LNS
Lancaster
United States
7,782 km
4,835 miles
SOF
Sofia
Bulgaria
Distance
7,782 km
4,835 mi / 4,202 nm
Est. Flight Time
10h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+7h
America/New_York
Heading
50°
northeast

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LNS SOF
Airport Name Lancaster Airport Sofia Airport
IATA Code LNS SOF
ICAO Code KLNS LBSF
City Lancaster Sofia
Country United States Bulgaria
Timezone America/New_York Europe/Sofia
Elevation 403 ft 1,742 ft
Coordinates 40.120000, -76.290000 42.700000, 23.410000

Lancaster (LNS) to Sofia (SOF) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Lancaster Airport (LNS) in Lancaster, United States to Sofia Airport (SOF) in Sofia, Bulgaria is 7,782 kilometers (4,835 miles / 4,202 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying northeast at a heading of 50°.

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 13:50 in Lancaster, it's 20:50 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 1,339 feet between the two airports. Sofia Airport sits higher than Lancaster Airport.

The return flight from Sofia (SOF) to Lancaster (LNS) follows a heading of 307° (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 Lancaster Airport (LNS) and Sofia Airport (SOF) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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