LLE
Malelane
South Africa
7,622 km
4,736 miles
SOF
Sofia
Bulgaria
Distance
7,622 km
4,736 mi / 4,115 nm
Est. Flight Time
10h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+0h
Africa/Johannesburg
Heading
354°
north

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LLE SOF
Airport Name Riverside Airport Sofia Airport
IATA Code LLE SOF
ICAO Code FAMN LBSF
City Malelane Sofia
Country South Africa Bulgaria
Timezone Africa/Johannesburg Europe/Sofia
Elevation 1,024 ft 1,742 ft
Coordinates -25.430000, 31.580000 42.700000, 23.410000

Malelane (LLE) to Sofia (SOF) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Riverside Airport (LLE) in Malelane, South Africa to Sofia Airport (SOF) in Sofia, Bulgaria is 7,622 kilometers (4,736 miles / 4,115 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying north at a heading of 354°.

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 19:58 in Malelane, it's 19:58 in Sofia.

The return flight from Sofia (SOF) to Malelane (LLE) follows a heading of 172° (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 Riverside Airport (LLE) and Sofia Airport (SOF) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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