BGR
Bangor
United States
6,980 km
4,337 miles
SOF
Sofia
Bulgaria
Distance
6,980 km
4,337 mi / 3,769 nm
Est. Flight Time
9h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+7h
America/New_York
Heading
56°
northeast

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Airport Comparison

BGR SOF
Airport Name Bangor International Airport Sofia Airport
IATA Code BGR SOF
ICAO Code KBGR LBSF
City Bangor Sofia
Country United States Bulgaria
Timezone America/New_York Europe/Sofia
Elevation 192 ft 1,742 ft
Coordinates 44.810000, -68.830000 42.700000, 23.410000

Bangor (BGR) to Sofia (SOF) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Bangor International Airport (BGR) in Bangor, United States to Sofia Airport (SOF) in Sofia, Bulgaria is 6,980 kilometers (4,337 miles / 3,769 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 9h, flying northeast at a heading of 56°.

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 13:11 in Bangor, it's 20:11 in Sofia. With a 7-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 1,550 feet between the two airports. Sofia Airport sits higher than Bangor International Airport.

The return flight from Sofia (SOF) to Bangor (BGR) 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 Bangor International Airport (BGR) and Sofia Airport (SOF) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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