IXB
Siliguri
India
6,043 km
3,755 miles
SOF
Sofia
Bulgaria
Distance
6,043 km
3,755 mi / 3,263 nm
Est. Flight Time
8h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-3.5h
Asia/Kolkata
Heading
305°
northwest

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IXB SOF
Airport Name Bagdogra Airport Sofia Airport
IATA Code IXB SOF
ICAO Code VEBD LBSF
City Siliguri Sofia
Country India Bulgaria
Timezone Asia/Kolkata Europe/Sofia
Elevation 412 ft 1,742 ft
Coordinates 26.680000, 88.330000 42.700000, 23.410000

Siliguri (IXB) to Sofia (SOF) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Bagdogra Airport (IXB) in Siliguri, India to Sofia Airport (SOF) in Sofia, Bulgaria is 6,043 kilometers (3,755 miles / 3,263 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 8h, flying northwest at a heading of 305°.

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 India 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 00:07 in Siliguri, it's 20:37 in Sofia. The 3.5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,330 feet between the two airports. Sofia Airport sits higher than Bagdogra Airport.

The return flight from Sofia (SOF) to Siliguri (IXB) follows a heading of 85° (east). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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

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