SBN
South Bend
United States
8,292 km
5,152 miles
SOF
Sofia
Bulgaria
Distance
8,292 km
5,152 mi / 4,477 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+7h
America/Indiana/Indianapolis
Heading
46°
northeast

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SBN SOF
Airport Name South Bend International Airport Sofia Airport
IATA Code SBN SOF
ICAO Code KSBN LBSF
City South Bend Sofia
Country United States Bulgaria
Timezone America/Indiana/Indianapolis Europe/Sofia
Elevation 798 ft 1,742 ft
Coordinates 41.710000, -86.320000 42.700000, 23.410000

South Bend (SBN) to Sofia (SOF) Flight Distance

The flight distance from South Bend International Airport (SBN) in South Bend, United States to Sofia Airport (SOF) in Sofia, Bulgaria is 8,292 kilometers (5,152 miles / 4,477 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying northeast at a heading of 46°.

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 22:42 in South Bend, it's 05:42 in Sofia. With a 7-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 South Bend (SBN) follows a heading of 313° (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 South Bend International Airport (SBN) and Sofia Airport (SOF) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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