OSU
Columbus
United States
8,219 km
5,107 miles
SOF
Sofia
Bulgaria
Distance
8,219 km
5,107 mi / 4,438 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+7h
America/New_York
Heading
47°
northeast

Airport Comparison

OSU SOF
Airport Name Ohio State University Airport Sofia Airport
IATA Code OSU SOF
ICAO Code KOSU LBSF
City Columbus Sofia
Country United States Bulgaria
Timezone America/New_York Europe/Sofia
Elevation 906 ft 1,742 ft
Coordinates 40.080000, -83.070000 42.700000, 23.410000

Columbus (OSU) to Sofia (SOF) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Ohio State University Airport (OSU) in Columbus, United States to Sofia Airport (SOF) in Sofia, Bulgaria is 8,219 kilometers (5,107 miles / 4,438 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying northeast at a heading of 47°.

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 16:11 in Columbus, it's 23:11 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.

The return flight from Sofia (SOF) to Columbus (OSU) follows a heading of 310° (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 Ohio State University Airport (OSU) and Sofia Airport (SOF) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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