JKR
Janakpur
Nepal
5,845 km
3,632 miles
SOF
Sofia
Bulgaria
Distance
5,845 km
3,632 mi / 3,156 nm
Est. Flight Time
8h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-3.75h
Asia/Kathmandu
Heading
305°
northwest

Airport Comparison

JKR SOF
Airport Name Janakpur Airport Sofia Airport
IATA Code JKR SOF
ICAO Code VNJP LBSF
City Janakpur Sofia
Country Nepal Bulgaria
Timezone Asia/Kathmandu Europe/Sofia
Elevation 256 ft 1,742 ft
Coordinates 26.710000, 85.920000 42.700000, 23.410000

Janakpur (JKR) to Sofia (SOF) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Janakpur Airport (JKR) in Janakpur, Nepal to Sofia Airport (SOF) in Sofia, Bulgaria is 5,845 kilometers (3,632 miles / 3,156 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 Nepal 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 09:26 in Janakpur, it's 05:41 in Sofia. The 3.75-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,486 feet between the two airports. Sofia Airport sits higher than Janakpur Airport.

The return flight from Sofia (SOF) to Janakpur (JKR) follows a heading of 86° (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 Janakpur Airport (JKR) and Sofia Airport (SOF) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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