GAN
Gan
Maldives
6,914 km
4,296 miles
SOF
Sofia
Bulgaria
Distance
6,914 km
4,296 mi / 3,734 nm
Est. Flight Time
9h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-3h
Indian/Maldives
Heading
321°
northwest

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GAN SOF
Airport Name Gan International Airport Sofia Airport
IATA Code GAN SOF
ICAO Code VRMG LBSF
City Gan Sofia
Country Maldives Bulgaria
Timezone Indian/Maldives Europe/Sofia
Elevation 7 ft 1,742 ft
Coordinates -0.690000, 73.160000 42.700000, 23.410000

Gan (GAN) to Sofia (SOF) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Gan International Airport (GAN) in Gan, Maldives to Sofia Airport (SOF) in Sofia, Bulgaria is 6,914 kilometers (4,296 miles / 3,734 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 9h, flying northwest at a heading of 321°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 17:46 in Gan, it's 14:46 in Sofia. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,735 feet between the two airports. Sofia Airport sits higher than Gan International Airport.

The return flight from Sofia (SOF) to Gan (GAN) follows a heading of 120° (east 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 Gan International Airport (GAN) and Sofia Airport (SOF) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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