LZA
Luiza
DR Congo
5,547 km
3,447 miles
SOF
Sofia
Bulgaria
Distance
5,547 km
3,447 mi / 2,995 nm
Est. Flight Time
8h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+0h
Africa/Lubumbashi
Heading
north

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LZA SOF
Airport Name Luiza Airport Sofia Airport
IATA Code LZA SOF
ICAO Code FZUG LBSF
City Luiza Sofia
Country DR Congo Bulgaria
Timezone Africa/Lubumbashi Europe/Sofia
Elevation 2,890 ft 1,742 ft
Coordinates -7.180000, 22.400000 42.700000, 23.410000

Luiza (LZA) to Sofia (SOF) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Luiza Airport (LZA) in Luiza, DR Congo to Sofia Airport (SOF) in Sofia, Bulgaria is 5,547 kilometers (3,447 miles / 2,995 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 8h, flying north at a heading of 1°.

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 DR Congo 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 14:46 in Luiza, it's 14:46 in Sofia.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,148 feet between the two airports. Sofia Airport sits lower than Luiza Airport.

The return flight from Sofia (SOF) to Luiza (LZA) follows a heading of 181° (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 Luiza Airport (LZA) and Sofia Airport (SOF) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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