Flying from Sofia Airport (SOF) to Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX): what you need to know
Chiang Mai's timezone is UTC+7, which makes Chiang Mai five hours ahead of Sofia.
Leave plenty of time to catch your SOF to CNX flight. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You can expect longer lines during popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
How to find the cheapest flights from Sofia Airport (SOF) to Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Sofia Airport to Chiang Mai International Airport flight is $1,063. A return ticket right now is $2,086. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from SOF to CNX if you book early. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird deals.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Sofia Airport to Chiang Mai International Airport across every month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your trip dates are flexible.
Finding cheap flights from SOF to CNX is a piece of cake with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch as soon as a new discounted fare appears.
Find the perfect flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Sofia Airport to Chiang Mai International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by departure and arrival times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about Sofia Airport (SOF)
Of the departures from Sofia Airport, 66.73% land on time at their destination.
Central Sofia to Sofia Airport is around 11 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 15 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
Expect a trip time of roughly 35 minutes on public transport.
Searching for a handy hotel near SOF? If you've booked an early flight from Sofia Airport to Chiang Mai International Airport, these stays will put you moments from check-in:
Arriving at Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX)
Book a hotel near CNX if you're catching a late Sofia Airport to Chiang Mai International Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Chiang Mai International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Chic Car Rent, asap car hire or Hertz and explore beyond Chiang Mai's main sights.
To lock in the lowest price, book your vehicle from Chiang Mai International Airport around two weeks before travelling.
Getting from Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX) to central Chiang Mai
Chiang Mai International Airport is roughly 5 kilometres from central Chiang Mai. The drive time takes about 10 minutes.
Getting there by public transport takes about 25 minutes.
When to fly to Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX)
It's time to plan your dates for your flight from Sofia Airport to Chiang Mai International Airport. August is the most popular month to head to Chiang Mai. If you want a more laid-back vibe, go in February.
When reserving your flight from Sofia Airport to Chiang Mai International Airport, think about the type of weather you like. April is the warmest month in Chiang Mai, with the temperature ranging from 22ºC to 42ºC.
January has average temperatures of between 12ºC and 31ºC. Search for cheap tickets from SOF to CNX sometime around then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Thailand
Udon Thani is just one of the many places in Thailand waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Chiang Mai. Around 434 kilometres away to the east, well-known attractions include Nong Prajak Public Park, Krom Luang Prachaksinlapakhom Monument and Chinesisches Tor.
Lampang is another favourite destination in Thailand and is around 80 kilometres south-east of Chiang Mai. No trip is complete without experiencing Baan Sao Nak, Ratsadapisek Bridge and Horse-Drawn Carriage.