The flight distance from Alexander Bay Airport (ALJ) in Alexander Bay, South Africa to Sofia Airport (SOF) in Sofia, Bulgaria is 7,956 kilometers (4,944 miles / 4,296 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying north at a heading of 5°.

This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.

This is an international route connecting South Africa with Bulgaria. It is an intercontinental flight between Africa and Europe. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 06:42 in Alexander Bay, it's 06:42 in Sofia.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,644 feet between the two airports. Sofia Airport sits higher than Alexander Bay Airport.

The return flight from Sofia (SOF) to Alexander Bay (ALJ) follows a heading of 186° (south). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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