GAL
Galena
United States
8,068 km
5,013 miles
SOF
Sofia
Bulgaria
Distance
8,068 km
5,013 mi / 4,357 nm
Est. Flight Time
10h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+11h
America/Anchorage
Heading
360°
north

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GAL SOF
Airport Name Edward G Pitka Sr Airport Sofia Airport
IATA Code GAL SOF
ICAO Code PAGA LBSF
City Galena Sofia
Country United States Bulgaria
Timezone America/Anchorage Europe/Sofia
Elevation 154 ft 1,742 ft
Coordinates 64.740000, -156.930000 42.700000, 23.410000

Galena (GAL) to Sofia (SOF) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Edward G Pitka Sr Airport (GAL) in Galena, United States to Sofia Airport (SOF) in Sofia, Bulgaria is 8,068 kilometers (5,013 miles / 4,357 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying north at a heading of 360°.

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 Galena, it's 20:09 in Sofia. With a 11-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 1,588 feet between the two airports. Sofia Airport sits higher than Edward G Pitka Sr Airport.

The return flight from Sofia (SOF) to Galena (GAL) follows a heading of 0° (north). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Edward G Pitka Sr Airport (GAL) and Sofia Airport (SOF) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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