BUF
Buffalo
United States
7,737 km
4,808 miles
SOF
Sofia
Bulgaria
Distance
7,737 km
4,808 mi / 4,178 nm
Est. Flight Time
10h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+7h
America/New_York
Heading
50°
northeast

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BUF SOF
Airport Name Buffalo Niagara International Airport Sofia Airport
IATA Code BUF SOF
ICAO Code KBUF LBSF
City Buffalo Sofia
Country United States Bulgaria
Timezone America/New_York Europe/Sofia
Elevation 727 ft 1,742 ft
Coordinates 42.940000, -78.730000 42.700000, 23.410000

Buffalo (BUF) to Sofia (SOF) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF) in Buffalo, United States to Sofia Airport (SOF) in Sofia, Bulgaria is 7,737 kilometers (4,808 miles / 4,178 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying northeast at a heading of 50°.

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 12:59 in Buffalo, it's 19:59 in Sofia. With a 7-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,015 feet between the two airports. Sofia Airport sits higher than Buffalo Niagara International Airport.

The return flight from Sofia (SOF) to Buffalo (BUF) follows a heading of 310° (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 Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF) and Sofia Airport (SOF) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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