The flight distance from Lhasa Gonggar Airport (LXA) in Lhasa, China to Sofia Airport (SOF) in Sofia, Bulgaria is 6,088 kilometers (3,783 miles / 3,287 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 8h, flying northwest at a heading of 304°.

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 04:20 in Lhasa, it's 22:20 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 11,394 feet between the two airports. Sofia Airport sits lower than Lhasa Gonggar Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Sofia (SOF) to Lhasa (LXA) follows a heading of 81° (east). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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