Sofia to Minsk flights
Minsk lies 1,284 km (798 mi) north of Sofia, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 2 h 24 min gate to gate, based on the distance and typical cruise speed with taxi and climb allowed for; connecting itineraries add the layover on top.
| Sofia | Minsk | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Bulgaria | Belarus |
| Population | 1.2 million | 1.7 million |
| Elevation | 562 m (1,844 ft) | 222 m (728 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+3 (Europe/Sofia) | UTC+3 (Europe/Minsk) |
| Nearest large airport | SOF, 8 km out | MSQ, 31 km out |
What changes when you arrive in Minsk
Crossing from Bulgaria into Belarus: money changes from the Lev to the Belarusian ruble (BYN); the dialling code becomes +375; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q25648794 / http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q25648798.
Airports at each end
Leaving Sofia
Sofia is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Sofia Airport (SOF), 8 km (5 mi) from the centre, whose 11,811-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft.
Arriving in Minsk
Minsk is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Minsk National Airport (MSQ), 31 km (19 mi) from the centre, whose 12,139-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft.
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Minsk National Airport | MSQ | 31 km (19 mi) | 12,139 ft | 670 ft |
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Staying in Minsk
Our booking partner lists 212 places to stay in Minsk. Of the 210 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (130), and 3 are five-star. Across 20 properties with at least 50 reviews, the average guest score is 8.5 out of 10. Guests have left 2,091 reviews in total.
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Common questions
How far is Minsk from Sofia?
1,284 km (798 mi) in a straight line, north of Sofia.
How long does it take to get from Sofia to Minsk by air?
About 2 h 24 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Sofia and Minsk?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
Which airports are used for Sofia to Minsk flights?
Typically Sofia Airport (SOF) to Minsk National Airport (MSQ).
What currency do I need in Minsk?
The Belarusian ruble (BYN).
Where can I stay in Minsk?
Our booking partner lists 212 places to stay in Minsk, bookable on this site.
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.