FRU
Bishkek
Kyrgyzstan
4,095 km
2,545 miles
SOF
Sofia
Bulgaria
Distance
4,095 km
2,545 mi / 2,211 nm
Est. Flight Time
6h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-4h
Asia/Bishkek
Heading
287°
west northwest

Airport Comparison

FRU SOF
Airport Name Manas International Airport Sofia Airport
IATA Code FRU SOF
ICAO Code UCFM LBSF
City Bishkek Sofia
Country Kyrgyzstan Bulgaria
Timezone Asia/Bishkek Europe/Sofia
Elevation 2,090 ft 1,742 ft
Coordinates 43.060000, 74.480000 42.700000, 23.410000

Bishkek (FRU) to Sofia (SOF) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Manas International Airport (FRU) in Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan to Sofia Airport (SOF) in Sofia, Bulgaria is 4,095 kilometers (2,545 miles / 2,211 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying west northwest at a heading of 287°.

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 Kyrgyzstan 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 20:12 in Bishkek, it's 16:12 in Sofia. The 4-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Sofia (SOF) to Bishkek (FRU) follows a heading of 71° (east northeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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

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