LVI
Livingstone
Zambia
6,734 km
4,184 miles
SOF
Sofia
Bulgaria
Distance
6,734 km
4,184 mi / 3,636 nm
Est. Flight Time
9h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+0h
Africa/Lusaka
Heading
358°
north

Airport Comparison

LVI SOF
Airport Name Livingstone Airport Sofia Airport
IATA Code LVI SOF
ICAO Code FLLI LBSF
City Livingstone Sofia
Country Zambia Bulgaria
Timezone Africa/Lusaka Europe/Sofia
Elevation 3,302 ft 1,742 ft
Coordinates -17.820000, 25.820000 42.700000, 23.410000

Livingstone (LVI) to Sofia (SOF) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Livingstone Airport (LVI) in Livingstone, Zambia to Sofia Airport (SOF) in Sofia, Bulgaria is 6,734 kilometers (4,184 miles / 3,636 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 9h, flying north at a heading of 358°.

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 Zambia 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 05:42 in Livingstone, it's 05:42 in Sofia.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,560 feet between the two airports. Sofia Airport sits lower than Livingstone Airport.

The return flight from Sofia (SOF) to Livingstone (LVI) follows a heading of 177° (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 Livingstone Airport (LVI) and Sofia Airport (SOF) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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