RST
Rochester
United States
8,470 km
5,263 miles
SOF
Sofia
Bulgaria
Distance
8,470 km
5,263 mi / 4,574 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+8h
America/Chicago
Heading
43°
northeast

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RST SOF
Airport Name Rochester International Airport Sofia Airport
IATA Code RST SOF
ICAO Code KRST LBSF
City Rochester Sofia
Country United States Bulgaria
Timezone America/Chicago Europe/Sofia
Elevation 1,317 ft 1,742 ft
Coordinates 43.910000, -92.500000 42.700000, 23.410000

Rochester (RST) to Sofia (SOF) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Rochester International Airport (RST) in Rochester, United States to Sofia Airport (SOF) in Sofia, Bulgaria is 8,470 kilometers (5,263 miles / 4,574 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying northeast at a heading of 43°.

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 06:05 in Rochester, it's 14:05 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.

The return flight from Sofia (SOF) to Rochester (RST) follows a heading of 318° (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 Rochester International Airport (RST) and Sofia Airport (SOF) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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