KAN
Kano
Nigeria
3,699 km
2,298 miles
SOF
Sofia
Bulgaria
Distance
3,699 km
2,298 mi / 1,997 nm
Est. Flight Time
5h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
+1h
Africa/Lagos
Heading
20°
north northeast

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KAN SOF
Airport Name Mallam Aminu International Airport Sofia Airport
IATA Code KAN SOF
ICAO Code DNKN LBSF
City Kano Sofia
Country Nigeria Bulgaria
Timezone Africa/Lagos Europe/Sofia
Elevation 1,562 ft 1,742 ft
Coordinates 12.050000, 8.520000 42.700000, 23.410000

Kano (KAN) to Sofia (SOF) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Mallam Aminu International Airport (KAN) in Kano, Nigeria to Sofia Airport (SOF) in Sofia, Bulgaria is 3,699 kilometers (2,298 miles / 1,997 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying north northeast at a heading of 20°.

This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.

This is an international route connecting Nigeria 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 21:39 in Kano, it's 22:39 in Sofia.

The return flight from Sofia (SOF) to Kano (KAN) follows a heading of 207° (south southwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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

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