NCS
Newcastle
South Africa
7,865 km
4,887 miles
SOF
Sofia
Bulgaria
Distance
7,865 km
4,887 mi / 4,247 nm
Est. Flight Time
10h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+0h
Africa/Johannesburg
Heading
355°
north

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NCS SOF
Airport Name Newcastle Airport Sofia Airport
IATA Code NCS SOF
ICAO Code FANC LBSF
City Newcastle Sofia
Country South Africa Bulgaria
Timezone Africa/Johannesburg Europe/Sofia
Elevation 4,074 ft 1,742 ft
Coordinates -27.770000, 29.980000 42.700000, 23.410000

Newcastle (NCS) to Sofia (SOF) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Newcastle Airport (NCS) in Newcastle, South Africa to Sofia Airport (SOF) in Sofia, Bulgaria is 7,865 kilometers (4,887 miles / 4,247 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying north at a heading of 355°.

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 15:16 in Newcastle, it's 15:16 in Sofia.

There is a significant elevation difference of 2,332 feet between the two airports. Sofia Airport sits lower than Newcastle Airport.

The return flight from Sofia (SOF) to Newcastle (NCS) follows a heading of 174° (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 Newcastle Airport (NCS) and Sofia Airport (SOF) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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