MHD
Mashhad
Iran
3,166 km
1,967 miles
SOF
Sofia
Bulgaria
Distance
3,166 km
1,967 mi / 1,710 nm
Est. Flight Time
5h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
-1.5h
Asia/Tehran
Heading
294°
west northwest

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MHD SOF
Airport Name Mashhad International Airport Sofia Airport
IATA Code MHD SOF
ICAO Code OIMM LBSF
City Mashhad Sofia
Country Iran Bulgaria
Timezone Asia/Tehran Europe/Sofia
Elevation 3,263 ft 1,742 ft
Coordinates 36.240000, 59.640000 42.700000, 23.410000

Mashhad (MHD) to Sofia (SOF) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Mashhad International Airport (MHD) in Mashhad, Iran to Sofia Airport (SOF) in Sofia, Bulgaria is 3,166 kilometers (1,967 miles / 1,710 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying west northwest at a heading of 294°.

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 Iran 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 21:15 in Mashhad, it's 19:45 in Sofia.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,521 feet between the two airports. Sofia Airport sits lower than Mashhad International Airport.

The return flight from Sofia (SOF) to Mashhad (MHD) follows a heading of 91° (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 Mashhad International Airport (MHD) and Sofia Airport (SOF) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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