FNC
Funchal
Portugal
3,667 km
2,279 miles
SOF
Sofia
Bulgaria
Distance
3,667 km
2,279 mi / 1,980 nm
Est. Flight Time
5h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
+2h
Europe/Lisbon
Heading
61°
east northeast

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FNC SOF
Airport Name Madeira Airport Sofia Airport
IATA Code FNC SOF
ICAO Code LPMA LBSF
City Funchal Sofia
Country Portugal Bulgaria
Timezone Europe/Lisbon Europe/Sofia
Elevation 192 ft 1,742 ft
Coordinates 32.700000, -16.770000 42.700000, 23.410000

Funchal (FNC) to Sofia (SOF) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Madeira Airport (FNC) in Funchal, Portugal to Sofia Airport (SOF) in Sofia, Bulgaria is 3,667 kilometers (2,279 miles / 1,980 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying east northeast at a heading of 61°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 13:16 in Funchal, it's 15:16 in Sofia.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,550 feet between the two airports. Sofia Airport sits higher than Madeira Airport.

The return flight from Sofia (SOF) to Funchal (FNC) follows a heading of 266° (west). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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

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