LHE
Lahore
Pakistan
4,615 km
2,868 miles
SOF
Sofia
Bulgaria
Distance
4,615 km
2,868 mi / 2,492 nm
Est. Flight Time
6h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-3h
Asia/Karachi
Heading
300°
west northwest

Airport Comparison

LHE SOF
Airport Name Alama Iqbal International Airport Sofia Airport
IATA Code LHE SOF
ICAO Code OPLA LBSF
City Lahore Sofia
Country Pakistan Bulgaria
Timezone Asia/Karachi Europe/Sofia
Elevation 712 ft 1,742 ft
Coordinates 31.520000, 74.400000 42.700000, 23.410000

Lahore (LHE) to Sofia (SOF) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Alama Iqbal International Airport (LHE) in Lahore, Pakistan to Sofia Airport (SOF) in Sofia, Bulgaria is 4,615 kilometers (2,868 miles / 2,492 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying west northwest at a heading of 300°.

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 Pakistan 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 18:53 in Lahore, it's 15:53 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 1,030 feet between the two airports. Sofia Airport sits higher than Alama Iqbal International Airport.

The return flight from Sofia (SOF) to Lahore (LHE) follows a heading of 88° (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 Alama Iqbal International Airport (LHE) and Sofia Airport (SOF) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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