PHUKET, 9 November 2026: GullivAir launched its first scheduled nonstop flight from Sofia to Phuket last week, introducing the Thailand service to its 2026/2027 winter timetable.
G2701, the inaugural flight on the Sofia-Phuket route, departed from Sofia’s Vasil Levski Airport at 1620 on 5 November with 218 passengers on board and arrived at Phuket International Airport at 0655 on 6 November.
The flight was operated by an Airbus A330-200 aircraft with 326 seats, providing a direct air connection between the Bulgarian capital and one of Southeast Asia’s most popular holiday destinations. Flight time is eight hours and 40 minutes
To mark the start of the winter flight programme, the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) greeted GullivAir passengers and crew upon arrival and presented them with souvenir gifts as a gesture of Thai hospitality.
The initiative highlights the importance of direct air connectivity in strengthening tourism exchanges between Bulgaria and Thailand and creating new travel opportunities between the two countries.
Throughout the 2026/2027 winter season, GullivAir will operate weekly direct flights between Sofia and Phuket, departing Bulgaria on Thursdays and returning to Sofia on Sundays.
Flight schedule
G2701 departs Sofia (SOF) at 1620 on Thursday and arrives in Phuket (HKT) at 0600 (plus a day).
G2702 departs Phuket (HKT) at 2305 on Sunday and arrives in Sofia (SOF) at 0500 (plus a day).
Phuket is known for its tropical beaches, cultural heritage, diverse cuisine and wide range of marine and adventure activities. The island also serves as a gateway to other popular destinations in southern Thailand such as Krabi, Phang Nga and Ko Lak.
The Phuket service forms part of GullivAir’s continued development of its long-haul network, expanding travel opportunities between Bulgaria, Asia and the Indian Ocean.
Alongside expanding its route network, GullivAir is working to integrate its systems with Amadeus, a global distribution system.
(Source: GullivAir)
