DLA
Douala
Cameroon
4,510 km
2,803 miles
SOF
Sofia
Bulgaria
Distance
4,510 km
2,803 mi / 2,435 nm
Est. Flight Time
6h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+1h
Africa/Douala
Heading
16°
north northeast

Airport Comparison

DLA SOF
Airport Name Douala International Airport Sofia Airport
IATA Code DLA SOF
ICAO Code FKKD LBSF
City Douala Sofia
Country Cameroon Bulgaria
Timezone Africa/Douala Europe/Sofia
Elevation 33 ft 1,742 ft
Coordinates 4.010000, 9.720000 42.700000, 23.410000

Douala (DLA) to Sofia (SOF) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Douala International Airport (DLA) in Douala, Cameroon to Sofia Airport (SOF) in Sofia, Bulgaria is 4,510 kilometers (2,803 miles / 2,435 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying north northeast at a heading of 16°.

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 Cameroon 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 22:51 in Douala, it's 23:51 in Sofia.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,709 feet between the two airports. Sofia Airport sits higher than Douala International Airport.

The return flight from Sofia (SOF) to Douala (DLA) follows a heading of 201° (south southwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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

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