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 has the shortest travel time from Chicago to Sofia?

Flights connecting via Vienna (VIE) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 12h 16m.

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.

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

JetBlue, KLM, and Air France are the most popular carriers operating from Chicago to Sofia

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.

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

Flights via Zurich (ZRH) offer the lowest average round-trip price of $643.

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.

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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 $1,271 to $1,033. The lowest price recently found on this route was $881.

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3:35 pm - 6:40 pm

ORD

SOF

19h 05m

1 stop

7:00 pm - 12:55 pm

SOF

ORD

25h 55m

1 stop

$881Lufthansa

Fri, Aug 14 - Mon, Aug 17

9:40 pm - 11:15 pm

ORD

SOF

17h 35m

1 stop

7:25 pm - 12:35 pm

SOF

ORD

25h 10m

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$882Lufthansa

Mon, Aug 3 - Sun, Aug 16

11:05 am - 1:20 pm

ORD

SOF

18h 15m

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7:25 pm - 12:55 pm

SOF

ORD

25h 30m

2 stops

$883Multiple Airlines

Thu, Jul 9 - Tue, Aug 18

9:40 pm - 11:15 pm

ORD

SOF

17h 35m

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6:10 am - 2:55 pm

SOF

ORD

16h 45m

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$884United Airlines

Mon, Aug 3 - Mon, Aug 17

10:30 pm - 10:30 pm

ORD

SOF

16h 00m

1 stop

6:10 am - 8:30 pm

SOF

ORD

22h 20m

2 stops

$885United Airlines

Fri, Jul 17 - Wed, Aug 26

9:40 pm - 11:15 pm

ORD

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17h 35m

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6:30 am - 2:55 pm

SOF

ORD

16h 25m

1 stop

$886United Airlines

Sat, Aug 1 - Thu, Aug 27

9:40 pm - 11:15 pm

ORD

SOF

17h 35m

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6:10 am - 2:00 pm

SOF

ORD

15h 50m

1 stop

$887United Airlines

Sat, Aug 1 - Fri, Aug 28

9:40 pm - 11:15 pm

ORD

SOF

17h 35m

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6:10 am - 8:12 pm

SOF

ORD

22h 02m

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$889Multiple Airlines

Fri, Jul 31 - Tue, Sep 8

12:30 pm - 2:05 pm

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SOF

18h 35m

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7:00 am - 6:37 pm

SOF

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19h 37m

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$896KLM

Fri, Oct 30 - Tue, Nov 10

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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Lufthansa flights from Chicago to Sofia

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Lufthansa

Aug 14

ORD3:35 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

19h 05m

1 stop

SOF6:40 pmSofia

Aug 17

SOF7:00 pmSofia

25h 55m

1 stop

ORD12:55 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

$881

Lufthansa

Aug 5

ORD9:40 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

13h 00m

1 stop

SOF6:40 pmSofia

Aug 16

SOF7:25 pmSofia

25h 10m

1 stop

ORD12:35 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

$882

Lufthansa

Jul 21

ORD9:40 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

17h 35m

1 stop

SOF11:15 pmSofia

Aug 13

SOF6:45 pmSofia

26h 10m

1 stop

ORD12:55 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

$888

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Air Canada

Aug 3

ORD9:50 amChicago O'Hare Intl

24h 10m

2 stops

SOF6:00 pmSofia

Oct 3

SOF6:20 amSofia

21h 52m

2 stops

ORD8:12 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

$884

Air Canada

Jul 22

ORD11:05 amChicago O'Hare Intl

23h 35m

2 stops

SOF6:40 pmSofia

Oct 13

SOF6:10 amSofia

16h 42m

2 stops

ORD2:52 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

$898

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7:00 pm-12:55 pm

1 stop25h 55m

$881

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Mon 8/3

9:40 pm-11:15 pm

1 stop17h 35m

Sofia

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7:25 pm-12:35 pm

1 stop25h 10m

$882

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ORDSOF

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Thu 7/9

11:05 am-1:20 pm

2 stops18h 15m

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7:25 pm-12:55 pm

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$883

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9:40 pm-11:15 pm

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$884

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Fri 7/17

10:30 pm-10:30 pm

1 stop16h 00m

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Wed 8/26

6:10 am-8:30 pm

2 stops22h 20m

$885

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ORD - SOF

ORDSOF

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 8/1

9:40 pm-11:15 pm

1 stop17h 35m

Sofia

Thu 8/27

6:30 am-2:55 pm

1 stop16h 25m

$886

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ORD - SOF

ORDSOF

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 8/1

9:40 pm-11:15 pm

1 stop17h 35m

Sofia

Fri 8/28

6:10 am-2:00 pm

1 stop15h 50m

$887

ChicagoSofia

ORD - SOF

ORDSOF

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 7/31

9:40 pm-11:15 pm

1 stop17h 35m

Sofia

Tue 9/8

6:10 am-8:12 pm

2 stops22h 02m

$889

ChicagoSofia

MDW - SOF

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Chicago Midway

Fri 10/30

12:30 pm-2:05 pm

2 stops18h 35m

Sofia

Tue 11/10

7:00 am-6:37 pm

2 stops19h 37m

$896

ChicagoSofia

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 $758 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 24% 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 20m

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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 20m.
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 Lufthansa, representing 31% of all bookings. The subsequent popular airlines are Turkish Airlines at 25%, United Airlines at 13%, and LOT at 11%.

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ITA Airways	PriceFrom $508	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.7 1,256 reviews	Search ITA Airways flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom $522	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 4,409 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
KLM	PriceFrom $533	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.8 1,528 reviews	Search KLM flights
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SWISS	PriceFrom $565	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.5 1,968 reviews	Search SWISS flights
Austrian Airlines	PriceFrom $575	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.6 935 reviews	Search Austrian Airlines flights
LOT	PriceFrom $578	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.5 1,197 reviews	Search LOT flights
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Air France	PriceFrom $585	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 1,606 reviews	Search Air France flights
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