CHV
Chaves
Portugal
2,531 km
1,572 miles
SOF
Sofia
Bulgaria
Distance
2,531 km
1,572 mi / 1,366 nm
Est. Flight Time
4h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
+2h
Europe/Lisbon
Heading
77°
east northeast

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CHV SOF
Airport Name Chaves Airport Sofia Airport
IATA Code CHV SOF
ICAO Code LPCH LBSF
City Chaves Sofia
Country Portugal Bulgaria
Timezone Europe/Lisbon Europe/Sofia
Elevation 0 ft 1,742 ft
Coordinates 41.720000, -7.460000 42.700000, 23.410000

Chaves (CHV) to Sofia (SOF) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Chaves Airport (CHV) in Chaves, Portugal to Sofia Airport (SOF) in Sofia, Bulgaria is 2,531 kilometers (1,572 miles / 1,366 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying east northeast at a heading of 77°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 12:30 in Chaves, it's 14:30 in Sofia.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,742 feet between the two airports. Sofia Airport sits higher than Chaves Airport.

The return flight from Sofia (SOF) to Chaves (CHV) follows a heading of 278° (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 Chaves Airport (CHV) and Sofia Airport (SOF) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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