Question 1

What is the cheapest month to fly to Bulgaria?

Accepted Answer

The month of March is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Bulgaria from South Africa, with most prices found around R10 959. If you don’t want to visit Bulgaria in March, then you should wait until February to fly from South Africa, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of R11 198.

Question 2

Which airlines fly to Bulgaria?

Accepted Answer

Turkish Airlines, Qatar Airways and Lufthansa are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Bulgaria from South Africa according to our data. Turkish Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 43% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Bulgaria. Keep in mind that there are 7 different airlines that fly to Bulgaria on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

Question 3

How far in advance should I book a flight to Bulgaria?

Accepted Answer

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Bulgaria from South Africa when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Bulgaria for around R12 726 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Bulgaria from South Africa for as low as R11 794 on momondo.

Question 4

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Bulgaria?

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According to our data, Wednesday is the cheapest day to fly to Bulgaria from South Africa. The lowest ticket price found for a Wednesday departure recently was R12 440. Keep in mind that prices can always vary depending on your route and whether or not you are flying domestic or international. When flying out on a Saturday, the most expensive travel day of the week, you can expect to see flight prices from South Africa to Bulgaria for around R14 338.

Question 5

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Bulgaria?

Accepted Answer

At midday is the cheapest time of day to fly from South Africa to Bulgaria when you can find flight prices for as low as R12 541. Flying to Bulgaria at midday is an ideal time because this is during off-peak travel hours. Flights in the evening are often more expensive, with an average ticket price of R13 105.

Question 6

Can stopping save me money on South Africa to Bulgaria flights?

Accepted Answer

You could potentially save up to 5% on your flight if you consider stops on a South Africa to Bulgaria flight.

Question 7

When did momondo last update prices for flights from South Africa to Bulgaria?

Accepted Answer

Prices for flights from South Africa to Bulgaria are updated daily.

Question 8

How many operators does momondo search for flights from South Africa to Bulgaria?

Accepted Answer

As of December 2025, there are 2 operators available to choose from for flights from South Africa to Bulgaria.

Question 9

How old do you have to be to fly from South Africa to Bulgaria?

Accepted Answer

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and stopovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from South Africa to Bulgaria.

Question 10

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Bulgaria?

Accepted Answer

The travel and health documents required for your trip to Bulgaria can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s licence, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Bulgaria. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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SWISS	PriceFrom R7 868	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,5 1 808 reviews	Search SWISS flights
Lufthansa	PriceFrom R8 039	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,8 7 619 reviews	Search Lufthansa flights
Austrian Airlines	PriceFrom R9 570	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,6 879 reviews	Search Austrian Airlines flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom R10 490	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 3 676 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
Air France	PriceFrom R10 762	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 1 502 reviews	Search Air France flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom R10 782	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,3 4 087 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
Emirates	PriceFrom R13 517	Free Cancellation	Rating 8,1 3 433 reviews	Search Emirates flights

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