MXA
Manila
United States
8,987 km
5,584 miles
SOF
Sofia
Bulgaria
Distance
8,987 km
5,584 mi / 4,852 nm
Est. Flight Time
12h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+8h
America/Chicago
Heading
43°
northeast

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MXA SOF
Airport Name Manila Municipal Airport Sofia Airport
IATA Code MXA SOF
ICAO Code KMXA LBSF
City Manila Sofia
Country United States Bulgaria
Timezone America/Chicago Europe/Sofia
Elevation 243 ft 1,742 ft
Coordinates 35.890000, -90.150000 42.700000, 23.410000

Manila (MXA) to Sofia (SOF) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Manila Municipal Airport (MXA) in Manila, United States to Sofia Airport (SOF) in Sofia, Bulgaria is 8,987 kilometers (5,584 miles / 4,852 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying northeast at a heading of 43°.

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 10:53 in Manila, it's 18:53 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 1,499 feet between the two airports. Sofia Airport sits higher than Manila Municipal Airport.

The return flight from Sofia (SOF) to Manila (MXA) follows a heading of 311° (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 Manila Municipal Airport (MXA) and Sofia Airport (SOF) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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