IAD
Washington
United States
8,117 km
5,044 miles
SZR
Stara Zagora
Bulgaria
Distance
8,117 km
5,044 mi / 4,383 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+7h
America/New_York
Heading
49°
northeast

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IAD SZR
Airport Name Washington Dulles International Airport Stara Zagora Airport
IATA Code IAD SZR
ICAO Code KIAD LBSZ
City Washington Stara Zagora
Country United States Bulgaria
Timezone America/New_York Europe/Sofia
Elevation 312 ft 558 ft
Coordinates 38.900000, -77.500000 42.380000, 25.660000

Washington (IAD) to Stara Zagora (SZR) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) in Washington, United States to Stara Zagora Airport (SZR) in Stara Zagora, Bulgaria is 8,117 kilometers (5,044 miles / 4,383 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying northeast at a heading of 49°.

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 11:57 in Washington, it's 18:57 in Stara Zagora. 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.

The return flight from Stara Zagora (SZR) to Washington (IAD) follows a heading of 308° (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 Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) and Stara Zagora Airport (SZR) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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