ELL
Ellisras
South Africa
7,400 km
4,598 miles
SOF
Sofia
Bulgaria
Distance
7,400 km
4,598 mi / 3,996 nm
Est. Flight Time
10h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+0h
Africa/Johannesburg
Heading
357°
north

Airport Comparison

ELL SOF
Airport Name Ellisras Matimba Airport Sofia Airport
IATA Code ELL SOF
ICAO Code FAER LBSF
City Ellisras Sofia
Country South Africa Bulgaria
Timezone Africa/Johannesburg Europe/Sofia
Elevation 2,799 ft 1,742 ft
Coordinates -23.730000, 27.690000 42.700000, 23.410000

Ellisras (ELL) to Sofia (SOF) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Ellisras Matimba Airport (ELL) in Ellisras, South Africa to Sofia Airport (SOF) in Sofia, Bulgaria is 7,400 kilometers (4,598 miles / 3,996 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying north at a heading of 357°.

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 South Africa 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 15:36 in Ellisras, it's 15:36 in Sofia.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,057 feet between the two airports. Sofia Airport sits lower than Ellisras Matimba Airport.

The return flight from Sofia (SOF) to Ellisras (ELL) follows a heading of 176° (south). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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

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