RUA
Arua
Uganda
4,471 km
2,778 miles
SOF
Sofia
Bulgaria
Distance
4,471 km
2,778 mi / 2,414 nm
Est. Flight Time
6h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-1h
Africa/Kampala
Heading
351°
north

Airport Comparison

RUA SOF
Airport Name Arua Airport Sofia Airport
IATA Code RUA SOF
ICAO Code HUAR LBSF
City Arua Sofia
Country Uganda Bulgaria
Timezone Africa/Kampala Europe/Sofia
Elevation 3,951 ft 1,742 ft
Coordinates 3.050000, 30.920000 42.700000, 23.410000

Arua (RUA) to Sofia (SOF) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Arua Airport (RUA) in Arua, Uganda to Sofia Airport (SOF) in Sofia, Bulgaria is 4,471 kilometers (2,778 miles / 2,414 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying north at a heading of 351°.

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 Uganda 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 15:46 in Arua, it's 14:46 in Sofia.

There is a significant elevation difference of 2,209 feet between the two airports. Sofia Airport sits lower than Arua Airport.

The return flight from Sofia (SOF) to Arua (RUA) follows a heading of 168° (south 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 Arua Airport (RUA) and Sofia Airport (SOF) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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