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Cheap flights from Sofia to South Africa from R6 545

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 27/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SOF — JNB
Mar 8 — Mar 151
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Sofia to South Africa
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Sofia to South Africa. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 6 February 2026.

Tue 17/27:00
SOF
-
JNB
1 stop15h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 3/319:20
JNB
-
SOF
2 stops23h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/2R9 502
Tue 17/27:00
SOF
-
JNB
1 stop15h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 2/319:20
JNB
-
SOF
1 stop18h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/2R10 165
Tue 17/210:05
SOF
-
JNB
2 stops26h 05m
Air France
Mon 2/319:20
JNB
-
SOF
2 stops20h 10m
Air France
Deal found 5/2R10 520
Tue 17/213:05
SOF
-
JNB
3 stops24h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 22/29:50
JNB
-
SOF
3 stops35h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/2R12 556
Mon 23/39:35
SOF
-
CPT
1 stop26h 15m
Turkish Airlines
Tue 7/416:35
CPT
-
SOF
1 stop21h 25m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 3/2R12 766
Wed 8/47:00
SOF
-
CPT
1 stop15h 25m
KLM
Thu 23/423:15
CPT
-
SOF
1 stop37h 45m
KLM
Deal found 3/2R12 880
Wed 8/47:00
SOF
-
CPT
2 stops39h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 23/423:15
CPT
-
SOF
1 stop37h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/2R13 219
Tue 17/210:05
SOF
-
JNB
2 stops26h 05m
Air France
Sun 22/219:20
JNB
-
SOF
2 stops38h 15m
Air France
Deal found 4/2R13 542
Tue 17/27:10
SOF
-
CPT
1 stop22h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 27/28:00
CPT
-
SOF
2 stops29h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/2R13 914
Tue 31/39:35
SOF
-
CPT
1 stop27h 15m
Turkish Airlines
Sun 5/416:35
CPT
-
SOF
1 stop21h 25m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 5/2R14 172
Thu 19/39:35
SOF
-
CPT
1 stop26h 15m
Turkish Airlines
Sat 4/416:35
CPT
-
SOF
1 stop19h 40m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 4/2R14 205
Fri 20/310:05
SOF
-
JNB
3 stops27h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 27/38:20
JNB
-
SOF
2 stops17h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/2R14 269

Find flight deals from Sofia to South Africa

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Sofia to South Africa flight deals. Data was last updated 6 February 2026.

Round-trip from

R9 502

One-way from

R6 545

Popular in

September

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R9 648
Air France
  • Air France
  • 17/2-3/3
  • 3 total stops
  • 39h 00m total
  • Sofia to South Africa
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27/2
  • 27/2
  • 3 total stops
  • 48h 10m total
  • Sofia to South Africa
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 19% potential increase in price (R53 016 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (R7 633 potential savings vs. average return price).
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SofiaJohannesburg

SOF - JNB

SOFJNB

Sofia

Tue 17/2

10:05-12:10

2 stops26h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 3/3

19:20-19:15

2 stops23h 55m

R9 502

SofiaJohannesburg

SOF - JNB

SOFJNB

Sofia

Tue 17/2

7:00-22:05

1 stop15h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 3/3

19:20-19:15

2 stops23h 55m

R9 502

SofiaJohannesburg

SOF - JNB

SOFJNB

Sofia

Tue 17/2

7:00-22:05

1 stop15h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 2/3

19:20-14:05

1 stop18h 45m

R10 165

SofiaJohannesburg

SOF - JNB

SOFJNB

Sofia

Tue 17/2

13:05-13:05

3 stops24h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 22/2

9:50-21:35

3 stops35h 45m

R12 556

SofiaJohannesburg

SOF - JNB

SOFJNB

Sofia

Tue 17/2

10:05-12:10

2 stops26h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 22/2

19:20-13:55

1 stop18h 35m

R13 122

SofiaCape Town

SOF - CPT

SOFCPT

Sofia

Tue 31/3

9:35-11:50

1 stop27h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 5/4

16:35-15:00

1 stop21h 25m

R14 172

SofiaCape Town

SOF - CPT

SOFCPT

Sofia

Thu 19/3

9:35-11:50

1 stop26h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 4/4

16:35-13:15

1 stop19h 40m

R14 205

SofiaJohannesburg

SOF - JNB

SOFJNB

Sofia

Fri 20/3

14:25-15:35

3 stops25h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 27/3

18:50-0:15

3 stops29h 25m

R14 803

SofiaJohannesburg

SOF - JNB

SOFJNB

Sofia

Fri 20/3

16:00-10:50

1 stop18h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 27/3

19:05-15:10

1 stop20h 05m

R15 384

SofiaCape Town

SOF - CPT

SOFCPT

Sofia

Thu 19/3

23:15-17:25

3 stops42h 10m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 4/4

13:15-17:45

2 stops27h 30m

R16 322

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Best time to book a flight from Sofia to South Africa

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Sofia to South Africa

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

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sofia to South Africa (average of R8 226). Flying from Sofia to South Africa in October is currently the most expensive (average of R15 918). 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 South Africa

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to South Africa. 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 South Africa. Reviews last updated 6 February 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Turkish Airlines from Sofia to South Africa by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Turkish Airlines
7,3
Good
4 210 reviews
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Comfort

7,3

Crew

7,8

Entertainment

7,5

Food

7,4

Overall

7,3

Boarding

7,3

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Christina,Sept 2025

DTW - IST

Crew was fine but the plane seemed smaller like the seats were very crammed in for an international flight. I’m a small person and it felt suffocating to me.
Turkish Airlines
7,3
Good
4 210 reviews
Turkish Airlines
7,3
Good
4 210 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,3

Crew

7,8

Entertainment

7,5

Food

7,4

Overall

7,3

Boarding

7,3

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Christina,Sept 2025

DTW - IST

Crew was fine but the plane seemed smaller like the seats were very crammed in for an international flight. I’m a small person and it felt suffocating to me.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Sofia to South Africa. 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 from for flights from Sofia to South Africa?

    For a flight from Sofia to South Africa, you will be flying from Sofia. Sofia (SOF) is just 6,7 km from the centre of the city.

  • How long is the flight from Sofia to South Africa?

    Air France and Turkish Airlines can get you from Sofia to South Africa in just under 26h 05m. Your travel time can differ by up to 1h 10m. The distance between Sofia and South Africa is about 7664 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Sofia to South Africa?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Sofia to South Africa 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 Sofia to South Africa?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sofia to South Africa (average of R8 226). Flying from Sofia to South Africa in October is currently the most expensive (average of R15 918). 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 airline flying from Sofia to South Africa

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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR13 842AverageR15 389FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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