SOF
Sofia
Bulgaria
5,147 km
3,198 miles
STV
Surat Airport
India
Distance
5,147 km
3,198 mi / 2,779 nm
Est. Flight Time
7h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+3.5h
Europe/Sofia
Heading
102°
east southeast

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SOF STV
Airport Name Sofia Airport Surat Airport
IATA Code SOF STV
ICAO Code LBSF VASU
City Sofia N/A
Country Bulgaria India
Timezone Europe/Sofia Asia/Kolkata
Elevation 1,742 ft 16 ft
Coordinates 42.700000, 23.410000 21.110000, 72.740000

Sofia (SOF) to Surat Airport (STV) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Sofia Airport (SOF) in Sofia, Bulgaria to Surat Airport (STV) in Surat Airport, India is 5,147 kilometers (3,198 miles / 2,779 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, flying east southeast at a heading of 102°.

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 Bulgaria with India. It is an intercontinental flight between Europe and Asia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 20:07 in Sofia, it's 23:37 in Surat Airport. 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 1,726 feet between the two airports. Surat Airport sits lower than Sofia Airport.

The return flight from Surat Airport (STV) to Sofia (SOF) follows a heading of 310° (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 Sofia Airport (SOF) and Surat Airport (STV) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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