FAO
Faro
Portugal
2,735 km
1,700 miles
SOF
Sofia
Bulgaria
Distance
2,735 km
1,700 mi / 1,477 nm
Est. Flight Time
4h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
+2h
Europe/Lisbon
Heading
67°
east northeast

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FAO SOF
Airport Name Faro Airport Sofia Airport
IATA Code FAO SOF
ICAO Code LPFR LBSF
City Faro Sofia
Country Portugal Bulgaria
Timezone Europe/Lisbon Europe/Sofia
Elevation 24 ft 1,742 ft
Coordinates 37.010000, -7.970000 42.700000, 23.410000

Faro (FAO) to Sofia (SOF) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Faro Airport (FAO) in Faro, Portugal to Sofia Airport (SOF) in Sofia, Bulgaria is 2,735 kilometers (1,700 miles / 1,477 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying east northeast at a heading of 67°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 07:43 in Faro, it's 09:43 in Sofia.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,718 feet between the two airports. Sofia Airport sits higher than Faro Airport.

The return flight from Sofia (SOF) to Faro (FAO) follows a heading of 267° (west). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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

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