CSG
Columbus
United States
8,923 km
5,544 miles
SOF
Sofia
Bulgaria
Distance
8,923 km
5,544 mi / 4,818 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+7h
America/New_York
Heading
45°
northeast

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CSG SOF
Airport Name Columbus Airport Sofia Airport
IATA Code CSG SOF
ICAO Code KCSG LBSF
City Columbus Sofia
Country United States Bulgaria
Timezone America/New_York Europe/Sofia
Elevation 398 ft 1,742 ft
Coordinates 32.520000, -84.940000 42.700000, 23.410000

Columbus (CSG) to Sofia (SOF) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Columbus Airport (CSG) in Columbus, United States to Sofia Airport (SOF) in Sofia, Bulgaria is 8,923 kilometers (5,544 miles / 4,818 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying northeast at a heading of 45°.

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 07:40 in Columbus, it's 14:40 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 1,344 feet between the two airports. Sofia Airport sits higher than Columbus Airport.

The return flight from Sofia (SOF) to Columbus (CSG) follows a heading of 306° (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 Columbus Airport (CSG) and Sofia Airport (SOF) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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