MWA
Marion
United States
8,767 km
5,447 miles
SOF
Sofia
Bulgaria
Distance
8,767 km
5,447 mi / 4,734 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+8h
America/Chicago
Heading
44°
northeast

Airport Comparison

MWA SOF
Airport Name Veterans Airport Of Southern Illinois Airport Sofia Airport
IATA Code MWA SOF
ICAO Code KMWA LBSF
City Marion Sofia
Country United States Bulgaria
Timezone America/Chicago Europe/Sofia
Elevation 472 ft 1,742 ft
Coordinates 37.750000, -89.010000 42.700000, 23.410000

Marion (MWA) to Sofia (SOF) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Veterans Airport Of Southern Illinois Airport (MWA) in Marion, United States to Sofia Airport (SOF) in Sofia, Bulgaria is 8,767 kilometers (5,447 miles / 4,734 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying northeast at a heading of 44°.

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 09:54 in Marion, it's 17:54 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.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,270 feet between the two airports. Sofia Airport sits higher than Veterans Airport Of Southern Illinois Airport.

The return flight from Sofia (SOF) to Marion (MWA) follows a heading of 312° (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 Veterans Airport Of Southern Illinois Airport (MWA) and Sofia Airport (SOF) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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