SOF
Sofia
Bulgaria
364 km
226 miles
VAR
Varna
Bulgaria
Distance
364 km
226 mi / 197 nm
Est. Flight Time
1h
Regional route
Time Difference
+0h
Europe/Sofia
Heading
79°
east

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SOF VAR
Airport Name Sofia Airport Varna Airport
IATA Code SOF VAR
ICAO Code LBSF LBWN
City Sofia Varna
Country Bulgaria Bulgaria
Timezone Europe/Sofia Europe/Sofia
Elevation 1,742 ft 230 ft
Coordinates 42.700000, 23.410000 43.230000, 27.830000

Sofia (SOF) to Varna (VAR) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Sofia Airport (SOF) in Sofia, Bulgaria to Varna Airport (VAR) in Varna, Bulgaria is 364 kilometers (226 miles / 197 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 1h, flying east at a heading of 79°.

This is a short regional route, typically operated by turboprop or small regional jet aircraft. Flight time is minimal and passengers can expect a quick, efficient journey.

This is a domestic route within Bulgaria. Both airports operate in the same country, which may simplify travel requirements and documentation.

Time zone information: When it's 15:36 in Sofia, it's 15:36 in Varna.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,512 feet between the two airports. Varna Airport sits lower than Sofia Airport.

The return flight from Varna (VAR) to Sofia (SOF) follows a heading of 262° (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 Varna Airport (VAR) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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