AZI
Abu Dhabi
United Arab Emirates
3,489 km
2,168 miles
SOF
Sofia
Bulgaria
Distance
3,489 km
2,168 mi / 1,884 nm
Est. Flight Time
5h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
-2h
Asia/Dubai
Heading
313°
northwest

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AZI SOF
Airport Name Al Bateen Executive Airport Sofia Airport
IATA Code AZI SOF
ICAO Code OMAD LBSF
City Abu Dhabi Sofia
Country United Arab Emirates Bulgaria
Timezone Asia/Dubai Europe/Sofia
Elevation 16 ft 1,742 ft
Coordinates 24.430000, 54.460000 42.700000, 23.410000

Abu Dhabi (AZI) to Sofia (SOF) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Al Bateen Executive Airport (AZI) in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates to Sofia Airport (SOF) in Sofia, Bulgaria is 3,489 kilometers (2,168 miles / 1,884 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying northwest at a heading of 313°.

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 United Arab Emirates 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 17:22 in Abu Dhabi, it's 15:22 in Sofia.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,726 feet between the two airports. Sofia Airport sits higher than Al Bateen Executive Airport.

The return flight from Sofia (SOF) to Abu Dhabi (AZI) follows a heading of 116° (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 Al Bateen Executive Airport (AZI) and Sofia Airport (SOF) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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