SOF
Sofia
Bulgaria
4,511 km
2,803 miles
SXR
Srinagar
India
Distance
4,511 km
2,803 mi / 2,436 nm
Est. Flight Time
6h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+3.5h
Europe/Sofia
Heading
85°
east

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SOF SXR
Airport Name Sofia Airport Sheikh ul Alam Airport
IATA Code SOF SXR
ICAO Code LBSF VISR
City Sofia Srinagar
Country Bulgaria India
Timezone Europe/Sofia Asia/Kolkata
Elevation 1,742 ft 5,429 ft
Coordinates 42.700000, 23.410000 33.990000, 74.770000

Sofia (SOF) to Srinagar (SXR) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Sofia Airport (SOF) in Sofia, Bulgaria to Sheikh ul Alam Airport (SXR) in Srinagar, India is 4,511 kilometers (2,803 miles / 2,436 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying east at a heading of 85°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 14:39 in Sofia, it's 18:09 in Srinagar. The 3.5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 3,687 feet between the two airports. Sheikh ul Alam Airport sits higher than Sofia Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Srinagar (SXR) to Sofia (SOF) follows a heading of 298° (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 Sofia Airport (SOF) and Sheikh ul Alam Airport (SXR) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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