AUH
Abu Dhabi
United Arab Emirates
3,504 km
2,177 miles
SOF
Sofia
Bulgaria
Distance
3,504 km
2,177 mi / 1,892 nm
Est. Flight Time
5h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
-2h
Asia/Dubai
Heading
313°
northwest

Airport Comparison

AUH SOF
Airport Name Abu Dhabi International Airport Sofia Airport
IATA Code AUH SOF
ICAO Code OMAA LBSF
City Abu Dhabi Sofia
Country United Arab Emirates Bulgaria
Timezone Asia/Dubai Europe/Sofia
Elevation 88 ft 1,742 ft
Coordinates 24.430000, 54.650000 42.700000, 23.410000

Abu Dhabi (AUH) to Sofia (SOF) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH) in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates to Sofia Airport (SOF) in Sofia, Bulgaria is 3,504 kilometers (2,177 miles / 1,892 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying northwest at a heading of 313°.

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 United Arab Emirates with Bulgaria. It is an intercontinental flight between Asia and Europe. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 09:56 in Abu Dhabi, it's 07:56 in Sofia.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,654 feet between the two airports. Sofia Airport sits higher than Abu Dhabi International Airport.

The return flight from Sofia (SOF) to Abu Dhabi (AUH) follows a heading of 115° (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 Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH) and Sofia Airport (SOF) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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