HAM
Hamburg
Germany
1,566 km
973 miles
SOF
Sofia
Bulgaria
Distance
1,566 km
973 mi / 845 nm
Est. Flight Time
3h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
+1h
Europe/Berlin
Heading
135°
southeast

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HAM SOF
Airport Name Hamburg Airport Sofia Airport
IATA Code HAM SOF
ICAO Code EDDH LBSF
City Hamburg Sofia
Country Germany Bulgaria
Timezone Europe/Berlin Europe/Sofia
Elevation 53 ft 1,742 ft
Coordinates 53.630000, 9.990000 42.700000, 23.410000

Hamburg (HAM) to Sofia (SOF) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Hamburg Airport (HAM) in Hamburg, Germany to Sofia Airport (SOF) in Sofia, Bulgaria is 1,566 kilometers (973 miles / 845 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 3h, flying southeast at a heading of 135°.

This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.

This is an international route connecting Germany with Bulgaria. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 06:56 in Hamburg, it's 07:56 in Sofia.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,689 feet between the two airports. Sofia Airport sits higher than Hamburg Airport.

The return flight from Sofia (SOF) to Hamburg (HAM) follows a heading of 326° (northwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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

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