BRU
Brussels
Belgium
1,698 km
1,055 miles
SOF
Sofia
Bulgaria
Distance
1,698 km
1,055 mi / 917 nm
Est. Flight Time
3h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
+1h
Europe/Brussels
Heading
115°
east southeast

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BRU SOF
Airport Name Brussels Airport Sofia Airport
IATA Code BRU SOF
ICAO Code EBBR LBSF
City Brussels Sofia
Country Belgium Bulgaria
Timezone Europe/Brussels Europe/Sofia
Elevation 184 ft 1,742 ft
Coordinates 50.900000, 4.480000 42.700000, 23.410000

Brussels (BRU) to Sofia (SOF) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Brussels Airport (BRU) in Brussels, Belgium to Sofia Airport (SOF) in Sofia, Bulgaria is 1,698 kilometers (1,055 miles / 917 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 3h, flying east southeast at a heading of 115°.

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

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

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,558 feet between the two airports. Sofia Airport sits higher than Brussels Airport.

The return flight from Sofia (SOF) to Brussels (BRU) follows a heading of 309° (northwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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

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