SOF
Sofia
Bulgaria
2,500 km
1,554 miles
WAT
Waterford
Ireland
Distance
2,500 km
1,554 mi / 1,350 nm
Est. Flight Time
4h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
-2h
Europe/Sofia
Heading
306°
northwest

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SOF WAT
Airport Name Sofia Airport Waterford Airport
IATA Code SOF WAT
ICAO Code LBSF EIWF
City Sofia Waterford
Country Bulgaria Ireland
Timezone Europe/Sofia Europe/Dublin
Elevation 1,742 ft 119 ft
Coordinates 42.700000, 23.410000 52.190000, -7.090000

Sofia (SOF) to Waterford (WAT) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Sofia Airport (SOF) in Sofia, Bulgaria to Waterford Airport (WAT) in Waterford, Ireland is 2,500 kilometers (1,554 miles / 1,350 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying northwest at a heading of 306°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 01:52 in Sofia, it's 23:52 in Waterford.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,623 feet between the two airports. Waterford Airport sits lower than Sofia Airport.

The return flight from Waterford (WAT) to Sofia (SOF) follows a heading of 103° (east southeast). 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 Waterford Airport (WAT) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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