HRE
Harare
Zimbabwe
6,788 km
4,218 miles
SOF
Sofia
Bulgaria
Distance
6,788 km
4,218 mi / 3,665 nm
Est. Flight Time
9h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+0h
Africa/Harare
Heading
354°
north

Airport Comparison

HRE SOF
Airport Name Harare International Airport Sofia Airport
IATA Code HRE SOF
ICAO Code FVHA LBSF
City Harare Sofia
Country Zimbabwe Bulgaria
Timezone Africa/Harare Europe/Sofia
Elevation 4,887 ft 1,742 ft
Coordinates -17.930000, 31.090000 42.700000, 23.410000

Harare (HRE) to Sofia (SOF) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Harare International Airport (HRE) in Harare, Zimbabwe to Sofia Airport (SOF) in Sofia, Bulgaria is 6,788 kilometers (4,218 miles / 3,665 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 9h, 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 Zimbabwe 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 20:37 in Harare, it's 20:37 in Sofia.

There is a significant elevation difference of 3,145 feet between the two airports. Sofia Airport sits lower than Harare International Airport.

The return flight from Sofia (SOF) to Harare (HRE) follows a heading of 172° (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 Harare International Airport (HRE) and Sofia Airport (SOF) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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