Airport Comparison
Pago Pago (PPG) to Sofia (SOF) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Pago Pago International Airport (PPG) in Pago Pago, AS to Sofia Airport (SOF) in Sofia, Bulgaria is 16,583 kilometers (10,304 miles / 8,954 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 21h, flying north northwest at a heading of 340°.
This is an ultra-long-haul route, one of the longest in aviation. It requires wide-body aircraft with extended range capability such as the Airbus A350-900ULR or Boeing 777-200LR. Passengers should prepare for an extended flight with multiple meal services.
This is an international route connecting AS with Bulgaria. It is an intercontinental flight between Oceania and Europe. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 01:46 in Pago Pago, it's 14:46 in Sofia. With a 13-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 1,711 feet between the two airports. Sofia Airport sits higher than Pago Pago International Airport.
The return flight from Sofia (SOF) to Pago Pago (PPG) follows a heading of 27° (north northeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Pago Pago International Airport (PPG) and Sofia Airport (SOF) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.