LPL
Liverpool
United Kingdom
2,264 km
1,407 miles
SOF
Sofia
Bulgaria
Distance
2,264 km
1,407 mi / 1,222 nm
Est. Flight Time
4h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
+2h
Europe/London
Heading
111°
east southeast

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LPL SOF
Airport Name Liverpool John Lennon Airport Sofia Airport
IATA Code LPL SOF
ICAO Code EGGP LBSF
City Liverpool Sofia
Country United Kingdom Bulgaria
Timezone Europe/London Europe/Sofia
Elevation 80 ft 1,742 ft
Coordinates 53.330000, -2.850000 42.700000, 23.410000

Liverpool (LPL) to Sofia (SOF) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Liverpool John Lennon Airport (LPL) in Liverpool, United Kingdom to Sofia Airport (SOF) in Sofia, Bulgaria is 2,264 kilometers (1,407 miles / 1,222 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying east southeast at a heading of 111°.

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 08:41 in Liverpool, it's 10:41 in Sofia.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,662 feet between the two airports. Sofia Airport sits higher than Liverpool John Lennon Airport.

The return flight from Sofia (SOF) to Liverpool (LPL) follows a heading of 311° (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 Liverpool John Lennon Airport (LPL) and Sofia Airport (SOF) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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