MRE
Masai Mara
Kenya
5,041 km
3,132 miles
SOF
Sofia
Bulgaria
Distance
5,041 km
3,132 mi / 2,722 nm
Est. Flight Time
7h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-1h
Africa/Nairobi
Heading
348°
north northwest

Airport Comparison

MRE SOF
Airport Name Mara Serena Lodge Airstrip Sofia Airport
IATA Code MRE SOF
ICAO Code HKMS LBSF
City Masai Mara Sofia
Country Kenya Bulgaria
Timezone Africa/Nairobi Europe/Sofia
Elevation 5,200 ft 1,742 ft
Coordinates -1.410000, 35.010000 42.700000, 23.410000

Masai Mara (MRE) to Sofia (SOF) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Mara Serena Lodge Airstrip (MRE) in Masai Mara, Kenya to Sofia Airport (SOF) in Sofia, Bulgaria is 5,041 kilometers (3,132 miles / 2,722 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, flying north northwest at a heading of 348°.

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 Kenya 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 20:59 in Masai Mara, it's 19:59 in Sofia.

There is a significant elevation difference of 3,458 feet between the two airports. Sofia Airport sits lower than Mara Serena Lodge Airstrip. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Sofia (SOF) to Masai Mara (MRE) follows a heading of 164° (south 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 Mara Serena Lodge Airstrip (MRE) and Sofia Airport (SOF) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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