BUO
Burao
Somalia
4,271 km
2,654 miles
SOF
Sofia
Bulgaria
Distance
4,271 km
2,654 mi / 2,306 nm
Est. Flight Time
6h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-1h
Africa/Mogadishu
Heading
334°
north northwest

Airport Comparison

BUO SOF
Airport Name Burao Airport Sofia Airport
IATA Code BUO SOF
ICAO Code HCMV LBSF
City Burao Sofia
Country Somalia Bulgaria
Timezone Africa/Mogadishu Europe/Sofia
Elevation 3,400 ft 1,742 ft
Coordinates 9.530000, 45.550000 42.700000, 23.410000

Burao (BUO) to Sofia (SOF) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Burao Airport (BUO) in Burao, Somalia to Sofia Airport (SOF) in Sofia, Bulgaria is 4,271 kilometers (2,654 miles / 2,306 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying north northwest at a heading of 334°.

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 Somalia 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 15:46 in Burao, it's 14:46 in Sofia.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,658 feet between the two airports. Sofia Airport sits lower than Burao Airport.

The return flight from Sofia (SOF) to Burao (BUO) follows a heading of 143° (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 Burao Airport (BUO) and Sofia Airport (SOF) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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