ELK
Elk City
United States
9,569 km
5,946 miles
SOF
Sofia
Bulgaria
Distance
9,569 km
5,946 mi / 5,167 nm
Est. Flight Time
12h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
+8h
America/Chicago
Heading
38°
northeast

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ELK SOF
Airport Name Elk City Regional Business Airport Sofia Airport
IATA Code ELK SOF
ICAO Code KELK LBSF
City Elk City Sofia
Country United States Bulgaria
Timezone America/Chicago Europe/Sofia
Elevation 2,013 ft 1,742 ft
Coordinates 35.430000, -99.390000 42.700000, 23.410000

Elk City (ELK) to Sofia (SOF) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Elk City Regional Business Airport (ELK) in Elk City, United States to Sofia Airport (SOF) in Sofia, Bulgaria is 9,569 kilometers (5,946 miles / 5,167 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying northeast at a heading of 38°.

This is an ultra-long-haul route, one of the longest in aviation. It requires wide-body aircraft with extended range capability such as the Airbus A350-900ULR or Boeing 777-200LR. Passengers should prepare for an extended flight with multiple meal services.

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 14:20 in Elk City, it's 22:20 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 Elk City (ELK) follows a heading of 317° (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 Elk City Regional Business Airport (ELK) and Sofia Airport (SOF) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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