MTX
Fairbanks
United States
8,036 km
4,993 miles
SOF
Sofia
Bulgaria
Distance
8,036 km
4,993 mi / 4,339 nm
Est. Flight Time
10h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+11h
America/Anchorage
Heading
north

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MTX SOF
Airport Name Metro Field Sofia Airport
IATA Code MTX SOF
ICAO Code KMTF LBSF
City Fairbanks Sofia
Country United States Bulgaria
Timezone America/Anchorage Europe/Sofia
Elevation 432 ft 1,742 ft
Coordinates 64.810000, -147.760000 42.700000, 23.410000

Fairbanks (MTX) to Sofia (SOF) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Metro Field (MTX) in Fairbanks, United States to Sofia Airport (SOF) in Sofia, Bulgaria is 8,036 kilometers (4,993 miles / 4,339 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying north at a heading of 7°.

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 08:59 in Fairbanks, it's 19:59 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 1,310 feet between the two airports. Sofia Airport sits higher than Metro Field.

The return flight from Sofia (SOF) to Fairbanks (MTX) follows a heading of 356° (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 Metro Field (MTX) and Sofia Airport (SOF) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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