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 03m.

What airlines fly to Sofia?

Lufthansa, Turkish Airlines and LOT are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Sofia from Chicago according to our data. Lufthansa is the first choice among our users, with 32% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Sofia. Keep in mind that there are 10 different airlines that fly to Sofia on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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

Warsaw (WAW) has the shortest average layover time for this route: 1h 41m.

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

Istanbul (IST) was the most common stop: 35% of momondo users choosing 1-stop flights on this route connected there.

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

Air Serbia, Lufthansa, and Austrian Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from Chicago to Sofia

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

Flights via Paris (CDG) offer the lowest average round-trip price of $706.

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 November 2025, there are 10 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.

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Dec 1

ORD9:50 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

16h 55m

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Jan 7

ORD9:50 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

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Mar 7

ORD9:55 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

11h 55m

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Nov 27

ORD9:55 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

31h 55m

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Dec 4

ORD9:55 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

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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 February. Flight prices, which tend to average around $568, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you aren’t able to travel during the month of February, then book flights to Sofia from Chicago during March instead. Flights to Sofia in March, while not as cheap as those in February, still average around $587.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Sofia?

According to our data, Thursday is the cheapest day to fly to Sofia from Chicago. The lowest ticket price found for a Thursday departure recently was $871. Keep in mind that prices can always vary depending on your route and whether or not you are flying domestic or international. Flights from Chicago to Sofia on a Saturday will generally be more expensive and average around $1,039. Keep in mind that these prices on both days could fluctuate depending on the season and the demand.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Sofia?

In the morning is the cheapest time of day to fly from Chicago to Sofia when you can find flight prices for as low as $801. Flying to Sofia in the morning is an ideal time because this is during off-peak travel hours. At noon is when there is more demand to fly to Sofia, so prices are often more expensive at around $1,145 per ticket.

How far in advance should I book a flight 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 $759 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 $713 on momondo.

Can stopping save me money on Chicago to Sofia flights?

You could potentially save up to 36% 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 November 2025, prices for Chicago to Sofia flights are approximately 14% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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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 11h 30m.
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 November 2025, there are 10 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 25%, LOT at 17%, and United Airlines at 14%.

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Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom $511	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 4,041 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
KLM	PriceFrom $533	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.7 1,410 reviews	Search KLM flights
LOT	PriceFrom $570	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.6 1,135 reviews	Search LOT flights
Air France	PriceFrom $585	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 1,486 reviews	Search Air France flights
Lufthansa	PriceFrom $590	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.8 7,565 reviews	Search Lufthansa flights
SWISS	PriceFrom $593	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.5 1,784 reviews	Search SWISS flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $600	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,013 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
Austrian Airlines	PriceFrom $606	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.6 865 reviews	Search Austrian Airlines flights
British Airways	PriceFrom $611	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.7 7,513 reviews	Search British Airways flights
Air Serbia	PriceFrom $634	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.2 207 reviews	Search Air Serbia flights

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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?

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Sofia?

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Sofia?

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

Can stopping save me money on Chicago to Sofia flights?

You could potentially save up to 36% 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 November 2025, prices for Chicago to Sofia flights are approximately 14% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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

Air Serbia, Lufthansa, and Austrian Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from Chicago to Sofia

What airlines fly to Sofia?

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

Istanbul (IST) was the most common stop: 35% of momondo users choosing 1-stop flights on this route connected there.

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

Flights via Paris (CDG) offer the lowest average round-trip price of $706.

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 03m.

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

Warsaw (WAW) has the shortest average layover time for this route: 1h 41m.

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