SOF
Sofia
Bulgaria
7,372 km
4,580 miles
WXN
Wanxian
China
Distance
7,372 km
4,580 mi / 3,980 nm
Est. Flight Time
10h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+6h
Europe/Sofia
Heading
69°
east northeast

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SOF WXN
Airport Name Sofia Airport Wanxian Airport
IATA Code SOF WXN
ICAO Code LBSF ZUWX
City Sofia Wanxian
Country Bulgaria China
Timezone Europe/Sofia Asia/Shanghai
Elevation 1,742 ft 0 ft
Coordinates 42.700000, 23.410000 30.800000, 108.430000

Sofia (SOF) to Wanxian (WXN) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Sofia Airport (SOF) in Sofia, Bulgaria to Wanxian Airport (WXN) in Wanxian, China is 7,372 kilometers (4,580 miles / 3,980 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying east northeast at a heading of 69°.

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 China. It is an intercontinental flight between Europe and Asia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 23:18 in Sofia, it's 05:18 in Wanxian. With a 6-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 1,742 feet between the two airports. Wanxian Airport sits lower than Sofia Airport.

The return flight from Wanxian (WXN) to Sofia (SOF) follows a heading of 307° (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 Sofia Airport (SOF) and Wanxian Airport (WXN) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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