SOF
Sofia
Bulgaria
1,605 km
997 miles
VLU
Velikiye Luki
Russia
Distance
1,605 km
997 mi / 867 nm
Est. Flight Time
3h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
+1h
Europe/Sofia
Heading
16°
north northeast

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SOF VLU
Airport Name Sofia Airport Velikiye Luki Airport
IATA Code SOF VLU
ICAO Code LBSF ULOL
City Sofia Velikiye Luki
Country Bulgaria Russia
Timezone Europe/Sofia Europe/Moscow
Elevation 1,742 ft 328 ft
Coordinates 42.700000, 23.410000 56.380000, 30.610000

Sofia (SOF) to Velikiye Luki (VLU) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Sofia Airport (SOF) in Sofia, Bulgaria to Velikiye Luki Airport (VLU) in Velikiye Luki, Russia is 1,605 kilometers (997 miles / 867 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 3h, flying north northeast at a heading of 16°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 01:30 in Sofia, it's 02:30 in Velikiye Luki.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,414 feet between the two airports. Velikiye Luki Airport sits lower than Sofia Airport.

The return flight from Velikiye Luki (VLU) to Sofia (SOF) follows a heading of 202° (south southwest). 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 Velikiye Luki Airport (VLU) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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