SOF
Sofia
Bulgaria
8,956 km
5,565 miles
SZL
Knob Noster
United States
Distance
8,956 km
5,565 mi / 4,836 nm
Est. Flight Time
12h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-8h
Europe/Sofia
Heading
315°
northwest

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SOF SZL
Airport Name Sofia Airport Whiteman Afb Airport
IATA Code SOF SZL
ICAO Code LBSF KSZL
City Sofia Knob Noster
Country Bulgaria United States
Timezone Europe/Sofia America/Chicago
Elevation 1,742 ft 871 ft
Coordinates 42.700000, 23.410000 38.730000, -93.550000

Sofia (SOF) to Knob Noster (SZL) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Sofia Airport (SOF) in Sofia, Bulgaria to Whiteman Afb Airport (SZL) in Knob Noster, United States is 8,956 kilometers (5,565 miles / 4,836 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying northwest at a heading of 315°.

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 Bulgaria with United States. It is an intercontinental flight between Europe and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 18:52 in Sofia, it's 10:52 in Knob Noster. 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 Knob Noster (SZL) to Sofia (SOF) follows a heading of 42° (northeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Sofia Airport (SOF) and Whiteman Afb Airport (SZL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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