SOF
Sofia
Bulgaria
8,482 km
5,271 miles
ZNC
Nyac
United States
Distance
8,482 km
5,271 mi / 4,580 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-11h
Europe/Sofia
Heading
north

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SOF ZNC
Airport Name Sofia Airport Nyac Airport
IATA Code SOF ZNC
ICAO Code LBSF KZNC
City Sofia Nyac
Country Bulgaria United States
Timezone Europe/Sofia America/Anchorage
Elevation 1,742 ft 483 ft
Coordinates 42.700000, 23.410000 60.980000, -159.990000

Sofia (SOF) to Nyac (ZNC) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Sofia Airport (SOF) in Sofia, Bulgaria to Nyac Airport (ZNC) in Nyac, United States is 8,482 kilometers (5,271 miles / 4,580 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying north at a heading of 2°.

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 19:58 in Sofia, it's 08:58 in Nyac. 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 1,259 feet between the two airports. Nyac Airport sits lower than Sofia Airport.

The return flight from Nyac (ZNC) to Sofia (SOF) follows a heading of 357° (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 Sofia Airport (SOF) and Nyac Airport (ZNC) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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