RCS
Rochester
United Kingdom
1,973 km
1,226 miles
SOF
Sofia
Bulgaria
Distance
1,973 km
1,226 mi / 1,065 nm
Est. Flight Time
3h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
+2h
Europe/London
Heading
110°
east southeast

Airport Comparison

RCS SOF
Airport Name Rochester Airport Sofia Airport
IATA Code RCS SOF
ICAO Code EGTO LBSF
City Rochester Sofia
Country United Kingdom Bulgaria
Timezone Europe/London Europe/Sofia
Elevation 436 ft 1,742 ft
Coordinates 51.350000, 0.500000 42.700000, 23.410000

Rochester (RCS) to Sofia (SOF) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Rochester Airport (RCS) in Rochester, United Kingdom to Sofia Airport (SOF) in Sofia, Bulgaria is 1,973 kilometers (1,226 miles / 1,065 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 3h, flying east southeast at a heading of 110°.

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 13:00 in Rochester, it's 15:00 in Sofia.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,306 feet between the two airports. Sofia Airport sits higher than Rochester Airport.

The return flight from Sofia (SOF) to Rochester (RCS) follows a heading of 307° (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 Rochester Airport (RCS) and Sofia Airport (SOF) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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