GGM
Kakamega
Kenya
4,853 km
3,015 miles
SOF
Sofia
Bulgaria
Distance
4,853 km
3,015 mi / 2,620 nm
Est. Flight Time
7h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-1h
Africa/Nairobi
Heading
348°
north northwest

Airport Comparison

GGM SOF
Airport Name Kakamega Airport Sofia Airport
IATA Code GGM SOF
ICAO Code HKKG LBSF
City Kakamega Sofia
Country Kenya Bulgaria
Timezone Africa/Nairobi Europe/Sofia
Elevation 5,020 ft 1,742 ft
Coordinates 0.270000, 34.790000 42.700000, 23.410000

Kakamega (GGM) to Sofia (SOF) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Kakamega Airport (GGM) in Kakamega, Kenya to Sofia Airport (SOF) in Sofia, Bulgaria is 4,853 kilometers (3,015 miles / 2,620 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, flying north northwest at a heading of 348°.

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 Kenya 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 18:54 in Kakamega, it's 17:54 in Sofia.

There is a significant elevation difference of 3,278 feet between the two airports. Sofia Airport sits lower than Kakamega Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Sofia (SOF) to Kakamega (GGM) follows a heading of 163° (south 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 Kakamega Airport (GGM) and Sofia Airport (SOF) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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