KHT
Khost
Afghanistan
4,153 km
2,580 miles
SOF
Sofia
Bulgaria
Distance
4,153 km
2,580 mi / 2,242 nm
Est. Flight Time
6h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-2.5h
Asia/Kabul
Heading
298°
west northwest

Airport Comparison

KHT SOF
Airport Name Khost Airport Sofia Airport
IATA Code KHT SOF
ICAO Code OAKS LBSF
City Khost Sofia
Country Afghanistan Bulgaria
Timezone Asia/Kabul Europe/Sofia
Elevation 3,756 ft 1,742 ft
Coordinates 33.330000, 69.950000 42.700000, 23.410000

Khost (KHT) to Sofia (SOF) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Khost Airport (KHT) in Khost, Afghanistan to Sofia Airport (SOF) in Sofia, Bulgaria is 4,153 kilometers (2,580 miles / 2,242 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying west northwest at a heading of 298°.

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 Afghanistan 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 17:16 in Khost, it's 14:46 in Sofia.

There is a significant elevation difference of 2,014 feet between the two airports. Sofia Airport sits lower than Khost Airport.

The return flight from Sofia (SOF) to Khost (KHT) follows a heading of 89° (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 Khost Airport (KHT) and Sofia Airport (SOF) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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