NAT
Natal
Brazil
7,997 km
4,969 miles
SOF
Sofia
Bulgaria
Distance
7,997 km
4,969 mi / 4,318 nm
Est. Flight Time
10h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+5h
America/Recife
Heading
41°
northeast

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NAT SOF
Airport Name Augusto Severo Airport Sofia Airport
IATA Code NAT SOF
ICAO Code SBNT LBSF
City Natal Sofia
Country Brazil Bulgaria
Timezone America/Recife Europe/Sofia
Elevation 169 ft 1,742 ft
Coordinates -5.910000, -35.250000 42.700000, 23.410000

Natal (NAT) to Sofia (SOF) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Augusto Severo Airport (NAT) in Natal, Brazil to Sofia Airport (SOF) in Sofia, Bulgaria is 7,997 kilometers (4,969 miles / 4,318 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying northeast at a heading of 41°.

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 Brazil with Bulgaria. It is an intercontinental flight between South America and Europe. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 09:48 in Natal, it's 14:48 in Sofia. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,573 feet between the two airports. Sofia Airport sits higher than Augusto Severo Airport.

The return flight from Sofia (SOF) to Natal (NAT) follows a heading of 243° (west southwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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

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