SOF
Sofia
Bulgaria
8,047 km
5,000 miles
UTP
Rayong
Thailand
Distance
8,047 km
5,000 mi / 4,345 nm
Est. Flight Time
10h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+5h
Europe/Sofia
Heading
89°
east

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SOF UTP
Airport Name Sofia Airport U-Tapao International Airport
IATA Code SOF UTP
ICAO Code LBSF VTBU
City Sofia Rayong
Country Bulgaria Thailand
Timezone Europe/Sofia Asia/Bangkok
Elevation 1,742 ft 42 ft
Coordinates 42.700000, 23.410000 12.680000, 101.000000

Sofia (SOF) to Rayong (UTP) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Sofia Airport (SOF) in Sofia, Bulgaria to U-Tapao International Airport (UTP) in Rayong, Thailand is 8,047 kilometers (5,000 miles / 4,345 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying east at a heading of 89°.

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 Thailand. 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 06:52 in Sofia, it's 11:52 in Rayong. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,700 feet between the two airports. U-Tapao International Airport sits lower than Sofia Airport.

The return flight from Rayong (UTP) to Sofia (SOF) follows a heading of 311° (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 U-Tapao International Airport (UTP) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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