Cheap flights from Sofia to Bhubaneshwar (SOF to BBI)

Nandankanan Zoological Park is a 400-hectare (990-acre) zoo and botanical garden in Bhubaneswar, Odisha, India. Established in 1960, it was opened to the public in 1979 and became the first zoo in India to join World Association of Zoos and Aquariums (WAZA) in 2009. It also contains a botanical garden and part of it has been declared a sanctuary. Nandankanan, literally meaning The Garden of Heaven,[1] is located near the capital city, Bhubaneswar, in the environs of the Chandaka forest, and includes the 134-acre (54 ha) Kanjia lake.

A major upgrade was done in 2000 (after the damage caused by the super-cyclone of 1999 in coastal Odisha). More than 3.3 million visitors visit Nandankanan every year.

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Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from SOF to BBI last minute?

Booking your trip from Sofia Airport (SOF) to Biju Patnaik Airport at the last minute could save you some dough if you get lucky and find an epic deal. However, fares usually don’t drop in price as the date of departure nears. If you procrastinate, flights could also be booked solid or the best seats taken (we hope you like the middle seat!). If you want to be on the safe side, book well ahead of the date you want to leave. In fact, you can find some of the biggest deals up to 12 months in advance. If your favorite carrier hasn’t released its fares yet, check back regularly as deals are constantly updated on Expedia.

What airports do you fly into for Bhubaneshwar from Sofia?

Fly from Sofia to Bhubaneshwar and you’ll arrive at Biju Patnaik Airport (BBI). This terminal is around 3 mi south of the heart of Bhubaneshwar. Begin your urban getaway by visiting KIIT University and Lingaraj Temple, just two of Bhubaneshwar’s unmissable attractions.

Can I change the date of my flight from Sofia Intl. Airport to Biju Patnaik Airport (BBI)?

Expedia makes it a breeze to make amendments to your Sofia Airport (SOF) to BBI trip yourself. Simply log in to the Expedia Trips portal and choose “change flight.” Search for new flights and lock in the one that better fits your plans. You’ll get an estimate of your flight change cost, if applicable. You can also head to our Customer Service portal to connect with our Virtual Agent and quickly get answers to all your questions.

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Origin airport	Sofia
Destination airport	Biju Patnaik
Distance	3893 mi

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The cheapest times to fly from Sofia to Bhubaneshwar

On average, Thursday can be the cheapest time to fly, according to data from the Airlines Reporting Corporation (ARC), one of the world's biggest databases for global airline sales. The data reveals that you could save up to 16% by flying on a Thursday—the cheapest day to travel on average—instead of a Sunday—the most expensive. Some of the most affordable flights from Sofia to Bhubaneshwar are during the month of . You can find some of the cheapest flights from Sofia to Bhubaneshwar with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

The best time to book a flight from Sofia to Bhubaneshwar

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from Sofia to Bhubaneshwar: Tickets reserved on a Sunday cost between 6% and 13% less than those reserved on a Friday, according to ARC data. The data also suggests booking early can also lead to cheaper airfares. You could save 24% by buying your tickets for domestic flights at least a month in advance and 10% by booking international flights 2 months in advance.

How to find cheap round-trip tickets from Sofia to Bhubaneshwar

Being flexible with your dates and using Expedia's Price Drop Protection and Price Tracking features are some of the best ways of finding a cheap ticket from Sofia to Bhubaneshwar in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from one-way. Expedia also offers Price Drop Protection, so if the cost of your airfare goes down after booking, you'll receive a credit for the difference*. This is available for a small fee, and is free to One Key Gold and Platinum tier members.

Expedia's Price Tracking feature means you can stay on top of airfares without manually checking every day. It sends you automated price alerts for cheap Sofia to Bhubaneshwar flights and uses historical data to indicate when the best time to book is. Download Expedia's free app to activate this handy tool in a few easy taps.

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Disclaimer: ARC The statistics are based on average round-trip ticket prices between January and August 2023. The percentages you see are averages.

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