MAA
Chennai
India
6,336 km
3,937 miles
SOF
Sofia
Bulgaria
Distance
6,336 km
3,937 mi / 3,421 nm
Est. Flight Time
8h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-3.5h
Asia/Kolkata
Heading
313°
northwest

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MAA SOF
Airport Name Chennai International Airport Sofia Airport
IATA Code MAA SOF
ICAO Code VOMM LBSF
City Chennai Sofia
Country India Bulgaria
Timezone Asia/Kolkata Europe/Sofia
Elevation 52 ft 1,742 ft
Coordinates 12.990000, 80.170000 42.700000, 23.410000

Chennai (MAA) to Sofia (SOF) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Chennai International Airport (MAA) in Chennai, India to Sofia Airport (SOF) in Sofia, Bulgaria is 6,336 kilometers (3,937 miles / 3,421 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 8h, flying northwest at a heading of 313°.

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 India 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 00:07 in Chennai, it's 20:37 in Sofia. The 3.5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,690 feet between the two airports. Sofia Airport sits higher than Chennai International Airport.

The return flight from Sofia (SOF) to Chennai (MAA) follows a heading of 104° (east southeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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

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