GIL
Gilgit
Pakistan
4,378 km
2,720 miles
SOF
Sofia
Bulgaria
Distance
4,378 km
2,720 mi / 2,364 nm
Est. Flight Time
6h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-3h
Asia/Karachi
Heading
296°
west northwest

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GIL SOF
Airport Name Gilgit Airport Sofia Airport
IATA Code GIL SOF
ICAO Code OPGT LBSF
City Gilgit Sofia
Country Pakistan Bulgaria
Timezone Asia/Karachi Europe/Sofia
Elevation 4,796 ft 1,742 ft
Coordinates 35.920000, 74.330000 42.700000, 23.410000

Gilgit (GIL) to Sofia (SOF) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Gilgit Airport (GIL) in Gilgit, Pakistan to Sofia Airport (SOF) in Sofia, Bulgaria is 4,378 kilometers (2,720 miles / 2,364 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying west northwest at a heading of 296°.

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 Pakistan 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 22:58 in Gilgit, it's 19:58 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 3,054 feet between the two airports. Sofia Airport sits lower than Gilgit Airport.

The return flight from Sofia (SOF) to Gilgit (GIL) follows a heading of 82° (east). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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

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