CLU
Columbus
United States
8,457 km
5,255 miles
SOF
Sofia
Bulgaria
Distance
8,457 km
5,255 mi / 4,566 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+7h
America/Indiana/Indianapolis
Heading
46°
northeast

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CLU SOF
Airport Name Columbus Municipal Airport Sofia Airport
IATA Code CLU SOF
ICAO Code KBAK LBSF
City Columbus Sofia
Country United States Bulgaria
Timezone America/Indiana/Indianapolis Europe/Sofia
Elevation 656 ft 1,742 ft
Coordinates 39.260000, -85.900000 42.700000, 23.410000

Columbus (CLU) to Sofia (SOF) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Columbus Municipal Airport (CLU) in Columbus, United States to Sofia Airport (SOF) in Sofia, Bulgaria is 8,457 kilometers (5,255 miles / 4,566 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying northeast at a heading of 46°.

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 23:52 in Columbus, it's 06:52 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 1,086 feet between the two airports. Sofia Airport sits higher than Columbus Municipal Airport.

The return flight from Sofia (SOF) to Columbus (CLU) follows a heading of 311° (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 Columbus Municipal Airport (CLU) and Sofia Airport (SOF) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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