SOF
Sofia
Bulgaria
1,991 km
1,237 miles
TBZ
Tabriz
Iran
Distance
1,991 km
1,237 mi / 1,075 nm
Est. Flight Time
3h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
+1.5h
Europe/Sofia
Heading
97°
east

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SOF TBZ
Airport Name Sofia Airport Tabriz International Airport
IATA Code SOF TBZ
ICAO Code LBSF OITT
City Sofia Tabriz
Country Bulgaria Iran
Timezone Europe/Sofia Asia/Tehran
Elevation 1,742 ft 4,459 ft
Coordinates 42.700000, 23.410000 38.130000, 46.230000

Sofia (SOF) to Tabriz (TBZ) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Sofia Airport (SOF) in Sofia, Bulgaria to Tabriz International Airport (TBZ) in Tabriz, Iran is 1,991 kilometers (1,237 miles / 1,075 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 3h, flying east at a heading of 97°.

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 Bulgaria with Iran. 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 23:18 in Sofia, it's 00:48 in Tabriz.

There is a significant elevation difference of 2,717 feet between the two airports. Tabriz International Airport sits higher than Sofia Airport.

The return flight from Tabriz (TBZ) to Sofia (SOF) follows a heading of 292° (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 Tabriz International Airport (TBZ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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