KRY
Karamay
China
4,803 km
2,984 miles
SOF
Sofia
Bulgaria
Distance
4,803 km
2,984 mi / 2,593 nm
Est. Flight Time
7h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-6h
Asia/Shanghai
Heading
289°
west northwest

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KRY SOF
Airport Name Karamay Airport Sofia Airport
IATA Code KRY SOF
ICAO Code ZWKM LBSF
City Karamay Sofia
Country China Bulgaria
Timezone Asia/Shanghai Europe/Sofia
Elevation 0 ft 1,742 ft
Coordinates 45.470000, 84.950000 42.700000, 23.410000

Karamay (KRY) to Sofia (SOF) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Karamay Airport (KRY) in Karamay, China to Sofia Airport (SOF) in Sofia, Bulgaria is 4,803 kilometers (2,984 miles / 2,593 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, flying west northwest at a heading of 289°.

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 China 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 07:54 in Karamay, it's 01:54 in Sofia. With a 6-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 1,742 feet between the two airports. Sofia Airport sits higher than Karamay Airport.

The return flight from Sofia (SOF) to Karamay (KRY) follows a heading of 64° (east 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 Karamay Airport (KRY) and Sofia Airport (SOF) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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