Flying from Chania International Airport (CHQ) to Sofia Airport (SOF): what you need to know
Expect to be airborne for around 1 hour 35 minutes. On average, that's the duration of a direct flight from Chania International Airport to Sofia Airport. Sofia and Chania share the same timezone — UTC+2.
During popular months such as July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.
If you want to break up your flight from Chania International Airport to Sofia Airport, add a stopover to your trip. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' and find a destination that catches your eye. The top stopovers on the CHQ - SOF route include:
Belgrad Nikola Tesla Airport
Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport
Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport
Before organising your cheap ticket from CHQ to SOF, check if you need a visa to enter Bulgaria. Travel document and visa requirements can differ and are updated frequently. To get the latest information, contact the nearest consulate or embassy of your destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chania International Airport (CHQ) to Sofia Airport (SOF)
RM133 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Chania International Airport to Sofia Airport. A return flight starts at RM267. These prices may change depending on demand.
To score cheap tickets from CHQ to SOF, book your trip 10 months before your departure date.
Schedule your trip for June. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Chania International Airport to Sofia Airport. If you're flexible on when you fly, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across each month.
Set up a Price Alert for cheap tickets from CHQ to SOF. There's no need to check every day to see whether prices have fallen. We'll tell you when there's a change in price.
Use filters to tailor your flights from Chania International Airport to Sofia Airport. Simply enter your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals.
Handy information about Chania International Airport (CHQ)
Chania International Airport is about 14 kilometres from central Chania. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 24 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Catching an early flight from Chania International Airport to Sofia Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these stays close to CHQ:
Arriving at Sofia Airport (SOF)
If you're arriving on a late flight from Chania International Airport to Sofia Airport, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these options near SOF:
Getting from Sofia Airport (SOF) to central Sofia
Sofia Airport to central Sofia is about 16 minutes in a car. It's approximately 11 kilometres away. Discover what options are available, such as car rentals, cabs or ride-sharing services.
It typically takes 37 minutes when travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Sofia Airport (SOF)
It's time to choose your trip dates for your flight from Chania International Airport to Sofia Airport. August is the most popular month to visit Sofia. If you like a more peaceful vibe, go in April.
Before locking in your flight from Chania International Airport to Sofia Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Sofia, with temperatures ranging from 14ºC to 30ºC.
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from CHQ to SOF in January. Temperatures average between -11ºC and 7ºC then.
More about Sofia
After locking in your flights from CHQ to SOF, you'll want to find a place to stay in Sofia. Make one of these options your base for exploring this city:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be hard to figure out where to begin. National Palace of Culture, Boyana Church and City Garden are leading attractions which should feature on any well-planned Sofia itinerary.
Complete your Sofia trip with hotels and a car rental
You've got your cheap ticket to Sofia Airport — now it's time to find a great stay, and perhaps even a set of wheels. We've compared prices across hundreds of companies to bring you the top hotels and car rental deals in Sofia.