MKC
Kansas City
United States
8,982 km
5,581 miles
SOF
Sofia
Bulgaria
Distance
8,982 km
5,581 mi / 4,850 nm
Est. Flight Time
12h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+8h
America/Chicago
Heading
41°
northeast

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MKC SOF
Airport Name Charles B Wheeler Downtown Airport Sofia Airport
IATA Code MKC SOF
ICAO Code KMKC LBSF
City Kansas City Sofia
Country United States Bulgaria
Timezone America/Chicago Europe/Sofia
Elevation 757 ft 1,742 ft
Coordinates 39.120000, -94.590000 42.700000, 23.410000

Kansas City (MKC) to Sofia (SOF) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Charles B Wheeler Downtown Airport (MKC) in Kansas City, United States to Sofia Airport (SOF) in Sofia, Bulgaria is 8,982 kilometers (5,581 miles / 4,850 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying northeast at a heading of 41°.

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 22:52 in Kansas City, it's 06:52 in Sofia. With a 8-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

The return flight from Sofia (SOF) to Kansas City (MKC) follows a heading of 316° (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 Charles B Wheeler Downtown Airport (MKC) and Sofia Airport (SOF) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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