CHU
Chuathbaluk
United States
8,417 km
5,230 miles
SOF
Sofia
Bulgaria
Distance
8,417 km
5,230 mi / 4,545 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+11h
America/Anchorage
Heading
358°
north

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CHU SOF
Airport Name Chuathbaluk Airport Sofia Airport
IATA Code CHU SOF
ICAO Code PACH LBSF
City Chuathbaluk Sofia
Country United States Bulgaria
Timezone America/Anchorage Europe/Sofia
Elevation 244 ft 1,742 ft
Coordinates 61.580000, -159.220000 42.700000, 23.410000

Chuathbaluk (CHU) to Sofia (SOF) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Chuathbaluk Airport (CHU) in Chuathbaluk, United States to Sofia Airport (SOF) in Sofia, Bulgaria is 8,417 kilometers (5,230 miles / 4,545 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying north at a heading of 358°.

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 14:30 in Chuathbaluk, it's 01:30 in Sofia. 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 1,498 feet between the two airports. Sofia Airport sits higher than Chuathbaluk Airport.

The return flight from Sofia (SOF) to Chuathbaluk (CHU) follows a heading of 1° (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 Chuathbaluk Airport (CHU) and Sofia Airport (SOF) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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