SOF
Sofia
Bulgaria
2,026 km
1,259 miles
VLC
Valencia
Spain
Distance
2,026 km
1,259 mi / 1,094 nm
Est. Flight Time
3h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
-1h
Europe/Sofia
Heading
268°
west

Airport Comparison

SOF VLC
Airport Name Sofia Airport Valencia Airport
IATA Code SOF VLC
ICAO Code LBSF LEVC
City Sofia Valencia
Country Bulgaria Spain
Timezone Europe/Sofia Europe/Madrid
Elevation 1,742 ft 240 ft
Coordinates 42.700000, 23.410000 39.490000, -0.480000

Sofia (SOF) to Valencia (VLC) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Sofia Airport (SOF) in Sofia, Bulgaria to Valencia Airport (VLC) in Valencia, Spain is 2,026 kilometers (1,259 miles / 1,094 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 3h, flying west at a heading of 268°.

This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.

This is an international route connecting Bulgaria with Spain. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 20:23 in Sofia, it's 19:23 in Valencia.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,502 feet between the two airports. Valencia Airport sits lower than Sofia Airport.

The return flight from Valencia (VLC) to Sofia (SOF) follows a heading of 72° (east northeast). 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 Valencia Airport (VLC) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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