SCS
Shetland Islands
United Kingdom
2,577 km
1,601 miles
SOF
Sofia
Bulgaria
Distance
2,577 km
1,601 mi / 1,392 nm
Est. Flight Time
4h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
+2h
Europe/London
Heading
129°
southeast

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SCS SOF
Airport Name Scatsta Airport Sofia Airport
IATA Code SCS SOF
ICAO Code EGPM LBSF
City Shetland Islands Sofia
Country United Kingdom Bulgaria
Timezone Europe/London Europe/Sofia
Elevation 81 ft 1,742 ft
Coordinates 60.430000, -1.300000 42.700000, 23.410000

Shetland Islands (SCS) to Sofia (SOF) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Scatsta Airport (SCS) in Shetland Islands, United Kingdom to Sofia Airport (SOF) in Sofia, Bulgaria is 2,577 kilometers (1,601 miles / 1,392 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying southeast at a heading of 129°.

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 United Kingdom with Bulgaria. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 11:50 in Shetland Islands, it's 13:50 in Sofia.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,661 feet between the two airports. Sofia Airport sits higher than Scatsta Airport.

The return flight from Sofia (SOF) to Shetland Islands (SCS) follows a heading of 328° (north northwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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

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