FRC
Franca
Brazil
10,085 km
6,266 miles
SOF
Sofia
Bulgaria
Distance
10,085 km
6,266 mi / 5,445 nm
Est. Flight Time
13h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
+5h
America/Sao_Paulo
Heading
44°
northeast

Airport Comparison

FRC SOF
Airport Name Franca Airport Sofia Airport
IATA Code FRC SOF
ICAO Code SIMK LBSF
City Franca Sofia
Country Brazil Bulgaria
Timezone America/Sao_Paulo Europe/Sofia
Elevation 3,292 ft 1,742 ft
Coordinates -20.590000, -47.380000 42.700000, 23.410000

Franca (FRC) to Sofia (SOF) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Franca Airport (FRC) in Franca, Brazil to Sofia Airport (SOF) in Sofia, Bulgaria is 10,085 kilometers (6,266 miles / 5,445 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 13h, flying northeast at a heading of 44°.

This is an ultra-long-haul route, one of the longest in aviation. It requires wide-body aircraft with extended range capability such as the Airbus A350-900ULR or Boeing 777-200LR. Passengers should prepare for an extended flight with multiple meal services.

This is an international route connecting Brazil with Bulgaria. It is an intercontinental flight between South America and Europe. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 06:42 in Franca, it's 11:42 in Sofia. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

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

The return flight from Sofia (SOF) to Franca (FRC) follows a heading of 242° (west 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 Franca Airport (FRC) and Sofia Airport (SOF) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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