Travelling from Sofia Airport (SOF) to Chicago: what you need to know
Sofia Airport is located in Sofia. Based in the UTC-6 timezone, Chicago is eight hours behind Sofia.
Leave enough time to get on your SOF to Chicago flight. It's generally best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Be prepared for longer lines in popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
We make it simple to book plane tickets from SOF to Chicago with a stopover. To see your options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, select a flight with a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Major stopovers include:
Zurich Airport (ZRH)
Dublin Airport (DUB)
Warsaw Chopin Airport (WAW)
SOF is around 6 kilometres from central Sofia. If you're catching a taxi, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're taking public transport, expect the trip time to be around 30 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Sofia Airport to Chicago? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these hotels near SOF:
Of all flights leaving Sofia Airport, 77% touch down on time at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Sofia Airport (SOF) to Chicago
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Sofia Airport to Chicago flight is ر.ق. 1,329. The cheapest price for a return flight is ر.ق. 2,550. Keep in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap flights from SOF to Chicago, book in advance. Airlines usually offer lower fares when flights first go on sale.
If you have flexibility with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the cheapest price across every month when searching for a Sofia Airport to Chicago ticket.
There's no need to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as there's an even better deal on cheap flights from SOF to Chicago.
Select your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with our filters. Then, sort the results for your flight from Sofia Airport to Chicago by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best.'
Airports in Chicago
Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to the centre of Chicago takes around 30 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 27 kilometres away.
It typically takes 45 minutes to get there by public transport.
If you have a late flight from Sofia Airport to Chicago, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these hotels near ORD:
Reserving your vehicle from Chicago O'Hare International Airport around four weeks before your flight from SOF to Chicago can help you get the best possible rate.
The address for ORD is 10000 West O'Hare.
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) is around 16 kilometres from the centre of Chicago. After your flight from Sofia Airport to Chicago, it'll take you around 25 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a taxi or ride-share.
The trip will take about 30 minutes on public transport.
After stepping off your SOF to Chicago flight, tuck yourself in at a hotel close to MDW. These are some comfortable options that'll help you get into relaxation mode:
Snap up the best price by reserving your ride from MDW four weeks ahead of time. You can also expect to have a greater range of vehicles.
Chicago Midway International Airport can be found at 5700 South Cicero.
Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD)
Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD) is around 145 kilometres from central Chicago. It takes about 1 hour 40 minutes to reach the city centre by taxi or ride-share once you've stepped off your flight from Sofia Airport to Chicago.
The journey takes roughly 2 hours on public transport.
If you don't want to make the trip into the centre, choose a hotel close to RFD. Get comfortable at one of these options after your SOF to Chicago flight:
Booking at least a few weeks in advance of your flight from Sofia Airport to Chicago is a smart move. Along with better deals, you'll get a better selection of vehicle makes and models at RFD.
Chicago Rockford International Airport is located at 2 Airport Cir.
Best time to go to Chicago
January is the quietest month for flights from Sofia Airport to Chicago, while July is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to go to Chicago based on whether you want a lively atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Chicago is July, with temperatures ranging between 16ºC and 28ºC. Book your Sofia Airport to Chicago plane ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
Look for cheap tickets from SOF to Chicago in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -12ºC and 3ºC on average.
More about Chicago
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Chicago right here. Browse these hotels after locking in your flight from Sofia Airport to Chicago:
Every great journey has to include some sightseeing. Art Institute of Chicago, Millennium Park and Willis Tower are essential stops on your Chicago itinerary.
Explore more of the United States
Chicago is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of the United States you should also see. Around 451 kilometres southeast of Chicago, a trip to Columbus will keep your itinerary busy. Start with leading sights like Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens, Whetstone Park / Park of Roses and Ohio Theatre.
If you want to check out another great destination in the United States, consider Indianapolis, roughly 257 kilometres southeast of Chicago. Lucas Oil Stadium, Eiteljorg Museum and The Children's Museum of Indianapolis are the start of reasons to visit.
