SOF
Sofia
Bulgaria
7,358 km
4,572 miles
WVB
Walvis Bay
Namibia
Distance
7,358 km
4,572 mi / 3,973 nm
Est. Flight Time
10h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+0h
Europe/Sofia
Heading
189°
south

Airport Comparison

SOF WVB
Airport Name Sofia Airport Walvis Bay Airport
IATA Code SOF WVB
ICAO Code LBSF FYWB
City Sofia Walvis Bay
Country Bulgaria Namibia
Timezone Europe/Sofia Africa/Windhoek
Elevation 1,742 ft 299 ft
Coordinates 42.700000, 23.410000 -22.980000, 14.650000

Sofia (SOF) to Walvis Bay (WVB) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Sofia Airport (SOF) in Sofia, Bulgaria to Walvis Bay Airport (WVB) in Walvis Bay, Namibia is 7,358 kilometers (4,572 miles / 3,973 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying south at a heading of 189°.

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 Namibia. It is an intercontinental flight between Europe and Africa. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 12:05 in Sofia, it's 12:05 in Walvis Bay.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,443 feet between the two airports. Walvis Bay Airport sits lower than Sofia Airport.

The return flight from Walvis Bay (WVB) to Sofia (SOF) follows a heading of 7° (north). 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 Walvis Bay Airport (WVB) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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