Travelling from Chania International Airport (CHQ) to Sofia Airport (SOF): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Chania International Airport to Sofia Airport is 1 hour 35 minutes.
Chania and Sofia are in the same timezone, UTC+2.
To ensure you get on your CHQ to SOF flight, leave plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
You can expect longer queues in popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures will give you ample time for security and boarding.
Ryanair offers direct flights from Chania International Airport to Sofia Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to tick off the sights in Sofia — and maybe even more of Bulgaria if time allows.
The airline that serves the most passengers on this route is Ryanair.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Chania International Airport to Sofia Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between CHQ and SOF:
Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport
Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport
Belgrad Nikola Tesla Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Chania International Airport (CHQ) to Sofia Airport (SOF)
Right now, C$35 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Chania International Airport to Sofia Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is C$74. Bear in mind that fares can change due to demand when booking.
Get cheap tickets from CHQ to SOF by booking at least seven months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for picking up a bargain.
Plan your trip for June. That's the cheapest month for flights from Chania International Airport to Sofia Airport. If you're flexible on when you fly, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest price across every month.
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Handy information about Chania International Airport (CHQ)
Chania International Airport earns top marks for on-time performance. 91.98% of flights that depart CHQ arrive at their destination on time.
To get to Chania International Airport from central Chania, it takes around 25 minutes if you're travelling by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 14 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Searching for a convenient hotel close to CHQ? If you're boarding an early flight from Chania International Airport to Sofia Airport, these stays will put you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Sofia Airport (SOF)
The last thing you want is a long trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Chania International Airport to Sofia Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near SOF instead:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Sofia Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from MEX, Surprice or NU Car Rentals to explore Sofia and beyond.
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your vehicle from Sofia Airport about one week before your trip.
Getting from Sofia Airport (SOF) to central Sofia
Sofia Airport to the centre of Sofia has a drive time of about 15 minutes. It's approximately 11 kilometres away.
It typically takes 35 minutes when travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Sofia Airport (SOF)
It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from Chania International Airport to Sofia Airport. August is the most popular month to visit Sofia. If you're after a more low-key vibe, go in April.
Before locking in your flight from Chania International Airport to Sofia Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Sofia, with the temperature ranging from 14ºC (57ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between -11ºC (12ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF). Look for cheap tickets from CHQ to SOF around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Bulgaria
Plovdiv is just one of the many cities in Bulgaria waiting to be explored after you've seen Sofia. Around 129 kilometres away to the south-east, its top attractions include Plovdiv Old Town, Plovdiv Roman Theatre and Archaelogical Complex Nebet Tepe.
Around 386 kilometres east of Sofia, Varna is another essential stop in Bulgaria. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Park Asparuhovo - Asparuhovo sea garden, Dormition of theotokos Cathedral and Sunset viewpoint (място за гледане на Залеза).