The flight distance from Cigli Airport (IGL) in Izmir, Turkey to Sofia Airport (SOF) in Sofia, Bulgaria is 556 kilometers (346 miles / 300 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 2h, flying north northwest at a heading of 328°.

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 Turkey 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 18:09 in Izmir, it's 17:09 in Sofia.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,726 feet between the two airports. Sofia Airport sits higher than Cigli Airport.

The return flight from Sofia (SOF) to Izmir (IGL) follows a heading of 146° (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 Cigli Airport (IGL) and Sofia Airport (SOF) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.