Travelling from Sofia Airport (SOF) to Beijing: what you need to know
Beijing is six hours ahead of Sofia, where Sofia Airport is located. Beijing follows the UTC+8 timezone.
For hassle-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to board your SOF to Beijing flight.
Planning to travel during a peak period like school or public holidays? Expect longer queues at check-in and security. For peace of mind, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Think about adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper plane ticket from SOF to Beijing. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' during your search. Take a detour (and maybe pocket some savings) by stopping at one of these connecting airports:
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Located around 6 kilometres from central Sofia, SOF can be reached in about 15 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport will take roughly 35 minutes.
Looking for a hotel close to SOF? If you've booked an early flight from Sofia Airport to Beijing, these stays will put you moments from your departure gate:
66.73% of flights that depart Sofia Airport reach their destination on schedule.
How to find the cheapest flights from Sofia Airport (SOF) to Beijing
282 € is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Sofia Airport to Beijing flight. A round-trip ticket right now is 539 €. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares could change.
Booking early is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from SOF to Beijing. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the nearer you get to departure, the more you'll likely spend.
Landing cheap tickets from Sofia Airport to Beijing is more likely if you can be flexible with your trip dates. Try using the 'Whole month' search tool to get the best prices across each month and walk away with a fantastic deal.
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Airports in Beijing
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) is around 31 kilometres from central Beijing. If you're grabbing a cab or a ride-share, the drive will take roughly 40 minutes.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Sofia Airport to Beijing, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these hotels near PEK:
Venture beyond Beijing and discover places that aren't on most itineraries with your own wheels. You can pick up a Beijing Capital International Airport rental car from Hertz.
Reserve your vehicle from Beijing Capital International Airport several weeks ahead of your flight from SOF to Beijing. If you're planning to travel during a peak period, book even earlier to get the lowest price.
The address for PEK is Capital Airport Rd.
Daxing International Airport (PKX)
Daxing International Airport (PKX) is roughly 56 kilometres from the centre of Beijing. Following your flight from Sofia Airport to Beijing, it'll take you around 1 hour 5 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and rest at a hotel near PKX. Here are a few options where you can tuck yourself in after your SOF to Beijing flight:
Best time to go to Beijing
Visit Beijing during high season if you want a busy atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices may be higher. Alternatively, book flights from Sofia Airport to Beijing during low season when prices are cheaper and it's less crowded.
Lock in a Sofia Airport to Beijing plane ticket with a departure in July to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 21ºC (70ºF) to 35ºC (95ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from SOF to Beijing in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -11ºC (12ºF) and 3ºC (37ºF) on average.
More about Beijing
Start your Beijing trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Sofia Airport to Beijing, explore our range of hotels including:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be tricky to work out where to begin. Temple of Heaven, Forbidden City and Tiananmen Square are top sights which should feature on any good Beijing itinerary.
Explore more of China
Beijing has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of China waiting to be discovered. About 113 kilometres south-east of Beijing, a visit to Tianjin will keep your itinerary busy. Start with leading attractions like Porcelain house, Haihe River and Italian Style Town.
If you're ready to explore another major stop in China, consider Tai'an, about 418 kilometres south of Beijing. Sanyi Cypress, Xixi Stone Pavilion and Qiuxian Cave are among the biggest draws.