Traveling from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport (CCU) to Sofia Airport (SOF): what you need to know
The timezone in Sofia is UTC+2, which is three hours 30 minutes behind Kolkata.
To ensure you catch your CCU to SOF flight, leave plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
During popular months like July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights when you fly during a high season in general.
Choose a stopover if you want to break up your flight. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to look at all your options for tickets from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport to Sofia Airport. Hamad International Airport is a popular stopover on the CCU to SOF route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport (CCU) to Sofia Airport (SOF)
Right now, $425 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport to Sofia Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $696. Remember that fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from CCU to SOF if you book in advance. Airlines often have some great early bird rates.
Finding cheap flights from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport to Sofia Airport is easy if you can be flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' function to see the lowest fares across the month and land a great deal.
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Handy information about Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport (CCU)
Of all flights leaving Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport, 75.9% land on time at their destination.
Central Kolkata to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport is around 10 miles. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 40 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
Taking public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 55 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel close to CCU? If you're boarding an early flight from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport to Sofia Airport, these stays will put you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Sofia Airport (SOF)
Book a hotel near SOF if you're on a late Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport to Sofia Airport flight. Choose one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Sofia Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from MEX, Surprice or NU Car Rentals to explore Sofia and beyond.
Lock in the lowest price by booking your vehicle from Sofia Airport about one week before your travel date.
Getting from Sofia Airport (SOF) to central Sofia
Sofia Airport to central Sofia has a drive time of about 15 minutes. It's approximately 7 miles away.
It'll take around 35 minutes when traveling by public transport.
When to fly to Sofia Airport (SOF)
The quietest month for a flight from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport to Sofia Airport is April, while August is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to go to Sofia based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
Book your flight from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport to Sofia Airport for August if you'd like to explore Sofia during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 57ºF and 86ºF.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from CCU to SOF in January. Average temperatures are between 12ºF and 45ºF then.
Explore more of Bulgaria
You've seen Sofia, now it's time to explore other parts of Bulgaria. Travel about 80 miles south-east to Plovdiv to tick off its top attractions. From Plovdiv Old Town to Plovdiv Roman Theatre and Archaelogical Complex Nebet Tepe, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
If you're ready to explore another side of Bulgaria, head for Varna, about 240 miles east of Sofia. Park Asparuhovo - Asparuhovo sea garden, Dormition of theotokos Cathedral and Sunset viewpoint (място за гледане на Залеза) are key highlights.
