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Distance from São Paulo to Sofia

Straight line

10,247 km
6,367 mi · 5,533 NM

By road

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Travel time

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flight ≈ 13 h 19 min

Direction

NE 44°
initial bearing

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How far is São Paulo from Sofia?

São Paulo (Brazil) and Sofia (Bulgaria) are very far apart: 10,247 km in a straight line, that is 6,367 miles or 5,533 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.

From São Paulo, Sofia lies to the north-east (initial bearing 44°). The route crosses from Brazil into Bulgaria. The halfway point is at 11.6001°, -16.0596°.

A direct flight would take about 13 h 19 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 São Paulo from Sofia?

The straight-line distance between São Paulo and Sofia is 10,247 km (6,367 miles). The road distance is longer and is calculated on the map.

In which direction is Sofia from São Paulo?

Sofia is to the north-east of São Paulo, at an initial bearing of 44°.

How long is the flight from São Paulo to Sofia?

A direct flight would take about 13 h 19 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.