MZQ
Mkuze
South Africa
7,870 km
4,890 miles
SOF
Sofia
Bulgaria
Distance
7,870 km
4,890 mi / 4,250 nm
Est. Flight Time
10h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+0h
Africa/Johannesburg
Heading
353°
north

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MZQ SOF
Airport Name Mkuze Airport Sofia Airport
IATA Code MZQ SOF
ICAO Code FAMU LBSF
City Mkuze Sofia
Country South Africa Bulgaria
Timezone Africa/Johannesburg Europe/Sofia
Elevation 400 ft 1,742 ft
Coordinates -27.630000, 32.040000 42.700000, 23.410000

Mkuze (MZQ) to Sofia (SOF) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Mkuze Airport (MZQ) in Mkuze, South Africa to Sofia Airport (SOF) in Sofia, Bulgaria is 7,870 kilometers (4,890 miles / 4,250 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying north at a heading of 353°.

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 17:15 in Mkuze, it's 17:15 in Sofia.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,342 feet between the two airports. Sofia Airport sits higher than Mkuze Airport.

The return flight from Sofia (SOF) to Mkuze (MZQ) 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 Mkuze Airport (MZQ) and Sofia Airport (SOF) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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