GRJ
George
South Africa
8,530 km
5,301 miles
SOF
Sofia
Bulgaria
Distance
8,530 km
5,301 mi / 4,606 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+0h
Africa/Johannesburg
Heading
north

Airport Comparison

GRJ SOF
Airport Name George Airport Sofia Airport
IATA Code GRJ SOF
ICAO Code FAGG LBSF
City George Sofia
Country South Africa Bulgaria
Timezone Africa/Johannesburg Europe/Sofia
Elevation 648 ft 1,742 ft
Coordinates -34.010000, 22.380000 42.700000, 23.410000

George (GRJ) to Sofia (SOF) Flight Distance

The flight distance from George Airport (GRJ) in George, South Africa to Sofia Airport (SOF) in Sofia, Bulgaria is 8,530 kilometers (5,301 miles / 4,606 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying north at a heading of 1°.

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 18:53 in George, it's 18:53 in Sofia.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,094 feet between the two airports. Sofia Airport sits higher than George Airport.

The return flight from Sofia (SOF) to George (GRJ) follows a heading of 181° (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 George Airport (GRJ) and Sofia Airport (SOF) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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