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Cheap flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Sofia

JNB — SOF
Oct 8 — Oct 151
1 adult
1 adult, Economy

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Johannesburg OR Tambo to Sofia are usually found in March or February, booked 69 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Thursday and return on a Monday

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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from OR Tambo (JNB) 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 8 September 2025.

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December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

R13 862
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Best time to book a flight from OR Tambo to Sofia

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Sofia

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from OR Tambo to Sofia. Price data was last updated on 29 August 2025.

The best time to book flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Sofia is 69 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Sofia (average of R665). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Sofia in December is currently the most expensive (average of R791). 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 SOF?

Find hourly flight availability from OR Tambo to Sofia. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 8 September 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Sofia at midday. Doing so could potentially save you 5% on the flight price compared to flying in the evening, which is usually more expensive.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Sofia?

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

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Sofia 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 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 8 September 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Emirates, Qatar Airways, andAir France from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Sofia. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 329 reviews
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Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2025

KTM - DXB

Lost 7 pieces of luggage and fly Dubai doesn’t seem to care.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 329 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 329 reviews
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Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2025

KTM - DXB

Lost 7 pieces of luggage and fly Dubai doesn’t seem to care.
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 624 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 329 reviews
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Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2025

KTM - DXB

Lost 7 pieces of luggage and fly Dubai doesn’t seem to care.
Air France
7,4
Good
1 469 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 329 reviews
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Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2025

KTM - DXB

Lost 7 pieces of luggage and fly Dubai doesn’t seem to care.
Turkish Airlines
7,3
Good
3 963 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 329 reviews
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Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2025

KTM - DXB

Lost 7 pieces of luggage and fly Dubai doesn’t seem to care.
Lufthansa
6,8
Okay
7 409 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 329 reviews
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Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2025

KTM - DXB

Lost 7 pieces of luggage and fly Dubai doesn’t seem to care.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from OR Tambo 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 OR Tambo?

    Sofia (SOF) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo to Sofia. You should not have trouble finding flights to Sofia from Johannesburg OR Tambo; the airport handles an average of 0 inbound flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 8 airlines have flights to the Sofia airport from Johannesburg OR Tambo. It is only a 6,7 km journey from Sofia (SOF) to Sofia’s city centre.

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

    Flying on SWISS is currently your cheapest option to Sofia, with prices starting at R8 111. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Lufthansa and Austrian Airlines, with the lowest prices starting at R8 273 and R9 865, respectively. You may be able to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Sofia for 38% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

    Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Sofia flights have a stopover in Istanbul most of the time.

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

    The majority of Istanbul visitors spend their time at Sultan Ahmet Camii, Taksim Square, and Ayasofya. Sultan Ahmet Camii, Taksim Square, and Ayasofya can be visited by traveling about 35,9 km, 33,5 km, and 35,8 km respectively from Istanbul. Those landing in Istanbul looking to spend some time exploring during their stopover can hire a car for about R438 per day.

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

    Flights departing from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport and landing in Sofia stopover in Doha least frequently.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from OR Tambo to Sofia?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from OR Tambo 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 OR Tambo Airport to Sofia?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Sofia (average of R665). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Sofia in December is currently the most expensive (average of R791). 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 8 airlines flying from OR Tambo to Sofia

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from OR Tambo 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 8 September 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
SWISSCheapestR8 111AverageR11 650FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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LufthansaCheapestR8 273AverageR11 989FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Austrian AirlinesCheapestR9 865AverageR13 830FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR11 338AverageR13 447FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR11 348AverageR13 968FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Air FranceCheapestR11 405AverageR12 929FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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KLMCheapestR11 493AverageR12 740FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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EmiratesCheapestR13 951AverageR15 098FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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