MEO
Manteo
United States
8,042 km
4,997 miles
SOF
Sofia
Bulgaria
Distance
8,042 km
4,997 mi / 4,342 nm
Est. Flight Time
10h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+7h
America/New_York
Heading
50°
northeast

Airport Comparison

MEO SOF
Airport Name Dare County Regional Airport Sofia Airport
IATA Code MEO SOF
ICAO Code KMQI LBSF
City Manteo Sofia
Country United States Bulgaria
Timezone America/New_York Europe/Sofia
Elevation 13 ft 1,742 ft
Coordinates 35.920000, -75.700000 42.700000, 23.410000

Manteo (MEO) to Sofia (SOF) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Dare County Regional Airport (MEO) in Manteo, United States to Sofia Airport (SOF) in Sofia, Bulgaria is 8,042 kilometers (4,997 miles / 4,342 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 07:46 in Manteo, it's 14:46 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 1,729 feet between the two airports. Sofia Airport sits higher than Dare County Regional Airport.

The return flight from Sofia (SOF) to Manteo (MEO) follows a heading of 303° (west 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 Dare County Regional Airport (MEO) and Sofia Airport (SOF) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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