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Distance from Sofia to Bangkok

Straight line

7,943 km
4,935 mi · 4,289 NM

By road

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Travel time

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flight ≈ 10 h 26 min

Direction

E 88°
initial bearing

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How far is Sofia from Bangkok?

Sofia (Bulgaria) and Bangkok (Thailand) are very far apart: 7,943 km in a straight line, that is 4,935 miles or 4,289 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.

From Sofia, Bangkok lies to the east (initial bearing 88°). The route crosses from Bulgaria into Thailand. The halfway point is at 34.3161°, 68.2211°.

A direct flight would take about 10 h 26 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 Sofia from Bangkok?

The straight-line distance between Sofia and Bangkok is 7,943 km (4,935 miles). The road distance is longer and is calculated on the map.

In which direction is Bangkok from Sofia?

Bangkok is to the east of Sofia, at an initial bearing of 88°.

How long is the flight from Sofia to Bangkok?

A direct flight would take about 10 h 26 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.