MAD
Madrid
Spain
2,247 km
1,396 miles
SOF
Sofia
Bulgaria
Distance
2,247 km
1,396 mi / 1,213 nm
Est. Flight Time
4h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
+1h
Europe/Madrid
Heading
75°
east northeast

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MAD SOF
Airport Name Madrid Barajas International Airport Sofia Airport
IATA Code MAD SOF
ICAO Code LEMD LBSF
City Madrid Sofia
Country Spain Bulgaria
Timezone Europe/Madrid Europe/Sofia
Elevation 2,001 ft 1,742 ft
Coordinates 40.490000, -3.570000 42.700000, 23.410000

Madrid (MAD) to Sofia (SOF) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Madrid Barajas International Airport (MAD) in Madrid, Spain to Sofia Airport (SOF) in Sofia, Bulgaria is 2,247 kilometers (1,396 miles / 1,213 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying east northeast at a heading of 75°.

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 Spain with Bulgaria. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 06:56 in Madrid, it's 07:56 in Sofia.

The return flight from Sofia (SOF) to Madrid (MAD) follows a heading of 273° (west). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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

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