AEY
Akureyri
Iceland
3,597 km
2,235 miles
SOF
Sofia
Bulgaria
Distance
3,597 km
2,235 mi / 1,942 nm
Est. Flight Time
5h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
+2h
Atlantic/Reykjavik
Heading
115°
east southeast

Airport Comparison

AEY SOF
Airport Name Akureyri Airport Sofia Airport
IATA Code AEY SOF
ICAO Code BIAR LBSF
City Akureyri Sofia
Country Iceland Bulgaria
Timezone Atlantic/Reykjavik Europe/Sofia
Elevation 6 ft 1,742 ft
Coordinates 65.660000, -18.070000 42.700000, 23.410000

Akureyri (AEY) to Sofia (SOF) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Akureyri Airport (AEY) in Akureyri, Iceland to Sofia Airport (SOF) in Sofia, Bulgaria is 3,597 kilometers (2,235 miles / 1,942 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying east southeast at a heading of 115°.

This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.

This is an international route connecting Iceland with Bulgaria. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 08:26 in Akureyri, it's 10:26 in Sofia.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,736 feet between the two airports. Sofia Airport sits higher than Akureyri Airport.

The return flight from Sofia (SOF) to Akureyri (AEY) follows a heading of 329° (north northwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Akureyri Airport (AEY) and Sofia Airport (SOF) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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