PIP
Pilot Point
United States
8,864 km
5,508 miles
SOF
Sofia
Bulgaria
Distance
8,864 km
5,508 mi / 4,786 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+11h
America/Anchorage
Heading
359°
north

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PIP SOF
Airport Name Pilot Point Airport Sofia Airport
IATA Code PIP SOF
ICAO Code PAPN LBSF
City Pilot Point Sofia
Country United States Bulgaria
Timezone America/Anchorage Europe/Sofia
Elevation 57 ft 1,742 ft
Coordinates 57.580000, -157.570000 42.700000, 23.410000

Pilot Point (PIP) to Sofia (SOF) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Pilot Point Airport (PIP) in Pilot Point, United States to Sofia Airport (SOF) in Sofia, Bulgaria is 8,864 kilometers (5,508 miles / 4,786 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying north at a heading of 359°.

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 21:23 in Pilot Point, it's 08:23 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 1,685 feet between the two airports. Sofia Airport sits higher than Pilot Point Airport.

The return flight from Sofia (SOF) to Pilot Point (PIP) follows a heading of 1° (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 Pilot Point Airport (PIP) and Sofia Airport (SOF) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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