Traveling from Sofia Airport (SOF) to Taipei: what you need to know
Taipei is 6 hours ahead of Sofia, where Sofia Airport is located. Taipei operates on the UTC+8 timezone.
For stress-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to board your flight from SOF to Taipei.
Traveling over a peak time like August? Public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to break up your trip — and possibly even explore a different city. When browsing flights from SOF to Taipei, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Popular options include:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Vienna International Airport (VIE)
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
You won't need a visa for Taiwan if you hold a passport from Bulgaria and are traveling for tourism purposes. Travel documentation and visa requirements are subject to change. So before organizing your cheap tickets from Sofia Airport to Taipei, check with your airline and your destination country's local consulate or embassy for up-to-date information.
Located around 11 kilometers from the center of Sofia, SOF can be reached in approximately 16 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The same journey by public transport takes roughly 37 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Sofia Airport to Taipei? Avoid rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these hotels close to SOF:
How to find the cheapest flights from Sofia Airport (SOF) to Taipei
The best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Sofia Airport to Taipei is $316. The cheapest price for a return flight is $856. Remember fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap tickets from SOF to Taipei, book early. Airlines tend to offer their best fares when flights are first made available.
Finding cheap tickets from Sofia Airport to Taipei is more likely if you can be flexible with your travel plans. Check out the 'Whole month' search function to see the lowest prices across every month and land a great deal.
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Airports in Taipei
Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE)
Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) to central Taipei is approximately 48 kilometers. It'll take you about 42 minutes to get to the center driving.
Traveling on public transport takes roughly 1 hour and 24 minutes.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Sofia Airport to Taipei. Book one of these accommodation options near TPE instead:
Taipei Songshan Airport (TSA)
The center of Taipei is about 6 kilometers from Taipei Songshan Airport (TSA). Once your flight from Sofia Airport to Taipei has landed and you've navigated your way to arrivals, the drive should take about 19 minutes.
You can expect the journey to take approximately 45 minutes on public transport.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and relax at a hotel near TSA. Here are a few options where you can take a load off after your flight from SOF to Taipei:
Best time to go to Taipei
It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from Sofia Airport to Taipei. August is the most popular month for a trip to Taipei. If you want a more peaceful vibe, go in April.
The warmest month in Taipei is July, with the temperature ranging between 25ºC and 32ºC. Book your flights from Sofia Airport to Taipei in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from SOF to Taipei in January when temperatures average between 10ºC and 19ºC.
More about Taipei
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the top stays in Taipei right here. Browse these options once you've locked in your flight from Sofia Airport to Taipei:
Taipei 101 and Chiang Kai-shek Memorial Hall are just a couple of the popular attractions to add to your Taipei itinerary. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Taipei Zoo.
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