LDY
Derry
United Kingdom
2,592 km
1,611 miles
SOF
Sofia
Bulgaria
Distance
2,592 km
1,611 mi / 1,400 nm
Est. Flight Time
4h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
+2h
Europe/London
Heading
109°
east southeast

Airport Comparison

LDY SOF
Airport Name City of Derry Airport Sofia Airport
IATA Code LDY SOF
ICAO Code EGAE LBSF
City Derry Sofia
Country United Kingdom Bulgaria
Timezone Europe/London Europe/Sofia
Elevation 22 ft 1,742 ft
Coordinates 55.040000, -7.160000 42.700000, 23.410000

Derry (LDY) to Sofia (SOF) Flight Distance

The flight distance from City of Derry Airport (LDY) in Derry, United Kingdom to Sofia Airport (SOF) in Sofia, Bulgaria is 2,592 kilometers (1,611 miles / 1,400 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying east southeast at a heading of 109°.

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 United Kingdom with Bulgaria. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 13:33 in Derry, it's 15:33 in Sofia.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,720 feet between the two airports. Sofia Airport sits higher than City of Derry Airport.

The return flight from Sofia (SOF) to Derry (LDY) follows a heading of 313° (northwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the City of Derry Airport (LDY) and Sofia Airport (SOF) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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