SOF
Sofia
Bulgaria
8,267 km
5,137 miles
VNA
Saravane
Laos
Distance
8,267 km
5,137 mi / 4,464 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+5h
Europe/Sofia
Heading
83°
east

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SOF VNA
Airport Name Sofia Airport Saravane Airport
IATA Code SOF VNA
ICAO Code LBSF VLSV
City Sofia Saravane
Country Bulgaria Laos
Timezone Europe/Sofia Asia/Vientiane
Elevation 1,742 ft 574 ft
Coordinates 42.700000, 23.410000 15.710000, 106.410000

Sofia (SOF) to Saravane (VNA) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Sofia Airport (SOF) in Sofia, Bulgaria to Saravane Airport (VNA) in Saravane, Laos is 8,267 kilometers (5,137 miles / 4,464 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying east at a heading of 83°.

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 Laos. 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 15:53 in Sofia, it's 20:53 in Saravane. 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 1,168 feet between the two airports. Saravane Airport sits lower than Sofia Airport.

The return flight from Saravane (VNA) 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 Saravane Airport (VNA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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