PCF
Potchefstroom
South Africa
7,723 km
4,799 miles
SOF
Sofia
Bulgaria
Distance
7,723 km
4,799 mi / 4,170 nm
Est. Flight Time
10h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+0h
Africa/Johannesburg
Heading
357°
north

Airport Comparison

PCF SOF
Airport Name Potchefstroom Airport Sofia Airport
IATA Code PCF SOF
ICAO Code FAPS LBSF
City Potchefstroom Sofia
Country South Africa Bulgaria
Timezone Africa/Johannesburg Europe/Sofia
Elevation 4,520 ft 1,742 ft
Coordinates -26.670000, 27.080000 42.700000, 23.410000

Potchefstroom (PCF) to Sofia (SOF) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Potchefstroom Airport (PCF) in Potchefstroom, South Africa to Sofia Airport (SOF) in Sofia, Bulgaria is 7,723 kilometers (4,799 miles / 4,170 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying north at a heading of 357°.

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 21:12 in Potchefstroom, it's 21:12 in Sofia.

There is a significant elevation difference of 2,778 feet between the two airports. Sofia Airport sits lower than Potchefstroom Airport.

The return flight from Sofia (SOF) to Potchefstroom (PCF) follows a heading of 176° (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 Potchefstroom Airport (PCF) and Sofia Airport (SOF) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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