FRW
Francistown
Botswana
7,113 km
4,420 miles
SOF
Sofia
Bulgaria
Distance
7,113 km
4,420 mi / 3,841 nm
Est. Flight Time
9h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+0h
Africa/Gaborone
Heading
357°
north

Airport Comparison

FRW SOF
Airport Name Francistown Airport Sofia Airport
IATA Code FRW SOF
ICAO Code FBFT LBSF
City Francistown Sofia
Country Botswana Bulgaria
Timezone Africa/Gaborone Europe/Sofia
Elevation 3,283 ft 1,742 ft
Coordinates -21.160000, 27.470000 42.700000, 23.410000

Francistown (FRW) to Sofia (SOF) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Francistown Airport (FRW) in Francistown, Botswana to Sofia Airport (SOF) in Sofia, Bulgaria is 7,113 kilometers (4,420 miles / 3,841 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 9h, 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 Botswana 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 13:29 in Francistown, it's 13:29 in Sofia.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,541 feet between the two airports. Sofia Airport sits lower than Francistown Airport.

The return flight from Sofia (SOF) to Francistown (FRW) 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 Francistown Airport (FRW) and Sofia Airport (SOF) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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