BEC
Wichita
United States
9,251 km
5,749 miles
SOF
Sofia
Bulgaria
Distance
9,251 km
5,749 mi / 4,995 nm
Est. Flight Time
12h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
+8h
America/Chicago
Heading
40°
northeast

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BEC SOF
Airport Name Beech Factory Airport Sofia Airport
IATA Code BEC SOF
ICAO Code KBEC LBSF
City Wichita Sofia
Country United States Bulgaria
Timezone America/Chicago Europe/Sofia
Elevation 1,409 ft 1,742 ft
Coordinates 37.690000, -97.210000 42.700000, 23.410000

Wichita (BEC) to Sofia (SOF) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Beech Factory Airport (BEC) in Wichita, United States to Sofia Airport (SOF) in Sofia, Bulgaria is 9,251 kilometers (5,749 miles / 4,995 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying northeast at a heading of 40°.

This is an ultra-long-haul route, one of the longest in aviation. It requires wide-body aircraft with extended range capability such as the Airbus A350-900ULR or Boeing 777-200LR. Passengers should prepare for an extended flight with multiple meal services.

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 07:15 in Wichita, it's 15:15 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 Wichita (BEC) follows a heading of 317° (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 Beech Factory Airport (BEC) and Sofia Airport (SOF) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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