The flight distance from Sofia Airport (SOF) in Sofia, Bulgaria to Yüksekova Selahaddin Eyyubi Airport (YKO) in Yüksekova, Turkey is 1,856 kilometers (1,153 miles / 1,002 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 3h, flying east at a heading of 101°.

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 Turkey. 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 08:19 in Sofia, it's 09:19 in Yüksekova.

There is a significant elevation difference of 4,354 feet between the two airports. Yüksekova Selahaddin Eyyubi Airport sits higher than Sofia Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Yüksekova (YKO) to Sofia (SOF) follows a heading of 294° (west 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 Yüksekova Selahaddin Eyyubi Airport (YKO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.