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Cheap flights from South Africa to Bulgaria from R13 820

This is the cheapest retur flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 16/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — SOF
Jun 14 — Jun 211
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from South Africa to Bulgaria
Explore the most affordable flight options available from South Africa to Bulgaria. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 15 May 2026.

Thu 16/713:30
JNB
-
VAR
2 stops36h 25m
Turkish Airlines
Fri 24/79:20
VAR
-
JNB
2 stops25h 20m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 11/5R13 820
Mon 6/713:30
JNB
-
VAR
2 stops42h 00m
Turkish Airlines
Fri 17/79:20
VAR
-
JNB
2 stops25h 20m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 14/5R14 675
Sat 18/717:50
JNB
-
VAR
1 stop13h 40m
Turkish Airlines
Sat 25/722:10
VAR
-
JNB
2 stops36h 30m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 11/5R14 905
Sat 18/79:30
JNB
-
VAR
2 stops22h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 25/722:10
VAR
-
JNB
2 stops36h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 11/5R16 170
Thu 16/713:30
JNB
-
VAR
2 stops36h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 24/74:25
VAR
-
JNB
3 stops29h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 11/5R21 380
Mon 6/713:30
JNB
-
VAR
3 stops32h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 17/78:30
VAR
-
JNB
3 stops26h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 14/5R24 288

Find flight deals from South Africa to Bulgaria

Keep the following information in mind while searching for South Africa to Bulgaria flight deals. Data was last updated 15 May 2026.

Round-trip from

R13 820

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

March

Average price

R13 804
Turkish Airlines
  • Turkish Airlines
  • 16/7-24/7
  • 4 total stops
  • 61h 45m total
  • South Africa to Bulgaria
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R4 351 potential savings vs. average return price).
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JohannesburgVarna

JNB - VAR

JNBVAR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 16/7

13:30-2:55

2 stops36h 25m

Varna

Fri 24/7

9:20-9:40

2 stops25h 20m

R13 820

JohannesburgVarna

JNB - VAR

JNBVAR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 6/7

13:30-8:30

2 stops42h 00m

Varna

Fri 17/7

9:20-9:40

2 stops25h 20m

R14 675
Fastest return journey

JohannesburgVarna

JNB - VAR

JNBVAR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 18/7

17:50-8:30

1 stop13h 40m

Varna

Sat 25/7

22:10-9:40

2 stops36h 30m

R14 905

JohannesburgVarna

JNB - VAR

JNBVAR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 18/7

9:30-8:30

2 stops22h 00m

Varna

Sat 25/7

22:10-9:40

2 stops36h 30m

R16 170

JohannesburgVarna

JNB - VAR

JNBVAR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 6/7

13:30-23:10

3 stops32h 40m

Varna

Fri 17/7

8:30-9:40

3 stops26h 10m

R24 288

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Best time to book a flight from South Africa to Bulgaria

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from South Africa to Bulgaria?

The best time to book flights from South Africa to Bulgaria is 28 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 South Africa to Bulgaria?

Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Bulgaria (average of R10 074). Flying from South Africa to Bulgaria in December is currently the most expensive (average of R10 994). 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 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 15 May 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Emirates,Qatar Airways, andAir France from South Africa to Bulgaria. 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
3 572 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2026

DXB - YUL

My mom came with assistance and she said it was a good trip
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 572 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 572 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2026

DXB - YUL

My mom came with assistance and she said it was a good trip
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 727 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 572 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2026

DXB - YUL

My mom came with assistance and she said it was a good trip
Air France
7,4
Good
1 589 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 572 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2026

DXB - YUL

My mom came with assistance and she said it was a good trip
Turkish Airlines
7,4
Good
4 367 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 572 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2026

DXB - YUL

My mom came with assistance and she said it was a good trip
Lufthansa
6,8
Okay
8 002 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 572 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2026

DXB - YUL

My mom came with assistance and she said it was a good trip

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from South Africa 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 South Africa to Bulgaria?

    Turkish Airlines can get you from South Africa to Bulgaria in just under 36h 25m. Your travel time can differ by up to . The distance between South Africa and Bulgaria is about 7707 km.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Bulgaria (average of R10 074). Flying from South Africa to Bulgaria in December is currently the most expensive (average of R10 994). 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 South Africa to Bulgaria

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from South Africa 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 15 May 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air FranceCheapestR10 377AverageR11 650FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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LufthansaCheapestR10 794AverageR13 512FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR10 830AverageR12 676FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR10 847AverageR12 751FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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EmiratesCheapestR12 886AverageR13 967FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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