NCL
Newcastle
United Kingdom
2,271 km
1,411 miles
SOF
Sofia
Bulgaria
Distance
2,271 km
1,411 mi / 1,226 nm
Est. Flight Time
4h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
+2h
Europe/London
Heading
117°
east southeast

Airport Comparison

NCL SOF
Airport Name Newcastle Airport Sofia Airport
IATA Code NCL SOF
ICAO Code EGNT LBSF
City Newcastle Sofia
Country United Kingdom Bulgaria
Timezone Europe/London Europe/Sofia
Elevation 266 ft 1,742 ft
Coordinates 55.040000, -1.690000 42.700000, 23.410000

Newcastle (NCL) to Sofia (SOF) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Newcastle Airport (NCL) in Newcastle, United Kingdom to Sofia Airport (SOF) in Sofia, Bulgaria is 2,271 kilometers (1,411 miles / 1,226 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying east southeast at a heading of 117°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 13:33 in Newcastle, it's 15:33 in Sofia.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,476 feet between the two airports. Sofia Airport sits higher than Newcastle Airport.

The return flight from Sofia (SOF) to Newcastle (NCL) follows a heading of 316° (northwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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

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