CRL
Brussels
Belgium
1,679 km
1,044 miles
SOF
Sofia
Bulgaria
Distance
1,679 km
1,044 mi / 907 nm
Est. Flight Time
3h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
+1h
Europe/Brussels
Heading
114°
east southeast

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CRL SOF
Airport Name Brussels South Charleroi Airport Sofia Airport
IATA Code CRL SOF
ICAO Code EBCI LBSF
City Brussels Sofia
Country Belgium Bulgaria
Timezone Europe/Brussels Europe/Sofia
Elevation 614 ft 1,742 ft
Coordinates 50.460000, 4.450000 42.700000, 23.410000

Brussels (CRL) to Sofia (SOF) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Brussels South Charleroi Airport (CRL) in Brussels, Belgium to Sofia Airport (SOF) in Sofia, Bulgaria is 1,679 kilometers (1,044 miles / 907 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 3h, flying east southeast at a heading of 114°.

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 18:01 in Brussels, it's 19:01 in Sofia.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,128 feet between the two airports. Sofia Airport sits higher than Brussels South Charleroi Airport.

The return flight from Sofia (SOF) to Brussels (CRL) follows a heading of 307° (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 South Charleroi Airport (CRL) and Sofia Airport (SOF) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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