LYP
Faisalabad
Pakistan
4,509 km
2,802 miles
SOF
Sofia
Bulgaria
Distance
4,509 km
2,802 mi / 2,435 nm
Est. Flight Time
6h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-3h
Asia/Karachi
Heading
301°
west northwest

Airport Comparison

LYP SOF
Airport Name Faisalabad International Airport Sofia Airport
IATA Code LYP SOF
ICAO Code OPFA LBSF
City Faisalabad Sofia
Country Pakistan Bulgaria
Timezone Asia/Karachi Europe/Sofia
Elevation 591 ft 1,742 ft
Coordinates 31.360000, 72.990000 42.700000, 23.410000

Faisalabad (LYP) to Sofia (SOF) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Faisalabad International Airport (LYP) in Faisalabad, Pakistan to Sofia Airport (SOF) in Sofia, Bulgaria is 4,509 kilometers (2,802 miles / 2,435 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying west northwest at a heading of 301°.

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 20:15 in Faisalabad, it's 17:15 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 1,151 feet between the two airports. Sofia Airport sits higher than Faisalabad International Airport.

The return flight from Sofia (SOF) to Faisalabad (LYP) follows a heading of 89° (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 Faisalabad International Airport (LYP) and Sofia Airport (SOF) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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