CWL
Cardiff
United Kingdom
2,229 km
1,385 miles
SOF
Sofia
Bulgaria
Distance
2,229 km
1,385 mi / 1,203 nm
Est. Flight Time
4h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
+2h
Europe/London
Heading
105°
east southeast

Airport Comparison

CWL SOF
Airport Name Cardiff International Airport Sofia Airport
IATA Code CWL SOF
ICAO Code EGFF LBSF
City Cardiff Sofia
Country United Kingdom Bulgaria
Timezone Europe/London Europe/Sofia
Elevation 220 ft 1,742 ft
Coordinates 51.400000, -3.340000 42.700000, 23.410000

Cardiff (CWL) to Sofia (SOF) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Cardiff International Airport (CWL) in Cardiff, United Kingdom to Sofia Airport (SOF) in Sofia, Bulgaria is 2,229 kilometers (1,385 miles / 1,203 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying east southeast at a heading of 105°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 08:26 in Cardiff, it's 10:26 in Sofia.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,522 feet between the two airports. Sofia Airport sits higher than Cardiff International Airport.

The return flight from Sofia (SOF) to Cardiff (CWL) follows a heading of 305° (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 Cardiff International Airport (CWL) and Sofia Airport (SOF) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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