AJK
Araak
Iran
2,479 km
1,541 miles
SOF
Sofia
Bulgaria
Distance
2,479 km
1,541 mi / 1,339 nm
Est. Flight Time
4h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
-1.5h
Asia/Tehran
Heading
300°
west northwest

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AJK SOF
Airport Name Arak Airport Sofia Airport
IATA Code AJK SOF
ICAO Code OIHR LBSF
City Araak Sofia
Country Iran Bulgaria
Timezone Asia/Tehran Europe/Sofia
Elevation 5,440 ft 1,742 ft
Coordinates 34.140000, 49.850000 42.700000, 23.410000

Araak (AJK) to Sofia (SOF) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Arak Airport (AJK) in Araak, Iran to Sofia Airport (SOF) in Sofia, Bulgaria is 2,479 kilometers (1,541 miles / 1,339 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying west northwest at a heading of 300°.

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 Iran with Bulgaria. It is an intercontinental flight between Asia and Europe. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 11:56 in Araak, it's 10:26 in Sofia.

There is a significant elevation difference of 3,698 feet between the two airports. Sofia Airport sits lower than Arak Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Sofia (SOF) to Araak (AJK) follows a heading of 104° (east southeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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

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