GAS
Garissa
Kenya
5,066 km
3,148 miles
SOF
Sofia
Bulgaria
Distance
5,066 km
3,148 mi / 2,736 nm
Est. Flight Time
7h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-1h
Africa/Nairobi
Heading
343°
north northwest

Airport Comparison

GAS SOF
Airport Name Garissa Airport Sofia Airport
IATA Code GAS SOF
ICAO Code HKGA LBSF
City Garissa Sofia
Country Kenya Bulgaria
Timezone Africa/Nairobi Europe/Sofia
Elevation 475 ft 1,742 ft
Coordinates -0.460000, 39.650000 42.700000, 23.410000

Garissa (GAS) to Sofia (SOF) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Garissa Airport (GAS) in Garissa, Kenya to Sofia Airport (SOF) in Sofia, Bulgaria is 5,066 kilometers (3,148 miles / 2,736 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, flying north northwest at a heading of 343°.

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 Kenya 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 11:26 in Garissa, it's 10:26 in Sofia.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,267 feet between the two airports. Sofia Airport sits higher than Garissa Airport.

The return flight from Sofia (SOF) to Garissa (GAS) follows a heading of 157° (south 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 Garissa Airport (GAS) and Sofia Airport (SOF) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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