KIM
Kimberley
South Africa
7,952 km
4,941 miles
SOF
Sofia
Bulgaria
Distance
7,952 km
4,941 mi / 4,294 nm
Est. Flight Time
10h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+0h
Africa/Johannesburg
Heading
359°
north

Airport Comparison

KIM SOF
Airport Name Kimberley Airport Sofia Airport
IATA Code KIM SOF
ICAO Code FAKM LBSF
City Kimberley Sofia
Country South Africa Bulgaria
Timezone Africa/Johannesburg Europe/Sofia
Elevation 3,950 ft 1,742 ft
Coordinates -28.800000, 24.770000 42.700000, 23.410000

Kimberley (KIM) to Sofia (SOF) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Kimberley Airport (KIM) in Kimberley, South Africa to Sofia Airport (SOF) in Sofia, Bulgaria is 7,952 kilometers (4,941 miles / 4,294 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying north at a heading of 359°.

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 South Africa 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 03:52 in Kimberley, it's 03:52 in Sofia.

There is a significant elevation difference of 2,208 feet between the two airports. Sofia Airport sits lower than Kimberley Airport.

The return flight from Sofia (SOF) to Kimberley (KIM) follows a heading of 179° (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 Kimberley Airport (KIM) and Sofia Airport (SOF) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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