BJL
Banjul
Gambia
5,034 km
3,128 miles
SOF
Sofia
Bulgaria
Distance
5,034 km
3,128 mi / 2,718 nm
Est. Flight Time
7h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+2h
Africa/Banjul
Heading
42°
northeast

Airport Comparison

BJL SOF
Airport Name Banjul International Airport Sofia Airport
IATA Code BJL SOF
ICAO Code GBYD LBSF
City Banjul Sofia
Country Gambia Bulgaria
Timezone Africa/Banjul Europe/Sofia
Elevation 95 ft 1,742 ft
Coordinates 13.340000, -16.650000 42.700000, 23.410000

Banjul (BJL) to Sofia (SOF) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Banjul International Airport (BJL) in Banjul, Gambia to Sofia Airport (SOF) in Sofia, Bulgaria is 5,034 kilometers (3,128 miles / 2,718 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, flying northeast at a heading of 42°.

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 Gambia 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 18:20 in Banjul, it's 20:20 in Sofia.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,647 feet between the two airports. Sofia Airport sits higher than Banjul International Airport.

The return flight from Sofia (SOF) to Banjul (BJL) follows a heading of 242° (west southwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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

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