SOF
Sofia
Bulgaria
4,214 km
2,619 miles
TER
Lajes
Portugal
Distance
4,214 km
2,619 mi / 2,276 nm
Est. Flight Time
6h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-3h
Europe/Sofia
Heading
282°
west northwest

Airport Comparison

SOF TER
Airport Name Sofia Airport Lajes Field
IATA Code SOF TER
ICAO Code LBSF LPLA
City Sofia Lajes
Country Bulgaria Portugal
Timezone Europe/Sofia Atlantic/Azores
Elevation 1,742 ft 180 ft
Coordinates 42.700000, 23.410000 38.760000, -27.090000

Sofia (SOF) to Lajes (TER) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Sofia Airport (SOF) in Sofia, Bulgaria to Lajes Field (TER) in Lajes, Portugal is 4,214 kilometers (2,619 miles / 2,276 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying west northwest at a heading of 282°.

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 Portugal. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 19:59 in Sofia, it's 16:59 in Lajes. 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 1,562 feet between the two airports. Lajes Field sits lower than Sofia Airport.

The return flight from Lajes (TER) to Sofia (SOF) follows a heading of 67° (east northeast). 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 Lajes Field (TER) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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