SOF
Sofia
Bulgaria
6,537 km
4,062 miles
VAM
Maamigili
Maldives
Distance
6,537 km
4,062 mi / 3,530 nm
Est. Flight Time
9h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+3h
Europe/Sofia
Heading
118°
east southeast

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SOF VAM
Airport Name Sofia Airport Villa International Airport
IATA Code SOF VAM
ICAO Code LBSF VRMV
City Sofia Maamigili
Country Bulgaria Maldives
Timezone Europe/Sofia Indian/Maldives
Elevation 1,742 ft 7 ft
Coordinates 42.700000, 23.410000 3.470000, 72.830000

Sofia (SOF) to Maamigili (VAM) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Sofia Airport (SOF) in Sofia, Bulgaria to Villa International Airport (VAM) in Maamigili, Maldives is 6,537 kilometers (4,062 miles / 3,530 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 9h, flying east southeast at a heading of 118°.

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 Maldives. 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 09:43 in Sofia, it's 12:43 in Maamigili. 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 1,735 feet between the two airports. Villa International Airport sits lower than Sofia Airport.

The return flight from Maamigili (VAM) to Sofia (SOF) follows a heading of 319° (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 Villa International Airport (VAM) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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