IES
Riesa
Germany
1,220 km
758 miles
SOF
Sofia
Bulgaria
Distance
1,220 km
758 mi / 659 nm
Est. Flight Time
2h
Short-haul route
Time Difference
+1h
Europe/Berlin
Heading
138°
southeast

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IES SOF
Airport Name Riesa-Gohlis Airport Sofia Airport
IATA Code IES SOF
ICAO Code EDAU LBSF
City Riesa Sofia
Country Germany Bulgaria
Timezone Europe/Berlin Europe/Sofia
Elevation 322 ft 1,742 ft
Coordinates 51.290000, 13.360000 42.700000, 23.410000

Riesa (IES) to Sofia (SOF) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Riesa-Gohlis Airport (IES) in Riesa, Germany to Sofia Airport (SOF) in Sofia, Bulgaria is 1,220 kilometers (758 miles / 659 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 2h, flying southeast at a heading of 138°.

This is a short-haul route typically served by narrow-body aircraft such as the Boeing 737 or Airbus A320 family. In-flight service is usually limited to drinks and light snacks.

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 22:11 in Riesa, it's 23:11 in Sofia.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,420 feet between the two airports. Sofia Airport sits higher than Riesa-Gohlis Airport.

The return flight from Sofia (SOF) to Riesa (IES) follows a heading of 325° (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 Riesa-Gohlis Airport (IES) and Sofia Airport (SOF) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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