DXB
Dubai
United Arab Emirates
3,495 km
2,172 miles
SOF
Sofia
Bulgaria
Distance
3,495 km
2,172 mi / 1,887 nm
Est. Flight Time
5h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
-2h
Asia/Dubai
Heading
312°
northwest

Airport Comparison

DXB SOF
Airport Name Dubai International Airport Sofia Airport
IATA Code DXB SOF
ICAO Code OMDB LBSF
City Dubai Sofia
Country United Arab Emirates Bulgaria
Timezone Asia/Dubai Europe/Sofia
Elevation 34 ft 1,742 ft
Coordinates 25.250000, 55.360000 42.700000, 23.410000

Dubai (DXB) to Sofia (SOF) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Dubai International Airport (DXB) in Dubai, United Arab Emirates to Sofia Airport (SOF) in Sofia, Bulgaria is 3,495 kilometers (2,172 miles / 1,887 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying northwest at a heading of 312°.

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 Arab Emirates with Bulgaria. It is an intercontinental flight between Asia and Europe. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 09:56 in Dubai, it's 07:56 in Sofia.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,708 feet between the two airports. Sofia Airport sits higher than Dubai International Airport.

The return flight from Sofia (SOF) to Dubai (DXB) follows a heading of 113° (east 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 Dubai International Airport (DXB) and Sofia Airport (SOF) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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