SGY
Skagway
United States
8,489 km
5,275 miles
SOF
Sofia
Bulgaria
Distance
8,489 km
5,275 mi / 4,584 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+11h
America/Anchorage
Heading
16°
north northeast

Airport Comparison

SGY SOF
Airport Name Skagway Airport Sofia Airport
IATA Code SGY SOF
ICAO Code PAGY LBSF
City Skagway Sofia
Country United States Bulgaria
Timezone America/Anchorage Europe/Sofia
Elevation 44 ft 1,742 ft
Coordinates 59.460000, -135.320000 42.700000, 23.410000

Skagway (SGY) to Sofia (SOF) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Skagway Airport (SGY) in Skagway, United States to Sofia Airport (SOF) in Sofia, Bulgaria is 8,489 kilometers (5,275 miles / 4,584 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying north northeast at a heading of 16°.

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 05:12 in Skagway, it's 16:12 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 1,698 feet between the two airports. Sofia Airport sits higher than Skagway Airport.

The return flight from Sofia (SOF) to Skagway (SGY) follows a heading of 349° (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 Skagway Airport (SGY) and Sofia Airport (SOF) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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