SLB
Storm Lake
United States
8,727 km
5,423 miles
SOF
Sofia
Bulgaria
Distance
8,727 km
5,423 mi / 4,712 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+8h
America/Chicago
Heading
41°
northeast

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SLB SOF
Airport Name Storm Lake Municipal Airport Sofia Airport
IATA Code SLB SOF
ICAO Code KSLB LBSF
City Storm Lake Sofia
Country United States Bulgaria
Timezone America/Chicago Europe/Sofia
Elevation 1,488 ft 1,742 ft
Coordinates 42.600000, -95.240000 42.700000, 23.410000

Storm Lake (SLB) to Sofia (SOF) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Storm Lake Municipal Airport (SLB) in Storm Lake, United States to Sofia Airport (SOF) in Sofia, Bulgaria is 8,727 kilometers (5,423 miles / 4,712 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying northeast at a heading of 41°.

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 16:44 in Storm Lake, it's 00:44 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 Storm Lake (SLB) follows a heading of 319° (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 Storm Lake Municipal Airport (SLB) and Sofia Airport (SOF) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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