RAC
Racine
United States
8,298 km
5,156 miles
SOF
Sofia
Bulgaria
Distance
8,298 km
5,156 mi / 4,481 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+8h
America/Chicago
Heading
45°
northeast

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RAC SOF
Airport Name Batten International Airport Sofia Airport
IATA Code RAC SOF
ICAO Code KRAC LBSF
City Racine Sofia
Country United States Bulgaria
Timezone America/Chicago Europe/Sofia
Elevation 674 ft 1,742 ft
Coordinates 42.760000, -87.810000 42.700000, 23.410000

Racine (RAC) to Sofia (SOF) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Batten International Airport (RAC) in Racine, United States to Sofia Airport (SOF) in Sofia, Bulgaria is 8,298 kilometers (5,156 miles / 4,481 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying northeast at a heading of 45°.

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 06:46 in Racine, it's 14:46 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 1,068 feet between the two airports. Sofia Airport sits higher than Batten International Airport.

The return flight from Sofia (SOF) to Racine (RAC) follows a heading of 315° (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 Batten International Airport (RAC) and Sofia Airport (SOF) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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