RIY
Riyan
Yemen
3,983 km
2,475 miles
SOF
Sofia
Bulgaria
Distance
3,983 km
2,475 mi / 2,151 nm
Est. Flight Time
6h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
-1h
Asia/Aden
Heading
327°
north northwest

Airport Comparison

RIY SOF
Airport Name Mukalla International Airport Sofia Airport
IATA Code RIY SOF
ICAO Code OYRN LBSF
City Riyan Sofia
Country Yemen Bulgaria
Timezone Asia/Aden Europe/Sofia
Elevation 54 ft 1,742 ft
Coordinates 14.660000, 49.380000 42.700000, 23.410000

Riyan (RIY) to Sofia (SOF) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Mukalla International Airport (RIY) in Riyan, Yemen to Sofia Airport (SOF) in Sofia, Bulgaria is 3,983 kilometers (2,475 miles / 2,151 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying north northwest at a heading of 327°.

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 Yemen 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 22:52 in Riyan, it's 21:52 in Sofia.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,688 feet between the two airports. Sofia Airport sits higher than Mukalla International Airport.

The return flight from Sofia (SOF) to Riyan (RIY) follows a heading of 134° (southeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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

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