Flying from Sofia Airport (SOF) to Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK): what you need to know
Bangkok is five hours ahead of Sofia and observes the UTC+7 timezone.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your SOF to BKK flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.
During popular months like August, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight when you fly during a high season in general.
If you want to break up your flight, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Sofia Airport to Suvarnabhumi Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between SOF and BKK:
Hamad International Airport
Istanbul Ataturk Airport
Frankfurt Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Sofia Airport (SOF) to Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Sofia Airport to Suvarnabhumi Airport flight is R 4,939. A return ticket is currently R 11,134. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from SOF to BKK if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some terrific early bird rates.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Sofia Airport to Suvarnabhumi Airport across the month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your plans are flexible.
You won't have to check back in every day to see if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll send you an update the moment there's a change in price on cheap flights from SOF to BKK.
Find the ideal flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Sofia Airport to Suvarnabhumi Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by airline, departure and arrival times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Sofia Airport (SOF)
Of the departures from Sofia Airport, 66.73% land on schedule at their destination.
To reach Sofia Airport from central Sofia, it'll take around 15 minutes if you're going by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 11 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
You can expect a trip time of around 35 minutes when using public transport.
Get your holiday off to a hassle-free start by staying near SOF. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Sofia Airport to Suvarnabhumi Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are perfect:
Arriving at Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Sofia Airport to Suvarnabhumi Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near BKK instead:
Explore without limits with a Suvarnabhumi Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Chic Car Rent, asap car hire or Hertz and venture far and wide through Bangkok and beyond.
To get the best deal, book your ride from Suvarnabhumi Airport around four weeks before your trip.
Getting from Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) to central Bangkok
From Suvarnabhumi Airport, Bangkok is approximately 32 kilometres away. It takes around 35 minutes to reach the centre driving.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour 5 minutes.
When to fly to Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
July is the busiest month for flights from Sofia Airport to Suvarnabhumi Airport. To skip the crowds, go to Bangkok in April.
When reserving your flight from Sofia Airport to Suvarnabhumi Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. April is the warmest month in Bangkok, with temperatures ranging from 26ºC (79ºF) to 37ºC (99ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from SOF to BKK in December if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 19ºC (66ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF) on average.
Explore more of Thailand
You've visited Bangkok, now it's time to discover more of Thailand. Travel around 467 kilometres north-east to Udon Thani to check off its leading attractions. From Nong Prajak Public Park to Krom Luang Prachaksinlapakhom Monument and Chinesisches Tor, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Chon Buri is another sought-after destination in Thailand and is around 64 kilometres south-east of Bangkok. No journey is complete without seeing Wat Ton Son, Forest and Phra Phutthasihing Hall.