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Cheap flights from Johannesburg to Sofia

JNB — SOF
Apr 22 — Apr 291
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Johannesburg (ZA1) to Sofia (SOF). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 23 March 2026.

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Cheapest in

October

Average price

R12 106
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Best time to book a flight from Johannesburg to Sofia

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from Johannesburg to Sofia?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Johannesburg to Sofia. Price data was last updated on 13 March 2026.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Johannesburg to Sofia, you should look to book at least 78 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to Sofia (average of R8 944). Flying from Johannesburg to Sofia in August is currently the most expensive (average of R11 885). 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.

Reviews of airlines servicing Sofia

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Sofia. 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 Sofia. Reviews last updated 23 March 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Emirates,Qatar Airways, andAir France from Johannesburg to Sofia have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 541 reviews
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Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SFO - DXB

Business class was too crowded. Flight attendants were too busy, and not attentive. Orders were not delivered and delayed in delivered. Always lines to us restrooms.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 541 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 541 reviews
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Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SFO - DXB

Business class was too crowded. Flight attendants were too busy, and not attentive. Orders were not delivered and delayed in delivered. Always lines to us restrooms.
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 733 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 541 reviews
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Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SFO - DXB

Business class was too crowded. Flight attendants were too busy, and not attentive. Orders were not delivered and delayed in delivered. Always lines to us restrooms.
Air France
7,4
Good
1 547 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 541 reviews
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Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SFO - DXB

Business class was too crowded. Flight attendants were too busy, and not attentive. Orders were not delivered and delayed in delivered. Always lines to us restrooms.
Turkish Airlines
7,3
Good
4 270 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 541 reviews
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Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SFO - DXB

Business class was too crowded. Flight attendants were too busy, and not attentive. Orders were not delivered and delayed in delivered. Always lines to us restrooms.
Lufthansa
6,8
Okay
7 862 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 541 reviews
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Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SFO - DXB

Business class was too crowded. Flight attendants were too busy, and not attentive. Orders were not delivered and delayed in delivered. Always lines to us restrooms.

Related info for your journey

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

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Sofia from Johannesburg?

    Sofia (SOF), located 6,7 km from the city centre, is the airport you fly into when you book flights from Johannesburg to Sofia. 5 airlines have flights to Sofia from Johannesburg on a regular basis. Booking flights from Johannesburg to Sofia should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 0 inbound flights from Johannesburg per day.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Johannesburg to Sofia round-trip?

    Flying on Lufthansa is currently your cheapest option to Sofia, with prices starting at R10 101. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Turkish Airlines and Qatar Airways, with the lowest prices starting at R10 987 and R11 065, respectively. Lufthansa is priced at 22% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • Where are the most common stopover locations when flying from Johannesburg to Sofia?

    Of the flights from Johannesburg to Sofia that have stopovers, most of them stop in Istanbul.

  • What are some popular things to do or see while on a stopover in Istanbul?

    Most Istanbul visitors opt to spend their time experiencing Taksim Square, Ayasofya, and Sultan Ahmet Camii. Taksim Square, Ayasofya, and Sultan Ahmet Camii are located about 33,5 km, 35,8 km, and 35,9 km, respectively from Istanbul.

  • Where are the least popular stopover locations for Johannesburg to Sofia flights?

    Johannesburg to Sofia flights have a stopover in Doha the least frequently.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to Sofia (average of R8 944). Flying from Johannesburg to Sofia in August is currently the most expensive (average of R11 885). 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 5 airlines flying from Johannesburg to Sofia

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Johannesburg to Sofia. 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 23 March 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
LufthansaCheapestR10 901AverageR13 981FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR10 970AverageR12 763FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR10 987AverageR12 277FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Air FranceCheapestR11 177AverageR12 608FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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EmiratesCheapestR13 485AverageR14 720FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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