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Cheap flights from Johannesburg to Bulgaria from R12 334

This is the cheapest retur flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 23/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — SOF
Dec 29 — Jan 51
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from Johannesburg to Bulgaria

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Johannesburg to Bulgaria flight deals. Data was last updated 29 November 2025.

Round-trip from

R12 334

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

R12 334
Turkish Airlines
  • Turkish Airlines
  • 23/1-27/1
  • 2 total stops
  • 50h 20m total
  • Johannesburg to Bulgaria
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 1% potential increase in price (R3 307 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R2 312 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Discover carefully curated flight deals from Johannesburg to Bulgaria that have cost, travel time, and stopovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated 29 November 2025.

Fri 23/119:05JNB - VAR
1 stop25h 30mTurkish Airlines
Tue 27/110:00VAR - JNB
1 stop24h 50mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 26/11R12 334

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JohannesburgVarna

JNB - VAR

JNBVAR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 23/1

19:05-20:35

1 stop25h 30m

Varna

Tue 27/1

10:00-10:50

1 stop24h 50m

R12 334

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Deals found on 26/11

Best time to book a flight from Johannesburg to Bulgaria

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Johannesburg to Bulgaria

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Johannesburg to Bulgaria?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to Bulgaria (average of R7 914). Flying from Johannesburg to Bulgaria in August is currently the most expensive (average of R12 077). 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 JNB to BG?

Find hourly flight availability from Johannesburg to Bulgaria. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 29 November 2025.

When flying from Johannesburg to Bulgaria, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight at midday, which can drop the price by up to 30% versus a flight in the evening.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Johannesburg to Bulgaria?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Johannesburg to Bulgaria. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Johannesburg to Bulgaria flight should consider departing on Tuesday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Reviews of airlines servicing Bulgaria

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Bulgaria. 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 Bulgaria. Reviews last updated 29 November 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Johannesburg to Bulgaria, such as Emirates, Qatar Airways, andAir France. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 424 reviews
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Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 424 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 424 reviews
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Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 678 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 424 reviews
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Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.
Air France
7,4
Good
1 500 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 424 reviews
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Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.
Turkish Airlines
7,3
Good
4 069 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 424 reviews
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Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.
Lufthansa
6,8
Okay
7 597 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 424 reviews
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Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Related info for your journey

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

  • How long is the flight from Johannesburg to Bulgaria?

    There are many flights that can get you from Johannesburg to Bulgaria in 25h 30m. Fly via Turkish Airlines to get the fastest option. Johannesburg and Bulgaria are separated by a distance of 7707 km.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Johannesburg to Bulgaria that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Johannesburg to Bulgaria flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Johannesburg to Bulgaria?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Johannesburg to Bulgaria?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Johannesburg to Bulgaria 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 Johannesburg to Bulgaria?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to Bulgaria (average of R7 914). Flying from Johannesburg to Bulgaria in August is currently the most expensive (average of R12 077). 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 7 airlines flying from Johannesburg to Bulgaria

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from Johannesburg to Bulgaria. 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 594 507 searches. Data last updated 29 November 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
SWISSCheapestR7 908AverageR12 036FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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LufthansaCheapestR8 079AverageR11 725FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Austrian AirlinesCheapestR9 619AverageR13 324FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Air FranceCheapestR10 817AverageR12 142FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR10 915AverageR13 478FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR11 034AverageR12 920FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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EmiratesCheapestR13 586AverageR14 795FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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