Traveling from Sofia Airport (SOF) to Chania International Airport (CHQ): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Sofia Airport to Chania International Airport is 1 hour 30 minutes.
Sofia and Chania are both in the UTC+2 timezone. This means there's no time difference to consider.
Your SOF to CHQ flight won't wait if you're late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're traveling internationally.
You can expect bigger queues during popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
Ryanair offers direct flights from Sofia Airport to Chania International Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to see the sights in Chania — and maybe even more of Greece if time allows.
The airline that tops the list for bookings on this route is Ryanair.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Sofia Airport to Chania International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to visit the city of your choice. Worthwhile stopovers between SOF and CHQ include:
Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport
Belgrad Nikola Tesla Airport
Guglielmo Marconi Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Sofia Airport (SOF) to Chania International Airport (CHQ)
Currently, AED 97 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Sofia Airport to Chania International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is AED 246. Bear in mind that fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Book seven months before traveling. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from SOF to CHQ.
June is the cheapest month for flights from Sofia Airport to Chania International Airport. If you need to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares for each month.
You won't have to check every day to find out if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll update you as soon as there's a new deal on cheap flights from SOF to CHQ.
Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Sofia Airport to Chania International Airport.
Handy information about Sofia Airport (SOF)
When it comes to Sofia Airport's on-time performance, 66.73% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
Central Sofia to Sofia Airport is around 11 kilometers. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 15 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
You can expect a journey time of about 35 minutes on public transport.
Get your vacation off to a hassle-free start by staying near SOF. Whether you're taking an early flight from Sofia Airport to Chania International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays are ideal:
Arriving at Chania International Airport (CHQ)
Reserve a hotel close to CHQ if you're on a late Sofia Airport to Chania International Airport flight. Settle into one of these options and make your arrival easier:
Grab a Chania International Airport rental car and explore Chania and beyond with your own wheels. Abbycar, Carwiz and Centauro are leading providers to choose from here.
Lock in the lowest price by booking your vehicle from Chania International Airport about four weeks before your trip.
Getting from Chania International Airport (CHQ) to central Chania
Chania International Airport to the center of Chania has a drive time of around 25 minutes. It's approximately 14 kilometers away.
When to fly to Chania International Airport (CHQ)
The quietest month for a flight from Sofia Airport to Chania International Airport is January, while July is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to visit Chania based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
The warmest month in Chania is July, with the temperature ranging between 20ºC (68ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF). Lock in your flights from Sofia Airport to Chania International Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from SOF to CHQ in January. Average temperatures are between 7ºC (45ºF) and 15ºC (59ºF) then.
Explore more of Greece
Athens is just one of the many places in Greece waiting to be explored after you've seen Chania. Around 274 kilometers away to the north, popular attractions include Museum of the Center for the Acropolis Studies, Acropolis of Athens and The Parthenon.
If you're interested in discovering another major destination in Greece, head for Larisa, about 483 kilometers north of Chania. Agioi Saranta, Saint George Orthodox Church and Second Ancient Theatre are the start of reasons to visit.