BGW
Baghdad
Iraq
2,097 km
1,303 miles
SOF
Sofia
Bulgaria
Distance
2,097 km
1,303 mi / 1,132 nm
Est. Flight Time
3h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
-1h
Asia/Baghdad
Heading
306°
northwest

Airport Comparison

BGW SOF
Airport Name Baghdad International Airport Sofia Airport
IATA Code BGW SOF
ICAO Code ORBI LBSF
City Baghdad Sofia
Country Iraq Bulgaria
Timezone Asia/Baghdad Europe/Sofia
Elevation 114 ft 1,742 ft
Coordinates 33.260000, 44.230000 42.700000, 23.410000

Baghdad (BGW) to Sofia (SOF) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Baghdad International Airport (BGW) in Baghdad, Iraq to Sofia Airport (SOF) in Sofia, Bulgaria is 2,097 kilometers (1,303 miles / 1,132 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 3h, flying northwest at a heading of 306°.

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 Iraq 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 15:46 in Baghdad, it's 14:46 in Sofia.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,628 feet between the two airports. Sofia Airport sits higher than Baghdad International Airport.

The return flight from Sofia (SOF) to Baghdad (BGW) follows a heading of 113° (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 Baghdad International Airport (BGW) and Sofia Airport (SOF) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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