RAI
Praia
Cape Verde
5,417 km
3,366 miles
SOF
Sofia
Bulgaria
Distance
5,417 km
3,366 mi / 2,925 nm
Est. Flight Time
7h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+3h
Atlantic/Cape_Verde
Heading
46°
northeast

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RAI SOF
Airport Name Praia International Airport Sofia Airport
IATA Code RAI SOF
ICAO Code GVNP LBSF
City Praia Sofia
Country Cape Verde Bulgaria
Timezone Atlantic/Cape_Verde Europe/Sofia
Elevation 230 ft 1,742 ft
Coordinates 14.920000, -23.490000 42.700000, 23.410000

Praia (RAI) to Sofia (SOF) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Praia International Airport (RAI) in Praia, Cape Verde to Sofia Airport (SOF) in Sofia, Bulgaria is 5,417 kilometers (3,366 miles / 2,925 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, flying northeast at a heading of 46°.

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 Cape Verde 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 11:30 in Praia, it's 14:30 in Sofia. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,512 feet between the two airports. Sofia Airport sits higher than Praia International Airport.

The return flight from Sofia (SOF) to Praia (RAI) follows a heading of 250° (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 Praia International Airport (RAI) and Sofia Airport (SOF) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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