CAI
Cairo
Egypt
1,570 km
975 miles
SOF
Sofia
Bulgaria
Distance
1,570 km
975 mi / 847 nm
Est. Flight Time
3h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
+0h
Africa/Cairo
Heading
335°
north northwest

Airport Comparison

CAI SOF
Airport Name Cairo International Airport Sofia Airport
IATA Code CAI SOF
ICAO Code HECA LBSF
City Cairo Sofia
Country Egypt Bulgaria
Timezone Africa/Cairo Europe/Sofia
Elevation 382 ft 1,742 ft
Coordinates 30.120000, 31.410000 42.700000, 23.410000

Cairo (CAI) to Sofia (SOF) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Cairo International Airport (CAI) in Cairo, Egypt to Sofia Airport (SOF) in Sofia, Bulgaria is 1,570 kilometers (975 miles / 847 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 3h, flying north northwest at a heading of 335°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 07:56 in Cairo, it's 07:56 in Sofia.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,360 feet between the two airports. Sofia Airport sits higher than Cairo International Airport.

The return flight from Sofia (SOF) to Cairo (CAI) follows a heading of 150° (south 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 Cairo International Airport (CAI) and Sofia Airport (SOF) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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