Travelling from Sofia Airport (SOF) to Chennai Airport (MAA): what you need to know
Chennai's timezone is UTC+5:30, making Chennai three hours 30 minutes ahead of Sofia.
Leave plenty of time to make your SOF to MAA flight. As a general rule, turn up two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a peak time such as August? School holidays and other popular seasons can result in longer lines at airport checkpoints. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Sofia Airport to Chennai Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to visit your chosen city. Stopovers between SOF and MAA include:
Dubai Airport
Hamad International Airport
Frankfurt Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Sofia Airport (SOF) to Chennai Airport (MAA)
Right now, £156 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Sofia Airport to Chennai Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is £347. Keep in mind that fares can change due to demand when booking.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from SOF to MAA if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird discounts.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the lowest price across the month when searching for a flight from Sofia Airport to Chennai Airport.
Snapping up cheap flights from SOF to MAA is easy with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know as soon as a lower fare pops up.
Discover the right flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Sofia Airport to Chennai Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by airline, arrival and departure times, and journey duration.
Handy information about Sofia Airport (SOF)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Sofia Airport, data shows 66.73% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Central Sofia to Sofia Airport is approximately 7 miles. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 15 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
The journey on public transport typically takes 35 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Sofia Airport to Chennai Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays near SOF:
Arriving at Chennai Airport (MAA)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Sofia Airport to Chennai Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near MAA instead:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Chennai Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Avis, Europcar or North Car Hire and explore beyond Chennai's usual tourist stops.
To secure the lowest price, book your vehicle from Chennai Airport about three weeks before your trip.
Getting from Chennai Airport (MAA) to central Chennai
Chennai Airport to central Chennai has a drive time of around 45 minutes. It's approximately 12 miles away.
It takes roughly 50 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Chennai Airport (MAA)
The quietest month for a flight from Sofia Airport to Chennai Airport is April, while July is the busiest. Pick the best time to go to Chennai based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
Lock in your flight from Sofia Airport to Chennai Airport for May if you'd like to visit Chennai during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 28ºC (82ºF) and 37ºC (99ºF).
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from SOF to MAA in January. Average temperatures are between 21ºC (70ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF) then.
Explore more of India
Chennai has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of India waiting to be discovered. About 180 miles west of Chennai, a trip to Bengaluru will keep you on the go. Start with leading sights like Bangalore Palace, Cubbon Park and ISKCON Temple Bangalore.
Coimbatore is another must-experience destination in India and is around 270 miles south-west of Chennai. No journey is complete without a visit to Marudamalai Temple, Perur Pateeswarar Temple and Vellingiri Hill Temple.
