KGL
Kigali
Rwanda
5,013 km
3,115 miles
SOF
Sofia
Bulgaria
Distance
5,013 km
3,115 mi / 2,707 nm
Est. Flight Time
7h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+0h
Africa/Kigali
Heading
353°
north

Airport Comparison

KGL SOF
Airport Name Kigali International Airport Sofia Airport
IATA Code KGL SOF
ICAO Code HRYR LBSF
City Kigali Sofia
Country Rwanda Bulgaria
Timezone Africa/Kigali Europe/Sofia
Elevation 4,859 ft 1,742 ft
Coordinates -1.970000, 30.140000 42.700000, 23.410000

Kigali (KGL) to Sofia (SOF) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Kigali International Airport (KGL) in Kigali, Rwanda to Sofia Airport (SOF) in Sofia, Bulgaria is 5,013 kilometers (3,115 miles / 2,707 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, flying north at a heading of 353°.

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 Rwanda 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 07:56 in Kigali, it's 07:56 in Sofia.

There is a significant elevation difference of 3,117 feet between the two airports. Sofia Airport sits lower than Kigali International Airport.

The return flight from Sofia (SOF) to Kigali (KGL) follows a heading of 170° (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 Kigali International Airport (KGL) and Sofia Airport (SOF) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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