The flight distance from Svalbard Airport Longyear (LYR) in Longyearbyen, Norway to Sofia Airport (SOF) in Sofia, Bulgaria is 3,969 kilometers (2,466 miles / 2,143 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying south at a heading of 170°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 16:54 in Longyearbyen, it's 17:54 in Sofia.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,654 feet between the two airports. Sofia Airport sits higher than Svalbard Airport Longyear.

The return flight from Sofia (SOF) to Longyearbyen (LYR) follows a heading of 357° (north). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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