DUR
Durban
South Africa
8,079 km
5,020 miles
SOF
Sofia
Bulgaria
Distance
8,079 km
5,020 mi / 4,362 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+0h
Africa/Johannesburg
Heading
354°
north

Airport Comparison

DUR SOF
Airport Name King Shaka International Airport Sofia Airport
IATA Code DUR SOF
ICAO Code FALE LBSF
City Durban Sofia
Country South Africa Bulgaria
Timezone Africa/Johannesburg Europe/Sofia
Elevation 295 ft 1,742 ft
Coordinates -29.610000, 31.120000 42.700000, 23.410000

Durban (DUR) to Sofia (SOF) Flight Distance

The flight distance from King Shaka International Airport (DUR) in Durban, South Africa to Sofia Airport (SOF) in Sofia, Bulgaria is 8,079 kilometers (5,020 miles / 4,362 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying north at a heading of 354°.

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 South Africa 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 00:44 in Durban, it's 00:44 in Sofia.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,447 feet between the two airports. Sofia Airport sits higher than King Shaka International Airport.

The return flight from Sofia (SOF) to Durban (DUR) follows a heading of 173° (south). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the King Shaka International Airport (DUR) and Sofia Airport (SOF) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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