SOF
Sofia
Bulgaria
7,382 km
4,587 miles
VAT
Vatomandry
Madagascar
Distance
7,382 km
4,587 mi / 3,986 nm
Est. Flight Time
10h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+1h
Europe/Sofia
Heading
154°
south southeast

Airport Comparison

SOF VAT
Airport Name Sofia Airport Vatomandry Airport
IATA Code SOF VAT
ICAO Code LBSF FMMY
City Sofia Vatomandry
Country Bulgaria Madagascar
Timezone Europe/Sofia Indian/Antananarivo
Elevation 1,742 ft 39 ft
Coordinates 42.700000, 23.410000 -19.380000, 48.950000

Sofia (SOF) to Vatomandry (VAT) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Sofia Airport (SOF) in Sofia, Bulgaria to Vatomandry Airport (VAT) in Vatomandry, Madagascar is 7,382 kilometers (4,587 miles / 3,986 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying south southeast at a heading of 154°.

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 Madagascar. It is an intercontinental flight between Europe and Africa. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 17:07 in Sofia, it's 18:07 in Vatomandry.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,703 feet between the two airports. Vatomandry Airport sits lower than Sofia Airport.

The return flight from Vatomandry (VAT) to Sofia (SOF) follows a heading of 340° (north 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 Vatomandry Airport (VAT) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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