RAF
Rafaela
Argentina
11,925 km
7,410 miles
SOF
Sofia
Bulgaria
Distance
11,925 km
7,410 mi / 6,439 nm
Est. Flight Time
15h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
+5h
America/Argentina/Cordoba
Heading
50°
northeast

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RAF SOF
Airport Name Rafaela Airport Sofia Airport
IATA Code RAF SOF
ICAO Code SAFR LBSF
City Rafaela Sofia
Country Argentina Bulgaria
Timezone America/Argentina/Cordoba Europe/Sofia
Elevation 325 ft 1,742 ft
Coordinates -31.280000, -61.500000 42.700000, 23.410000

Rafaela (RAF) to Sofia (SOF) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Rafaela Airport (RAF) in Rafaela, Argentina to Sofia Airport (SOF) in Sofia, Bulgaria is 11,925 kilometers (7,410 miles / 6,439 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, flying northeast at a heading of 50°.

This is an ultra-long-haul route, one of the longest in aviation. It requires wide-body aircraft with extended range capability such as the Airbus A350-900ULR or Boeing 777-200LR. Passengers should prepare for an extended flight with multiple meal services.

This is an international route connecting Argentina with Bulgaria. It is an intercontinental flight between South America and Europe. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 01:52 in Rafaela, it's 06:52 in Sofia. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,417 feet between the two airports. Sofia Airport sits higher than Rafaela Airport.

The return flight from Sofia (SOF) to Rafaela (RAF) follows a heading of 243° (west southwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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

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