GIZ
Jizan
Saudi Arabia
3,396 km
2,110 miles
SOF
Sofia
Bulgaria
Distance
3,396 km
2,110 mi / 1,834 nm
Est. Flight Time
5h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
-1h
Asia/Riyadh
Heading
332°
north northwest

Airport Comparison

GIZ SOF
Airport Name Jizan Regional Airport Sofia Airport
IATA Code GIZ SOF
ICAO Code OEGN LBSF
City Jizan Sofia
Country Saudi Arabia Bulgaria
Timezone Asia/Riyadh Europe/Sofia
Elevation 20 ft 1,742 ft
Coordinates 16.900000, 42.590000 42.700000, 23.410000

Jizan (GIZ) to Sofia (SOF) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Jizan Regional Airport (GIZ) in Jizan, Saudi Arabia to Sofia Airport (SOF) in Sofia, Bulgaria is 3,396 kilometers (2,110 miles / 1,834 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying north northwest at a heading of 332°.

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 Saudi Arabia 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 15:24 in Jizan, it's 14:24 in Sofia.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,722 feet between the two airports. Sofia Airport sits higher than Jizan Regional Airport.

The return flight from Sofia (SOF) to Jizan (GIZ) follows a heading of 142° (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 Jizan Regional Airport (GIZ) and Sofia Airport (SOF) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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