SLV
Shimla Airport
India
4,858 km
3,019 miles
SOF
Sofia
Bulgaria
Distance
4,858 km
3,019 mi / 2,623 nm
Est. Flight Time
7h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-3.5h
Asia/Kolkata
Heading
301°
west northwest

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SLV SOF
Airport Name Shimla Airport Sofia Airport
IATA Code SLV SOF
ICAO Code VISM LBSF
City N/A Sofia
Country India Bulgaria
Timezone Asia/Kolkata Europe/Sofia
Elevation 5,072 ft 1,742 ft
Coordinates 31.080000, 77.070000 42.700000, 23.410000

Shimla Airport (SLV) to Sofia (SOF) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Shimla Airport (SLV) in Shimla Airport, India to Sofia Airport (SOF) in Sofia, Bulgaria is 4,858 kilometers (3,019 miles / 2,623 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, flying west northwest at a heading of 301°.

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 India 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 06:24 in Shimla Airport, it's 02:54 in Sofia. The 3.5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 3,330 feet between the two airports. Sofia Airport sits lower than Shimla Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Sofia (SOF) to Shimla Airport (SLV) follows a heading of 87° (east). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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

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