to 31% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight at noon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Chicago to Sofia?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Chicago to Sofia. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Chicago to Sofia flight should consider departing on Sunday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Rainfall in Sofia by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Sofia 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 Sofia when rainfall is around 1.2 in.

Temperature in Sofia by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Sofia, 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 Sofia

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Sofia. 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 Sofia. Reviews last updated February 22, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with KLM, LOT and Austrian Airlines from Chicago to Sofia to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
KLM
7.8
Good
1,332 reviews

Boarding

7.8

Food

7.3

Overall

7.8

Comfort

7.7

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

YWG - YYZ

I could not select a seat prior to check in as systems not integrated. Different PNRs should be on reservation which would make process easier.

KLM
7.8
Good
1,332 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,332 reviews

Boarding

7.8

Food

7.3

Overall

7.8

Comfort

7.7

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

YWG - YYZ

I could not select a seat prior to check in as systems not integrated. Different PNRs should be on reservation which would make process easier.

LOT
7.6
Good
1,079 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,332 reviews

Boarding

7.8

Food

7.3

Overall

7.8

Comfort

7.7

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

YWG - YYZ

I could not select a seat prior to check in as systems not integrated. Different PNRs should be on reservation which would make process easier.

Austrian Airlines
7.5
Good
771 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,332 reviews

Boarding

7.8

Food

7.3

Overall

7.8

Comfort

7.7

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

YWG - YYZ

I could not select a seat prior to check in as systems not integrated. Different PNRs should be on reservation which would make process easier.

SWISS
7.5
Good
1,566 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,332 reviews

Boarding

7.8

Food

7.3

Overall

7.8

Comfort

7.7

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

YWG - YYZ

I could not select a seat prior to check in as systems not integrated. Different PNRs should be on reservation which would make process easier.

United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,754 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,332 reviews

Boarding

7.8

Food

7.3

Overall

7.8

Comfort

7.7

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

YWG - YYZ

I could not select a seat prior to check in as systems not integrated. Different PNRs should be on reservation which would make process easier.

Related info for your journey

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

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Sofia from Chicago?

    Sofia (SOF) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from Chicago to Sofia. You should not have trouble finding flights to Sofia from Chicago; the airport handles an average of 0 inbound flights from Chicago per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 11 airlines have flights to the Sofia airport from Chicago. It is only a 4.2 mi journey from Sofia (SOF) to Sofia’s city center.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Chicago to Sofia round-trip?

    According to our current data, Turkish Airlines ($554), LOT ($571), and American Airlines ($585) offers the cheapest pricing from Chicago to Sofia. Turkish Airlines is currently priced 29% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Air Serbia, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $383. However, be on the lookout for offers from Lufthansa and British Airways, as they are both options that can get you from Chicago to Sofia for a low price.

  • Where are the most common layover locations when flying from Chicago to Sofia?

    Chicago to Sofia flights have a layover in Istanbul most often. Warsaw sees the next most layovers on Chicago to Sofia flights.

  • What are some popular things to do or see while on a layover in Istanbul?

    The majority of Istanbul visitors spend their time at Taksim Square, Sultan Ahmet Camii, and Beyazit Meydani. Taksim Square, Sultan Ahmet Camii, and Beyazit Meydani can be visited by traveling about 20.8 mi, 22.3 mi, and 21.7 mi respectively from Istanbul. Those on a layover in Istanbul in need of a rental car can book one at Istanbul for about $29.

  • What are some popular points of interest to see during a layover in Warsaw?

    Most Warsaw visitors opt to spend their time at Warsaw Old Town, Natolin, and Pałac Kultury i Nauki. Warsaw Old Town, Natolin, and Pałac Kultury i Nauki are located about 6.1 mi, 5.0 mi, and 4.8 mi, respectively from Warsaw Frederic Chopin. Those on a layover in Warsaw in need of a rental car can book one at Warsaw Frederic Chopin for about $25.

  • Where are the least popular layover locations for Chicago to Sofia flights?

    Chicago to Sofia flights have a layover in Frankfurt am Main least often. Frankfurt am Main is followed by Munich in terms of the least popular layover location on flights from Chicago to Sofia.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Chicago to Sofia 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 Sofia?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Sofia (average of $632). Flying from Chicago to Sofia 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 Sofia

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Chicago to Sofia. 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 February 22, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$502Average$728FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
British AirwaysCheapest$529Average$915FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
KLMCheapest$569Average$738FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
LOTCheapest$582Average$878FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
Austrian AirlinesCheapest$601Average$932FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
LufthansaCheapest$615Average$1,058FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
United AirlinesCheapest$637Average$904FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
ITA AirwaysCheapest$650Average$817FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
Air CanadaCheapest$682Average$984FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
SWISSCheapest$715Average$1,124FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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