Which layover airport has the shortest travel time from Chicago to Sofia?

Flights connecting via Vienna (VIE) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 12h 14m.

Which layover airport has the shortest connection time from Chicago to Sofia?

Zurich (ZRH) has the shortest average layover time for this route: 1h 31m.

What airlines fly to Sofia?

Turkish Airlines, Lufthansa and LOT are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Sofia from Chicago according to our data. Turkish Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 34% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Sofia. Keep in mind that there are 12 different airlines that fly to Sofia on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

Which layover airport offers the lowest fares from Chicago to Sofia?

Flights via Zurich (ZRH) offer the lowest average round-trip price of $628.

Which airport is the most popular layover for flights between Chicago and Sofia?

Istanbul (IST) was the most common stop: 38% of momondo users choosing 1-stop flights on this route connected there.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Chicago to Sofia?

British Airways, TAP AIR PORTUGAL, and KLM are the most popular carriers operating from Chicago to Sofia

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Chicago to Sofia Airport?

Prices for flights from Chicago to Sofia Airport were last updated today.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Chicago to Sofia Airport?

As of June 2026, there are 12 operators available to choose from for flights from Chicago to Sofia Airport.

How old do you have to be to fly from Chicago to Sofia Airport?

The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Chicago to Sofia Airport.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Sofia Airport?

The travel and health documents required for your trip to Sofia Airport can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Sofia Airport. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

$318 Cheap Flights from Chicago to Sofia in 2026

Q: What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Chicago and Sofia?

Prices are currently low for flights on this route. Typical prices usually range from $1,262 to $1,032. The lowest price recently found on this route was $881.

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9:50 pm - 6:00 pm

ORD

SOF

12h 10m

1 stop

6:45 pm - 7:50 pm

SOF

ORD

33h 05m

1 stop

$881LOT

Sun, Jul 26 - Sun, Oct 18

9:40 pm - 11:15 pm

ORD

SOF

17h 35m

1 stop

7:25 pm - 12:35 pm

SOF

ORD

25h 10m

1 stop

$882Lufthansa

Sun, Aug 2 - Sun, Aug 16

3:35 pm - 12:10 pm

ORD

SOF

12h 35m

1 stop

6:20 am - 12:55 pm

SOF

ORD

14h 35m

1 stop

$883United Airlines

Sun, Jul 26 - Mon, Aug 24

9:40 pm - 11:15 pm

ORD

SOF

17h 35m

1 stop

6:10 am - 2:55 pm

SOF

ORD

16h 45m

2 stops

$884United Airlines

Sun, Aug 2 - Mon, Aug 17

9:40 pm - 11:15 pm

ORD

SOF

17h 35m

1 stop

6:10 am - 2:55 pm

SOF

ORD

16h 45m

2 stops

$885United Airlines

Sun, Aug 2 - Mon, Aug 17

10:30 pm - 10:50 pm

ORD

SOF

16h 20m

1 stop

7:25 pm - 12:35 pm

SOF

ORD

25h 10m

1 stop

$886Lufthansa

Wed, Jul 15 - Sat, Aug 22

3:35 pm - 12:10 pm

ORD

SOF

12h 35m

1 stop

6:10 am - 12:35 pm

SOF

ORD

14h 25m

1 stop

$887United Airlines

Thu, Jul 30 - Thu, Sep 3

11:07 am - 11:55 pm

ORD

SOF

28h 48m

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8:00 am - 5:00 pm

SOF

ORD

17h 00m

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$890Austrian Airlines

Tue, Jul 28 - Fri, Sep 11

1:18 pm - 2:00 pm

MDW

SOF

16h 42m

2 stops

7:00 am - 4:50 pm

SOF

MDW

17h 50m

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$896KLM

Sat, Aug 1 - Wed, Dec 23

1:27 pm - 2:00 pm

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SOF

16h 33m

2 stops

7:00 am - 6:05 pm

SOF

MDW

19h 05m

2 stops

$902KLM

Fri, Aug 7 - Wed, Sep 9

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LOT flights from Chicago to Sofia

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LOT

Jul 26

ORD9:50 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

12h 10m

1 stop

SOF6:00 pmSofia

Oct 18

SOF6:45 pmSofia

33h 05m

1 stop

ORD7:50 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

$881

LOT

Aug 20

ORD5:10 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

12h 40m

1 stop

SOF1:50 pmSofia

Sep 3

SOF5:25 amSofia

17h 45m

1 stop

ORD3:10 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

$898

LOT

Jun 22

ORD5:10 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

16h 50m

1 stop

SOF6:00 pmSofia

Aug 31

SOF6:45 pmSofia

28h 25m

1 stop

ORD3:10 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

$1,067

Austrian Airlines flights from Chicago to Sofia

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Jul 28

ORD11:07 amChicago O'Hare Intl

28h 48m

2 stops

SOF11:55 pmSofia

Sep 11

SOF8:00 amSofia

17h 00m

2 stops

ORD5:00 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

$890

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Jul 28

ORD11:07 amChicago O'Hare Intl

28h 48m

2 stops

SOF11:55 pmSofia

Sep 5

SOF1:40 pmSofia

31h 40m

1 stop

ORD1:20 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

$905

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Aug 2

ORD4:20 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

17h 50m

1 stop

SOF6:10 pmSofia

Sep 4

SOF4:05 pmSofia

32h 54m

2 stops

ORD4:59 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

$910

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Sun 7/26

9:50 pm-6:00 pm

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Sun 10/18

6:45 pm-7:50 pm

1 stop33h 05m

$881

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9:40 pm-11:15 pm

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3:35 pm-12:10 pm

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9:40 pm-11:15 pm

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$884

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9:40 pm-11:15 pm

1 stop17h 35m

Sofia

Mon 8/17

6:10 am-2:55 pm

2 stops16h 45m

$885

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ORD - SOF

ORDSOF

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 7/15

10:30 pm-10:50 pm

1 stop16h 20m

Sofia

Sat 8/22

7:25 pm-12:35 pm

1 stop25h 10m

$886

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ORD - SOF

ORDSOF

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 7/30

3:35 pm-12:10 pm

1 stop12h 35m

Sofia

Thu 9/3

6:10 am-12:35 pm

1 stop14h 25m

$887

ChicagoSofia

ORD - SOF

ORDSOF

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 7/28

11:07 am-11:55 pm

2 stops28h 48m

Sofia

Fri 9/11

8:00 am-5:00 pm

2 stops17h 00m

$890

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MDW - SOF

MDWSOF

Chicago Midway

Sat 8/1

1:18 pm-2:00 pm

2 stops16h 42m

Sofia

Wed 12/23

7:00 am-4:50 pm

2 stops17h 50m

$896

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MDW - SOF

MDWSOF

Chicago Midway

Fri 8/7

1:27 pm-2:00 pm

2 stops16h 33m

Sofia

Wed 9/9

7:00 am-6:05 pm

2 stops19h 05m

$902

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Chicago and Sofia?

What is the cheapest month to fly to Sofia?

The cheapest month to fly to Sofia from Chicago is in October. Flight prices, which tend to average around $385, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you aren’t able to travel during the month of October, then book flights to Sofia from Chicago during September instead. Flights to Sofia in September, while not as cheap as those in October, still average around $441.

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Sofia from Chicago when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Sofia for around $757 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Sofia from Chicago for as low as $690 on momondo.

Can stopping save me money on Chicago to Sofia flights?

You could potentially save up to 20% on your flight if you consider stops on a Chicago to Sofia flight.

How have Chicago to Sofia flight prices changed over time?

As of June 2026, prices for Chicago to Sofia flights are approximately 2% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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The fastest flight from Chicago to Sofia takes 13h 00m

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How far is Chicago to Sofia by plane?
A flight from Chicago to Sofia will travel around 5185.9 mi. A reasonable flight in good conditions will take 13h 00m.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Chicago to Sofia Airport?
Prices for flights from Chicago to Sofia Airport were last updated today.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Chicago to Sofia Airport?
As of June 2026, there are 12 operators available to choose from for flights from Chicago to Sofia Airport.
How old do you have to be to fly from Chicago to Sofia Airport?
The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Chicago to Sofia Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Sofia Airport?
The travel and health documents required for your trip to Sofia Airport can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Sofia Airport. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.
What is the most popular airline from Chicago to Sofia?
momondo data reveals that the most frequently booked airline on the route from Chicago to Sofia is Turkish Airlines, representing 27% of all bookings. The subsequent popular airlines are Lufthansa at 27%, United Airlines at 13%, and LOT at 12%.

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ITA Airways	PriceFrom $508	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.7 1,248 reviews	Search ITA Airways flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom $523	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 4,409 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
KLM	PriceFrom $533	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.8 1,527 reviews	Search KLM flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $563	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,801 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
SWISS	PriceFrom $565	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.5 1,968 reviews	Search SWISS flights
Austrian Airlines	PriceFrom $575	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.6 926 reviews	Search Austrian Airlines flights
Lufthansa	PriceFrom $578	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.8 8,052 reviews	Search Lufthansa flights
LOT	PriceFrom $579	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.5 1,197 reviews	Search LOT flights
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