LKZ
Lakenheath
United Kingdom
2,013 km
1,251 miles
SOF
Sofia
Bulgaria
Distance
2,013 km
1,251 mi / 1,087 nm
Est. Flight Time
3h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
+2h
Europe/London
Heading
113°
east southeast

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LKZ SOF
Airport Name RAF Lakenheath Sofia Airport
IATA Code LKZ SOF
ICAO Code EGUL LBSF
City Lakenheath Sofia
Country United Kingdom Bulgaria
Timezone Europe/London Europe/Sofia
Elevation 32 ft 1,742 ft
Coordinates 52.410000, 0.560000 42.700000, 23.410000

Lakenheath (LKZ) to Sofia (SOF) Flight Distance

The flight distance from RAF Lakenheath (LKZ) in Lakenheath, United Kingdom to Sofia Airport (SOF) in Sofia, Bulgaria is 2,013 kilometers (1,251 miles / 1,087 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 3h, flying east southeast at a heading of 113°.

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 United Kingdom with Bulgaria. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 14:36 in Lakenheath, it's 16:36 in Sofia.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,710 feet between the two airports. Sofia Airport sits higher than RAF Lakenheath.

The return flight from Sofia (SOF) to Lakenheath (LKZ) follows a heading of 310° (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 RAF Lakenheath (LKZ) and Sofia Airport (SOF) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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