SNN
Shannon
Ireland
2,634 km
1,636 miles
SOF
Sofia
Bulgaria
Distance
2,634 km
1,636 mi / 1,422 nm
Est. Flight Time
4h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
+2h
Europe/Dublin
Heading
102°
east southeast

Airport Comparison

SNN SOF
Airport Name Shannon Airport Sofia Airport
IATA Code SNN SOF
ICAO Code EINN LBSF
City Shannon Sofia
Country Ireland Bulgaria
Timezone Europe/Dublin Europe/Sofia
Elevation 46 ft 1,742 ft
Coordinates 52.700000, -8.920000 42.700000, 23.410000

Shannon (SNN) to Sofia (SOF) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Shannon Airport (SNN) in Shannon, Ireland to Sofia Airport (SOF) in Sofia, Bulgaria is 2,634 kilometers (1,636 miles / 1,422 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying east southeast at a heading of 102°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 19:12 in Shannon, it's 21:12 in Sofia.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,696 feet between the two airports. Sofia Airport sits higher than Shannon Airport.

The return flight from Sofia (SOF) to Shannon (SNN) follows a heading of 306° (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 Shannon Airport (SNN) and Sofia Airport (SOF) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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