Flying from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Sofia Airport (SOF): what you need to know
Sofia is eight hours ahead of Chicago and is in the UTC+2 timezone.
Leave plenty of time to make your ORD to SOF flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a peak time like July? School holidays and other popular periods can result in longer queues and delays at airport checkpoints. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Sofia Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Stopovers between ORD and SOF include:
Frankfurt am Main Airport
Rome Fiumicino Airport
Munich Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Sofia Airport (SOF)
At the moment, $295 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Sofia Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $710. Remember that fares may change due to demand when booking.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from ORD to SOF if you book in advance. Airlines often have some great early bird discounts.
Getting cheap flights from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Sofia Airport is easier if you're flexible with your travel plans. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the best prices across each month and land a great deal.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from ORD to SOF by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a lower fare pops up.
Tailor your flights using filters. Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Sofia Airport.
Handy information about Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
ORD is located at 10000 West O'Hare.
Of all flights departing from Chicago O'Hare International Airport, 70% touch down on time at their destination.
To get to Chicago O'Hare International Airport from central Chicago, it takes around 30 minutes by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 17 miles from the airport to the city center.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a journey time of around 45 minutes.
Get your trip off to a relaxed start by staying near ORD. Whether you have an early flight from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Sofia Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays are ideal:
Arriving at Sofia Airport (SOF)
If you're getting in on a late Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Sofia Airport flight, few things top the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing shortly after at one of these accommodation options near SOF:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Sofia Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from MEX, Surprice or NU Car Rentals and find adventure across Sofia and beyond.
To get the best deal, book your ride from Sofia Airport around one week before traveling.
Getting from Sofia Airport (SOF) to central Sofia
From Sofia Airport, Sofia is approximately 6 miles away. It takes around 25 minutes to reach the center driving.
If you're traveling by public transport, expect a journey of about 30 minutes.
When to fly to Sofia Airport (SOF)
August is the busiest month for flights from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Sofia Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, head to Sofia in March.
Book your flight from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Sofia Airport for August if you want to go to Sofia during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 55ºF and 90ºF.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from ORD to SOF in January. Average temperatures are between 12ºF and 45ºF then.
Explore more of Bulgaria
You've seen Sofia, now it's time to explore other parts of Bulgaria. Travel about 80 miles south-east to Plovdiv to check off its popular sights. From Plovdiv Roman Theatre to Municipal Institute "Ancient Plovdiv" and Museum Center for Contemporary History, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
If you want to check out another great destination in Bulgaria, head for Varna, roughly 240 miles east of Sofia. Sahara beach, Museum of Natural History and Sea Garden are key reasons to visit.
