The flight distance from Gangneung Airport (KAG) in Gangneung Airport, South Korea to Sofia Airport (SOF) in Sofia, Bulgaria is 8,334 kilometers (5,179 miles / 4,500 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying northwest at a heading of 313°.

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 South Korea with Bulgaria. It is an intercontinental flight between Asia and Europe. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 06:11 in Gangneung Airport, it's 23:11 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 1,707 feet between the two airports. Sofia Airport sits higher than Gangneung Airport.

The return flight from Sofia (SOF) to Gangneung Airport (KAG) follows a heading of 52° (northeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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