KRW
Krasnovodsk
Turkmenistan
2,474 km
1,537 miles
SOF
Sofia
Bulgaria
Distance
2,474 km
1,537 mi / 1,336 nm
Est. Flight Time
4h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
-3h
Asia/Ashgabat
Heading
287°
west northwest

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KRW SOF
Airport Name Turkmenbashi Airport Sofia Airport
IATA Code KRW SOF
ICAO Code UTAK LBSF
City Krasnovodsk Sofia
Country Turkmenistan Bulgaria
Timezone Asia/Ashgabat Europe/Sofia
Elevation 279 ft 1,742 ft
Coordinates 40.060000, 53.010000 42.700000, 23.410000

Krasnovodsk (KRW) to Sofia (SOF) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Turkmenbashi Airport (KRW) in Krasnovodsk, Turkmenistan to Sofia Airport (SOF) in Sofia, Bulgaria is 2,474 kilometers (1,537 miles / 1,336 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying west northwest at a heading of 287°.

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 Turkmenistan 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 13:41 in Krasnovodsk, it's 10:41 in Sofia. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,463 feet between the two airports. Sofia Airport sits higher than Turkmenbashi Airport.

The return flight from Sofia (SOF) to Krasnovodsk (KRW) follows a heading of 87° (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 Turkmenbashi Airport (KRW) and Sofia Airport (SOF) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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