GIY
Giyani
South Africa
7,374 km
4,582 miles
SOF
Sofia
Bulgaria
Distance
7,374 km
4,582 mi / 3,982 nm
Est. Flight Time
10h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+0h
Africa/Johannesburg
Heading
354°
north

Airport Comparison

GIY SOF
Airport Name Giyani Airport Sofia Airport
IATA Code GIY SOF
ICAO Code FAGI LBSF
City Giyani Sofia
Country South Africa Bulgaria
Timezone Africa/Johannesburg Europe/Sofia
Elevation 1,584 ft 1,742 ft
Coordinates -23.280000, 30.650000 42.700000, 23.410000

Giyani (GIY) to Sofia (SOF) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Giyani Airport (GIY) in Giyani, South Africa to Sofia Airport (SOF) in Sofia, Bulgaria is 7,374 kilometers (4,582 miles / 3,982 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying north at a heading of 354°.

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 South Africa 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 14:05 in Giyani, it's 14:05 in Sofia.

The return flight from Sofia (SOF) to Giyani (GIY) follows a heading of 173° (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 Giyani Airport (GIY) and Sofia Airport (SOF) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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