The flight distance from Athen Helenikon Airport (HEW) in Athens, Greece to Sofia Airport (SOF) in Sofia, Bulgaria is 536 kilometers (333 miles / 289 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 2h, flying north at a heading of 357°.

This is a short-haul route typically served by narrow-body aircraft such as the Boeing 737 or Airbus A320 family. In-flight service is usually limited to drinks and light snacks.

This is an international route connecting Greece with Bulgaria. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 05:41 in Athens, it's 05:41 in Sofia.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,673 feet between the two airports. Sofia Airport sits higher than Athen Helenikon Airport.

The return flight from Sofia (SOF) to Athens (HEW) follows a heading of 177° (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 Athen Helenikon Airport (HEW) and Sofia Airport (SOF) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.