BCN
Barcelona
Spain
1,765 km
1,097 miles
SOF
Sofia
Bulgaria
Distance
1,765 km
1,097 mi / 953 nm
Est. Flight Time
3h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
+1h
Europe/Madrid
Heading
78°
east northeast

Airport Comparison

BCN SOF
Airport Name Barcelona International Airport Sofia Airport
IATA Code BCN SOF
ICAO Code LEBL LBSF
City Barcelona Sofia
Country Spain Bulgaria
Timezone Europe/Madrid Europe/Sofia
Elevation 12 ft 1,742 ft
Coordinates 41.300000, 2.080000 42.700000, 23.410000

Barcelona (BCN) to Sofia (SOF) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Barcelona International Airport (BCN) in Barcelona, Spain to Sofia Airport (SOF) in Sofia, Bulgaria is 1,765 kilometers (1,097 miles / 953 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 3h, flying east northeast at a heading of 78°.

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 Spain with Bulgaria. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 06:56 in Barcelona, it's 07:56 in Sofia.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,730 feet between the two airports. Sofia Airport sits higher than Barcelona International Airport.

The return flight from Sofia (SOF) to Barcelona (BCN) follows a heading of 272° (west). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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

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