SOF
Sofia
Bulgaria
7,875 km
4,893 miles
VYD
Vryheid
South Africa
Distance
7,875 km
4,893 mi / 4,252 nm
Est. Flight Time
10h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+0h
Europe/Sofia
Heading
173°
south

Airport Comparison

SOF VYD
Airport Name Sofia Airport Vryheid Airport
IATA Code SOF VYD
ICAO Code LBSF FAVY
City Sofia Vryheid
Country Bulgaria South Africa
Timezone Europe/Sofia Africa/Johannesburg
Elevation 1,742 ft 3,799 ft
Coordinates 42.700000, 23.410000 -27.790000, 30.800000

Sofia (SOF) to Vryheid (VYD) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Sofia Airport (SOF) in Sofia, Bulgaria to Vryheid Airport (VYD) in Vryheid, South Africa is 7,875 kilometers (4,893 miles / 4,252 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying south at a heading of 173°.

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 South Africa. 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 08:16 in Sofia, it's 08:16 in Vryheid.

There is a significant elevation difference of 2,057 feet between the two airports. Vryheid Airport sits higher than Sofia Airport.

The return flight from Vryheid (VYD) to Sofia (SOF) follows a heading of 354° (north). 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 Vryheid Airport (VYD) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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