ERA
Erigavo
Somalia
4,255 km
2,644 miles
SOF
Sofia
Bulgaria
Distance
4,255 km
2,644 mi / 2,297 nm
Est. Flight Time
6h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-1h
Africa/Mogadishu
Heading
331°
north northwest

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ERA SOF
Airport Name Erigavo Airport Sofia Airport
IATA Code ERA SOF
ICAO Code HCMU LBSF
City Erigavo Sofia
Country Somalia Bulgaria
Timezone Africa/Mogadishu Europe/Sofia
Elevation 5,720 ft 1,742 ft
Coordinates 10.640000, 47.390000 42.700000, 23.410000

Erigavo (ERA) to Sofia (SOF) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Erigavo Airport (ERA) in Erigavo, Somalia to Sofia Airport (SOF) in Sofia, Bulgaria is 4,255 kilometers (2,644 miles / 2,297 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying north northwest at a heading of 331°.

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 Somalia 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 16:15 in Erigavo, it's 15:15 in Sofia.

There is a significant elevation difference of 3,978 feet between the two airports. Sofia Airport sits lower than Erigavo Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Sofia (SOF) to Erigavo (ERA) follows a heading of 140° (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 Erigavo Airport (ERA) and Sofia Airport (SOF) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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