EMG
Empangeni
South Africa
7,989 km
4,964 miles
SOF
Sofia
Bulgaria
Distance
7,989 km
4,964 mi / 4,314 nm
Est. Flight Time
10h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+0h
Africa/Johannesburg
Heading
353°
north

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EMG SOF
Airport Name Empangeni Airport Sofia Airport
IATA Code EMG SOF
ICAO Code FAEM LBSF
City Empangeni Sofia
Country South Africa Bulgaria
Timezone Africa/Johannesburg Europe/Sofia
Elevation 251 ft 1,742 ft
Coordinates -28.720000, 31.890000 42.700000, 23.410000

Empangeni (EMG) to Sofia (SOF) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Empangeni Airport (EMG) in Empangeni, South Africa to Sofia Airport (SOF) in Sofia, Bulgaria is 7,989 kilometers (4,964 miles / 4,314 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying north at a heading of 353°.

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 19:58 in Empangeni, it's 19:58 in Sofia.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,491 feet between the two airports. Sofia Airport sits higher than Empangeni Airport.

The return flight from Sofia (SOF) to Empangeni (EMG) follows a heading of 172° (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 Empangeni Airport (EMG) and Sofia Airport (SOF) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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