SOF
Sofia
Bulgaria
2,284 km
1,419 miles
SWS
Swansea
United Kingdom
Distance
2,284 km
1,419 mi / 1,233 nm
Est. Flight Time
4h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
-2h
Europe/Sofia
Heading
305°
northwest

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SOF SWS
Airport Name Sofia Airport Swansea Airport
IATA Code SOF SWS
ICAO Code LBSF EGFH
City Sofia Swansea
Country Bulgaria United Kingdom
Timezone Europe/Sofia Europe/London
Elevation 1,742 ft 299 ft
Coordinates 42.700000, 23.410000 51.610000, -4.070000

Sofia (SOF) to Swansea (SWS) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Sofia Airport (SOF) in Sofia, Bulgaria to Swansea Airport (SWS) in Swansea, United Kingdom is 2,284 kilometers (1,419 miles / 1,233 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying northwest at a heading of 305°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 05:42 in Sofia, it's 03:42 in Swansea.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,443 feet between the two airports. Swansea Airport sits lower than Sofia Airport.

The return flight from Swansea (SWS) to Sofia (SOF) follows a heading of 105° (east southeast). 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 Swansea Airport (SWS) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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