GIB
Gibraltar
GI
2,561 km
1,592 miles
SOF
Sofia
Bulgaria
Distance
2,561 km
1,592 mi / 1,383 nm
Est. Flight Time
4h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
+1h
Europe/Madrid
Heading
65°
east northeast

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GIB SOF
Airport Name Gibraltar Airport Sofia Airport
IATA Code GIB SOF
ICAO Code LXGB LBSF
City Gibraltar Sofia
Country GI Bulgaria
Timezone Europe/Madrid Europe/Sofia
Elevation 15 ft 1,742 ft
Coordinates 36.150000, -5.350000 42.700000, 23.410000

Gibraltar (GIB) to Sofia (SOF) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Gibraltar Airport (GIB) in Gibraltar, GI to Sofia Airport (SOF) in Sofia, Bulgaria is 2,561 kilometers (1,592 miles / 1,383 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying east northeast at a heading of 65°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 07:17 in Gibraltar, it's 08:17 in Sofia.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,727 feet between the two airports. Sofia Airport sits higher than Gibraltar Airport.

The return flight from Sofia (SOF) to Gibraltar (GIB) follows a heading of 263° (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 Gibraltar Airport (GIB) and Sofia Airport (SOF) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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