ASM
Asmara
Eritrea
3,387 km
2,105 miles
SOF
Sofia
Bulgaria
Distance
3,387 km
2,105 mi / 1,829 nm
Est. Flight Time
5h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
-1h
Africa/Asmara
Heading
337°
north northwest

Airport Comparison

ASM SOF
Airport Name Asmara International Airport Sofia Airport
IATA Code ASM SOF
ICAO Code HHAS LBSF
City Asmara Sofia
Country Eritrea Bulgaria
Timezone Africa/Asmara Europe/Sofia
Elevation 7,661 ft 1,742 ft
Coordinates 15.290000, 38.910000 42.700000, 23.410000

Asmara (ASM) to Sofia (SOF) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Asmara International Airport (ASM) in Asmara, Eritrea to Sofia Airport (SOF) in Sofia, Bulgaria is 3,387 kilometers (2,105 miles / 1,829 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying north northwest at a heading of 337°.

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 Eritrea 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 16:15 in Asmara, it's 15:15 in Sofia.

There is a significant elevation difference of 5,919 feet between the two airports. Sofia Airport sits lower than Asmara International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Sofia (SOF) to Asmara (ASM) follows a heading of 149° (south 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 Asmara International Airport (ASM) and Sofia Airport (SOF) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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