SOF
Sofia
Bulgaria
4,195 km
2,607 miles
UEN
Urengoy
Russia
Distance
4,195 km
2,607 mi / 2,265 nm
Est. Flight Time
6h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+3h
Europe/Sofia
Heading
33°
north northeast

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SOF UEN
Airport Name Sofia Airport Urengoy Airport
IATA Code SOF UEN
ICAO Code LBSF USDU
City Sofia Urengoy
Country Bulgaria Russia
Timezone Europe/Sofia Asia/Yekaterinburg
Elevation 1,742 ft 56 ft
Coordinates 42.700000, 23.410000 65.960000, 78.440000

Sofia (SOF) to Urengoy (UEN) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Sofia Airport (SOF) in Sofia, Bulgaria to Urengoy Airport (UEN) in Urengoy, Russia is 4,195 kilometers (2,607 miles / 2,265 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying north northeast at a heading of 33°.

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 Russia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 20:37 in Sofia, it's 23:37 in Urengoy. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,686 feet between the two airports. Urengoy Airport sits lower than Sofia Airport.

The return flight from Urengoy (UEN) to Sofia (SOF) follows a heading of 260° (west). 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 Urengoy Airport (UEN) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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