Airport Comparison
Sofia (SOF) to Taiping (TPG) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Sofia Airport (SOF) in Sofia, Bulgaria to Taiping (Tekah) Airport (TPG) in Taiping, Malaysia is 8,605 kilometers (5,347 miles / 4,646 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying east at a heading of 95°.
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 Malaysia. 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 12:05 in Sofia, it's 18:05 in Taiping. With a 6-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.
There is a significant elevation difference of 1,702 feet between the two airports. Taiping (Tekah) Airport sits lower than Sofia Airport.
The return flight from Taiping (TPG) to Sofia (SOF) follows a heading of 313° (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 Taiping (Tekah) Airport (TPG) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.