The flight distance from Dallas-Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) in Dallas-Fort Worth, United States to Sofia Airport (SOF) in Sofia, Bulgaria is 9,653 kilometers (5,998 miles / 5,212 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying northeast at a heading of 39°.

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 11:44 in Dallas-Fort Worth, it's 19:44 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.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,136 feet between the two airports. Sofia Airport sits higher than Dallas-Fort Worth International Airport.

The return flight from Sofia (SOF) to Dallas-Fort Worth (DFW) follows a heading of 314° (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 Dallas-Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) and Sofia Airport (SOF) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.