SBU
Springbok
South Africa
8,069 km
5,014 miles
SOF
Sofia
Bulgaria
Distance
8,069 km
5,014 mi / 4,357 nm
Est. Flight Time
10h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+0h
Africa/Johannesburg
Heading
north

Airport Comparison

SBU SOF
Airport Name Springbok Airport Sofia Airport
IATA Code SBU SOF
ICAO Code FASB LBSF
City Springbok Sofia
Country South Africa Bulgaria
Timezone Africa/Johannesburg Europe/Sofia
Elevation 2,690 ft 1,742 ft
Coordinates -29.690000, 17.940000 42.700000, 23.410000

Springbok (SBU) to Sofia (SOF) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Springbok Airport (SBU) in Springbok, South Africa to Sofia Airport (SOF) in Sofia, Bulgaria is 8,069 kilometers (5,014 miles / 4,357 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying north at a heading of 4°.

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 14:40 in Springbok, it's 14:40 in Sofia.

The return flight from Sofia (SOF) to Springbok (SBU) follows a heading of 185° (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 Springbok Airport (SBU) and Sofia Airport (SOF) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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