Flying from Sofia Airport (SOF) to Bangkok: what you need to know
The timezone in Bangkok is UTC+7. The city is 5 hours ahead of Sofia, where Sofia Airport is located.
Leave enough time to make your flight from SOF to Bangkok. As a general rule, turn up two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like August, it's wise to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're travelling during peak periods in general.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight from SOF to Bangkok with a stopover. To see all your options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to see the sights of the city of your choice. Popular stopovers include:
Hamad International Airport (DOH)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
When travelling to Thailand for tourism purposes, you will require an e-visa if you hold a passport from Bulgaria. However, visa rules can change and other documentation may be needed depending on the duration and purpose of your visit. Always check the most up-to-date guidelines before reserving your cheap ticket from Sofia Airport to Bangkok.
Located around 11 kilometres from central Sofia, SOF can be reached in approximately 16 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The same journey on public transport will take roughly 37 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel near SOF? If you're catching an early flight from Sofia Airport to Bangkok, these stays will put you moments from check-in:
How to find the cheapest flights from Sofia Airport (SOF) to Bangkok
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Sofia Airport to Bangkok is $494. The cheapest price for a return flight is $1,030. Keep in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from SOF to Bangkok if you book early. Airlines often have some excellent early bird rates.
Getting cheap tickets from Sofia Airport to Bangkok is more likely if you're flexible with your travel plans. Check out the 'Whole month' function to see the lowest fares across the month and bag a great deal.
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Airports in Bangkok
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) to central Bangkok is roughly 32 kilometres. It takes around 35 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Getting to the centre on public transport typically takes 1 hour and 6 minutes.
Consider booking a hotel near BKK if you're taking a late flight from Sofia Airport to Bangkok. Choose one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Don Mueang International Airport (DMK)
Once your flight from Sofia Airport to Bangkok has landed, you can make your way to the city centre in about 30 minutes by car. Central Bangkok is approximately 27 kilometres from Don Mueang International Airport (DMK).
Travelling by public transport will take about 1 hour and 5 minutes.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and unwind at a hotel close to DMK. Here are a few options where you can take a load off after your flight from SOF to Bangkok:
Best time to go to Bangkok
July is the busiest month to board a flight from Sofia Airport to Bangkok while April is the quietest. To work out the best time to visit Bangkok, consider the pace you prefer to travel at.
Book your flight from Sofia Airport to Bangkok for April to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 26ºC to 37ºC.
Look for cheap flights from SOF to Bangkok in December if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 19ºC and 33ºC on average.
More about Bangkok
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Bangkok right here. Explore these hotels once you've locked in your flight from Sofia Airport to Bangkok:
Every great journey has to include a little sightseeing. Grand Palace, Wat Arun and Wat Phra Kaew are must-visits when exploring Bangkok.
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