HPH
Haiphong
Vietnam
7,925 km
4,924 miles
SOF
Sofia
Bulgaria
Distance
7,925 km
4,924 mi / 4,279 nm
Est. Flight Time
10h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-5h
Asia/Ho_Chi_Minh
Heading
310°
northwest

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HPH SOF
Airport Name Cat Bi International Airport Sofia Airport
IATA Code HPH SOF
ICAO Code VVCI LBSF
City Haiphong Sofia
Country Vietnam Bulgaria
Timezone Asia/Ho_Chi_Minh Europe/Sofia
Elevation 6 ft 1,742 ft
Coordinates 20.820000, 106.720000 42.700000, 23.410000

Haiphong (HPH) to Sofia (SOF) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Cat Bi International Airport (HPH) in Haiphong, Vietnam to Sofia Airport (SOF) in Sofia, Bulgaria is 7,925 kilometers (4,924 miles / 4,279 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying northwest at a heading of 310°.

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 Vietnam 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 01:37 in Haiphong, it's 20:37 in Sofia. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,736 feet between the two airports. Sofia Airport sits higher than Cat Bi International Airport.

The return flight from Sofia (SOF) to Haiphong (HPH) follows a heading of 79° (east northeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Cat Bi International Airport (HPH) and Sofia Airport (SOF) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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