Traveling from Sofia Airport (SOF) to Incheon International Airport (ICN): what you need to know
Seoul is seven hours ahead of Sofia and is in the UTC+9 timezone.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your SOF to ICN flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
Traveling during a peak month such as August? School holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer queues at security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Sofia Airport to Incheon International Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or visit a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between SOF and ICN:
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How to find the cheapest flights from Sofia Airport (SOF) to Incheon International Airport (ICN)
Right now, $336 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Sofia Airport to Incheon International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $591. Remember that fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
It's usually smart to book ahead of time if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from SOF to ICN. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the cheapest price across the month when looking for a flight from Sofia Airport to Incheon International Airport.
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Handy information about Sofia Airport (SOF)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Sofia Airport, 66.73% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.
Sofia Airport is about 7 miles from central Sofia. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the center, it'll take 15 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The journey when using public transport typically takes 35 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Sofia Airport to Incheon International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels near SOF:
Arriving at Incheon International Airport (ICN)
If you're getting in on a late Sofia Airport to Incheon International Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these accommodation options near ICN:
Pick up an Incheon International Airport rental car and explore Seoul and beyond with your own set of wheels. WECAR, Hi Rent A Car and Alamo are popular outlets to choose from here.
Booking your ride from Incheon International Airport about four weeks in advance can help you get the best possible rate.
Getting from Incheon International Airport (ICN) to central Seoul
Incheon International Airport is roughly 30 miles from central Seoul. How long it'll take to get there in a cab or ride-share will depend on the time of day, so do a little research beforehand.
Getting to the center by public transport takes roughly 1 hour 45 minutes.
When to fly to Incheon International Airport (ICN)
July is the most popular month for flights from Sofia Airport to Incheon International Airport. For smaller crowds, visit Seoul in April.
The warmest month in Seoul is August, with temperatures ranging between 66ºF and 90ºF. Book your flights from Sofia Airport to Incheon International Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
If you like traveling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from SOF to ICN in January. Temperatures average between 10ºF and 39ºF then.
Explore more of South Korea
Busan is just one of the many cities in South Korea waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Seoul. Around 200 miles away to the south-east, its top attractions include Haeundae Beach, Gamcheon Culture Village and Beomeosa Temple.
If you're ready to explore another side of South Korea, consider Incheon, about 35 miles west of Seoul. Lawn Square of Incheon International Airport, Yeongjong Sky City No.23 Park and 스카이72 GC 바다코스 are among its highlights.