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Distance from Delhi to Sofia

Straight line

5,031 km
3,126 mi · 2,717 NM

By road

6,400 km
3,977 mi

Travel time

76 h 42 min
flight ≈ 6 h 47 min

Direction

WNW 303°
initial bearing

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How far is Delhi from Sofia?

Delhi (India) and Sofia (Bulgaria) are very far apart: 5,031 km in a straight line, that is 3,126 miles or 2,717 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.

By road, Delhi to Sofia is 6,400 km (3,977 miles), about 76 h 42 min by car on the fastest route, without traffic or stops. The road is 27% longer than the straight line.

From Delhi, Sofia lies to the north-west (initial bearing 303°). The route crosses from India into Bulgaria. The halfway point is at 38.8194°, 52.8527°.

A direct flight would take about 6 h 47 min (800 km/h cruise plus take-off and landing). The road distance and driving time are calculated on the map from OpenStreetMap roads.

Frequently asked questions

How far is Delhi from Sofia?

By road it is 6,400 km (3,977 miles) from Delhi to Sofia; in a straight line it is 5,031 km (3,126 miles).

How long is the drive from Delhi to Sofia?

About 76 h 42 min on the fastest route (6,400 km), without traffic or stops.

In which direction is Sofia from Delhi?

Sofia is to the north-west of Delhi, at an initial bearing of 303°.

How long is the flight from Delhi to Sofia?

A direct flight would take about 6 h 47 min at an average cruising speed of 800 km/h.

How is the distance calculated?

The straight-line distance is computed on the WGS84 ellipsoid with the Vincenty formula, accurate to the metre. The road distance comes from OpenStreetMap roads.