Sofia to Timişoara flights
Timişoara lies 379 km (235 mi) north-west of Sofia, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 1 h 14 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 | Timişoara | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Bulgaria | Romania |
| Population | 1.2 million | 250,849 |
| Elevation | 562 m (1,844 ft) | 96 m (315 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+3 (Europe/Sofia) | UTC+3 (Europe/Bucharest) |
| Nearest large airport | SOF, 8 km out | TSR, 11 km out |
What changes when you arrive in Timişoara
Crossing from Bulgaria into Romania: money changes from the Lev to the Leu (RON); the dialling code becomes +40; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q1061257.
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 Timişoara
Timişoara is served by 2 airports with scheduled flights within 100 km. The closest large one is Timișoara Traian Vuia International Airport (TSR), 11 km (7 mi) from the centre, whose 11,483-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft. The alternatives are Arad International Airport (ARW, 47 km).
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Timișoara Traian Vuia International Airport | TSR | 11 km (7 mi) | 11,483 ft | 348 ft |
| Arad International Airport (regional) | ARW | 47 km (29 mi) | 6,562 ft | 352 ft |
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Common questions
How far is Timişoara from Sofia?
379 km (235 mi) in a straight line, north-west of Sofia.
How long does it take to get from Sofia to Timişoara by air?
About 1 h 14 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 Timişoara?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
Which airports are used for Sofia to Timişoara flights?
Typically Sofia Airport (SOF) to Timișoara Traian Vuia International Airport (TSR); Timişoara also has ARW.
What currency do I need in Timişoara?
The Leu (RON).
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 13 September 2026. Hotel 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.