MBD
Mafeking
South Africa
7,620 km
4,735 miles
SOF
Sofia
Bulgaria
Distance
7,620 km
4,735 mi / 4,114 nm
Est. Flight Time
10h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+0h
Africa/Johannesburg
Heading
358°
north

Airport Comparison

MBD SOF
Airport Name Mmabatho International Airport Sofia Airport
IATA Code MBD SOF
ICAO Code FAMM LBSF
City Mafeking Sofia
Country South Africa Bulgaria
Timezone Africa/Johannesburg Europe/Sofia
Elevation 4,181 ft 1,742 ft
Coordinates -25.800000, 25.550000 42.700000, 23.410000

Mafeking (MBD) to Sofia (SOF) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Mmabatho International Airport (MBD) in Mafeking, South Africa to Sofia Airport (SOF) in Sofia, Bulgaria is 7,620 kilometers (4,735 miles / 4,114 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, 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 South Africa 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 15:15 in Mafeking, it's 15:15 in Sofia.

There is a significant elevation difference of 2,439 feet between the two airports. Sofia Airport sits lower than Mmabatho International Airport.

The return flight from Sofia (SOF) to Mafeking (MBD) follows a heading of 178° (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 Mmabatho International Airport (MBD) and Sofia Airport (SOF) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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