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

Warsaw (WAW) was the most common stop: 39% of momondo users choosing 1-stop flights on this route connected there.

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

Flights connecting via Zurich (ZRH) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 12h 58m.

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

Zurich (ZRH) has the shortest average layover time for this route: 1h 16m.

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

Flights via Belgrade (BEG) offer the lowest average round-trip price of $664.

What airlines fly to Chicago?

LOT, Lufthansa and United Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Chicago from Sofia according to our data. LOT is the first choice among our users, with 37% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Chicago. Keep in mind that there are 6 different airlines that fly to Chicago on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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

Prices for flights from Sofia Airport to Chicago are updated daily.

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

There are 6 operators available for flights from Sofia Airport to Chicago as of January 2026.

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

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Sofia Airport to Chicago.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Chicago?

The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Chicago may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Chicago. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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9:05 pm - 6:15 pm

SOF

ORD

29h 10m1 stop

1:16 pm - 7:20 pm

ORD

SOF

22h 04m2 stops

$675British Airways

Sun, May 3 - Sun, May 31

5:25 am - 7:50 pm

SOF

ORD

22h 25m1 stop

5:10 pm - 1:55 pm

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SOF

36h 45m2 stops

$676LOT

Wed, Apr 8 - Wed, Sep 9

5:25 pm - 7:45 pm

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ORD

33h 20m1 stop

9:15 pm - 8:30 pm

ORD

SOF

39h 15m2 stops

$679British Airways

Mon, Mar 16 - Mon, Apr 13

2:35 pm - 9:00 pm

SOF

ORD

13h 25m1 stop

10:55 pm - 5:50 pm

ORD

SOF

11h 55m1 stop

$680LOT

Tue, Mar 10 - Wed, Mar 25

2:35 pm - 9:00 pm

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ORD

13h 25m1 stop

10:55 pm - 5:50 pm

ORD

SOF

11h 55m1 stop

$681LOT

Sun, Mar 8 - Wed, Mar 25

2:30 pm - 6:00 pm

SOF

ORD

34h 30m2 stops

4:53 pm - 8:30 pm

ORD

SOF

19h 37m2 stops

$682British Airways

Sun, Mar 22 - Tue, May 26

7:00 am - 6:31 pm

SOF

ORD

18h 31m2 stops

1:11 pm - 2:00 pm

ORD

SOF

16h 49m2 stops

$694Multiple Airlines

Tue, Mar 17 - Wed, Apr 15

7:00 am - 6:40 pm

SOF

MDW

18h 40m2 stops

2:05 pm - 2:05 pm

MDW

SOF

17h 00m2 stops

$699KLM

Tue, Mar 10 - Tue, Mar 24

7:00 am - 6:40 pm

SOF

MDW

19h 40m2 stops

1:49 pm - 2:05 pm

MDW

SOF

16h 16m2 stops

$735Multiple Airlines

Thu, Feb 12 - Wed, Feb 25

7:00 am - 6:40 pm

SOF

MDW

18h 40m2 stops

1:10 pm - 2:00 pm

MDW

SOF

16h 50m2 stops

$772KLM

Wed, Mar 18 - Thu, Apr 16

KLM flights from Sofia to Chicago

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KLM

Jan 28

SOF7:00 amSofia

22h 35m

2 stops

ORD9:35 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

Apr 15

ORD12:45 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

17h 15m

2 stops

SOF2:00 pmSofia

$698

KLM

Mar 10

SOF7:00 amSofia

18h 40m

2 stops

MDW6:40 pmChicago Midway

Mar 24

MDW2:05 pmChicago Midway

17h 00m

2 stops

SOF2:05 pmSofia

$699

KLM

Mar 24

SOF7:00 amSofia

18h 53m

2 stops

ORD6:53 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

May 26

ORD1:30 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

16h 30m

2 stops

SOF2:00 pmSofia

$711

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Air France

Mar 26

SOF7:10 amSofia

18h 21m

2 stops

ORD6:31 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

May 28

ORD8:15 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

33h 45m

1 stop

SOF2:00 pmSofia

$707

Air France

Jan 27

SOF7:10 amSofia

16h 00m

1 stop

ORD3:10 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

May 7

ORD5:10 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

12h 50m

1 stop

SOF2:00 pmSofia

$726

Air France

Jan 27

SOF7:10 amSofia

16h 00m

1 stop

ORD3:10 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

Apr 30

ORD5:10 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

12h 50m

1 stop

SOF2:00 pmSofia

$727

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Sun 5/3

9:05 pm-6:15 pm

1 stop29h 10m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 5/31

1:16 pm-7:20 pm

2 stops22h 04m

$675

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SOF - ORD

SOFORD

Sofia

Wed 4/8

5:25 am-7:50 pm

1 stop22h 25m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 9/9

5:10 pm-1:55 pm

2 stops36h 45m

$676

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SOF - ORD

SOFORD

Sofia

Mon 3/16

5:25 pm-7:45 pm

1 stop33h 20m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 4/13

9:15 pm-8:30 pm

2 stops39h 15m

$679

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SOF - ORD

SOFORD

Sofia

Tue 3/10

2:35 pm-9:00 pm

1 stop13h 25m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 3/25

10:55 pm-5:50 pm

1 stop11h 55m

$680

SofiaChicago

SOF - ORD

SOFORD

Sofia

Sun 3/8

2:35 pm-9:00 pm

1 stop13h 25m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 3/25

10:55 pm-5:50 pm

1 stop11h 55m

$681

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SOF - ORD

SOFORD

Sofia

Sun 3/22

2:30 pm-6:00 pm

2 stops34h 30m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 5/26

4:53 pm-8:30 pm

2 stops19h 37m

$682

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SOF - ORD

SOFORD

Sofia

Tue 3/17

7:00 am-6:31 pm

2 stops18h 31m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 4/15

1:11 pm-2:00 pm

2 stops16h 49m

$694

SofiaChicago

SOF - MDW

SOFMDW

Sofia

Tue 3/10

7:00 am-6:40 pm

2 stops18h 40m

Chicago Midway

Tue 3/24

2:05 pm-2:05 pm

2 stops17h 00m

$699

SofiaChicago

SOF - MDW

SOFMDW

Sofia

Thu 2/12

7:00 am-6:40 pm

2 stops19h 40m

Chicago Midway

Wed 2/25

1:49 pm-2:05 pm

2 stops16h 16m

$735

SofiaChicago

SOF - MDW

SOFMDW

Sofia

Wed 3/18

7:00 am-6:40 pm

2 stops18h 40m

Chicago Midway

Thu 4/16

1:10 pm-2:00 pm

2 stops16h 50m

$772

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Chicago?

The month of February is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Chicago from Sofia, with most prices found around $673. If you’re not able to fly to Chicago in February, then April is your next best option. Flight prices from Sofia to Chicago during April average around $679.

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Chicago from Sofia when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Chicago for around $727 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Chicago from Sofia for as low as $630 on momondo.

How have Sofia to Chicago flight prices changed over time?

As of January 2026, prices for Sofia to Chicago flights are approximately 0% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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Fastest flight time	13h 25m
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The fastest flight from Sofia to Chicago takes 13h 25m

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How far is Sofia to Chicago by plane?
A flight from Sofia to Chicago will travel around 5185.9 mi. 13h 25m is a normal flight duration for this route.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Sofia Airport to Chicago?
Prices for flights from Sofia Airport to Chicago are updated daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Sofia Airport to Chicago?
There are 6 operators available for flights from Sofia Airport to Chicago as of January 2026.
How old do you have to be to fly from Sofia Airport to Chicago?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Sofia Airport to Chicago.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Chicago?
The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Chicago may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Chicago. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.
What is the most popular airline from Sofia to Chicago?
Based on momondo bookings for flights between Sofia and Chicago, the leading airline is Lufthansa, making up 29% of the total bookings. Other popular airlines include LOT with 27%, Turkish Airlines with 14%, and United Airlines with 14%.

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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
LOT	PriceFrom $532	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.5 1,168 reviews	Search LOT flights
KLM	PriceFrom $607	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.7 1,435 reviews	Search KLM flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom $625	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 4,156 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
Lufthansa	PriceFrom $642	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.8 7,710 reviews	Search Lufthansa flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $643	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,145 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
Austrian Airlines	PriceFrom $654	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.6 890 reviews	Search Austrian Airlines flights

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