BRD
Brainerd
United States
8,353 km
5,190 miles
SOF
Sofia
Bulgaria
Distance
8,353 km
5,190 mi / 4,510 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+8h
America/Chicago
Heading
42°
northeast

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BRD SOF
Airport Name Brainerd Lakes Regional Airport Sofia Airport
IATA Code BRD SOF
ICAO Code KBRD LBSF
City Brainerd Sofia
Country United States Bulgaria
Timezone America/Chicago Europe/Sofia
Elevation 1,232 ft 1,742 ft
Coordinates 46.400000, -94.130000 42.700000, 23.410000

Brainerd (BRD) to Sofia (SOF) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Brainerd Lakes Regional Airport (BRD) in Brainerd, United States to Sofia Airport (SOF) in Sofia, Bulgaria is 8,353 kilometers (5,190 miles / 4,510 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying northeast at a heading of 42°.

This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.

This is an international route connecting United States with Bulgaria. It is an intercontinental flight between North America and Europe. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 09:09 in Brainerd, it's 17:09 in Sofia. With a 8-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

The return flight from Sofia (SOF) to Brainerd (BRD) follows a heading of 321° (northwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Brainerd Lakes Regional Airport (BRD) and Sofia Airport (SOF) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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