GCJ
Midrand
South Africa
7,653 km
4,756 miles
SOF
Sofia
Bulgaria
Distance
7,653 km
4,756 mi / 4,132 nm
Est. Flight Time
10h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+0h
Africa/Johannesburg
Heading
356°
north

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GCJ SOF
Airport Name Grand Central Airport Sofia Airport
IATA Code GCJ SOF
ICAO Code FAGC LBSF
City Midrand Sofia
Country South Africa Bulgaria
Timezone Africa/Johannesburg Europe/Sofia
Elevation 5,325 ft 1,742 ft
Coordinates -25.990000, 28.140000 42.700000, 23.410000

Midrand (GCJ) to Sofia (SOF) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Grand Central Airport (GCJ) in Midrand, South Africa to Sofia Airport (SOF) in Sofia, Bulgaria is 7,653 kilometers (4,756 miles / 4,132 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying north at a heading of 356°.

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 17:54 in Midrand, it's 17:54 in Sofia.

There is a significant elevation difference of 3,583 feet between the two airports. Sofia Airport sits lower than Grand Central Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Sofia (SOF) to Midrand (GCJ) follows a heading of 175° (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 Grand Central Airport (GCJ) and Sofia Airport (SOF) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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