EDI
Edinburgh
United Kingdom
2,411 km
1,498 miles
SOF
Sofia
Bulgaria
Distance
2,411 km
1,498 mi / 1,302 nm
Est. Flight Time
4h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
+2h
Europe/London
Heading
116°
east southeast

Airport Comparison

EDI SOF
Airport Name Edinburgh Airport Sofia Airport
IATA Code EDI SOF
ICAO Code EGPH LBSF
City Edinburgh Sofia
Country United Kingdom Bulgaria
Timezone Europe/London Europe/Sofia
Elevation 135 ft 1,742 ft
Coordinates 55.950000, -3.370000 42.700000, 23.410000

Edinburgh (EDI) to Sofia (SOF) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) in Edinburgh, United Kingdom to Sofia Airport (SOF) in Sofia, Bulgaria is 2,411 kilometers (1,498 miles / 1,302 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying east southeast at a heading of 116°.

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 Kingdom with Bulgaria. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 16:03 in Edinburgh, it's 18:03 in Sofia.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,607 feet between the two airports. Sofia Airport sits higher than Edinburgh Airport.

The return flight from Sofia (SOF) to Edinburgh (EDI) follows a heading of 317° (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 Edinburgh Airport (EDI) and Sofia Airport (SOF) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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