KVL
Kivalina
United States
7,716 km
4,795 miles
SOF
Sofia
Bulgaria
Distance
7,716 km
4,795 mi / 4,167 nm
Est. Flight Time
10h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+11h
America/Anchorage
Heading
354°
north

Airport Comparison

KVL SOF
Airport Name Kivalina Airport Sofia Airport
IATA Code KVL SOF
ICAO Code PAVL LBSF
City Kivalina Sofia
Country United States Bulgaria
Timezone America/Anchorage Europe/Sofia
Elevation 18 ft 1,742 ft
Coordinates 67.740000, -164.560000 42.700000, 23.410000

Kivalina (KVL) to Sofia (SOF) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Kivalina Airport (KVL) in Kivalina, United States to Sofia Airport (SOF) in Sofia, Bulgaria is 7,716 kilometers (4,795 miles / 4,167 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying north at a heading of 354°.

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 15:55 in Kivalina, it's 02:55 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 1,724 feet between the two airports. Sofia Airport sits higher than Kivalina Airport.

The return flight from Sofia (SOF) to Kivalina (KVL) follows a heading of 3° (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 Kivalina Airport (KVL) and Sofia Airport (SOF) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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