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Flights from Sofia to Ankara
There are no direct flights from Sofia to Ankara. The easiest way is one stop via Istanbul or Antalya, about 3h 34m door to door.
No direct flights · 4 connection options From 3h 34m
Sofia to Ankara at a glance
Fastest journey3h 34mEstimated
Nonstop flightsNoneConnect via Istanbul or Antalya
Best ways to fly from Sofia to Ankara
Ranked by how easy the connection is: one airline or alliance first (bags and connection protected), then the quickest self-transfer options.
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SOF Antalya (AYT) ANK
Leg 1: Pegasus Airlines, SunExpress, Bulgaria Air · Leg 2: Pegasus Airlines
Connections are computed from flights actually flown over the last 8 weeks, with at least 45 minutes to change on one airline and 2 hours on separate tickets. Times are local. The search shows live itineraries and exact times.
Good to know
- Distance
- 853 km530 miles
- Journey time
- 3h 34mestimate
- Time difference
- +1hAnkara vs Sofia
- Currency in Ankara
- TRY
- Airports
- SOF → ESB
Flights from Sofia to Ankara: questions answered
Are there direct flights from Sofia to Ankara?
No. There is no nonstop service, so you will connect, most easily in Istanbul, Antalya and Bucharest. Some connections are on one airline or alliance, so your bags and connection are protected on a single ticket.
How long is the flight from Sofia to Ankara?
With one connection the journey usually takes around 3h 34m, depending on the layover. The straight-line distance is 853 km.
Where do you change planes between Sofia and Ankara?
The best connecting points are Istanbul (SAW), Antalya (AYT), Bucharest (OTP) and Izmir (ADB). Pegasus Airlines flies both legs via Istanbul, so you can book it as one ticket.
Which airports serve Sofia and Ankara?
Sofia: Sofia Airport (SOF). Ankara: Esenboğa International Airport (ESB).
What is the time difference between Sofia and Ankara?
Ankara is 1 hour ahead of Sofia.
