PTU
Platinum
United States
8,694 km
5,402 miles
SOF
Sofia
Bulgaria
Distance
8,694 km
5,402 mi / 4,694 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+11h
America/Anchorage
Heading
356°
north

Airport Comparison

PTU SOF
Airport Name Platinum Airport Sofia Airport
IATA Code PTU SOF
ICAO Code PAPM LBSF
City Platinum Sofia
Country United States Bulgaria
Timezone America/Anchorage Europe/Sofia
Elevation 18 ft 1,742 ft
Coordinates 59.020000, -161.830000 42.700000, 23.410000

Platinum (PTU) to Sofia (SOF) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Platinum Airport (PTU) in Platinum, United States to Sofia Airport (SOF) in Sofia, Bulgaria is 8,694 kilometers (5,402 miles / 4,694 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying north at a heading of 356°.

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 08:58 in Platinum, it's 19:58 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 1,724 feet between the two airports. Sofia Airport sits higher than Platinum Airport.

The return flight from Sofia (SOF) to Platinum (PTU) follows a heading of 3° (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 Platinum Airport (PTU) and Sofia Airport (SOF) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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