NQY
Newquay
United Kingdom
2,318 km
1,441 miles
SOF
Sofia
Bulgaria
Distance
2,318 km
1,441 mi / 1,252 nm
Est. Flight Time
4h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
+2h
Europe/London
Heading
101°
east

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NQY SOF
Airport Name Newquay Cornwall Airport Sofia Airport
IATA Code NQY SOF
ICAO Code EGHQ LBSF
City Newquay Sofia
Country United Kingdom Bulgaria
Timezone Europe/London Europe/Sofia
Elevation 390 ft 1,742 ft
Coordinates 50.440000, -5.000000 42.700000, 23.410000

Newquay (NQY) to Sofia (SOF) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Newquay Cornwall Airport (NQY) in Newquay, United Kingdom to Sofia Airport (SOF) in Sofia, Bulgaria is 2,318 kilometers (1,441 miles / 1,252 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying east at a heading of 101°.

This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.

This is an international route connecting United Kingdom with Bulgaria. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 18:50 in Newquay, it's 20:50 in Sofia.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,352 feet between the two airports. Sofia Airport sits higher than Newquay Cornwall Airport.

The return flight from Sofia (SOF) to Newquay (NQY) follows a heading of 302° (west northwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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

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