DLC
Dalian
China
7,759 km
4,821 miles
SOF
Sofia
Bulgaria
Distance
7,759 km
4,821 mi / 4,189 nm
Est. Flight Time
10h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-6h
Asia/Shanghai
Heading
309°
northwest

Airport Comparison

DLC SOF
Airport Name Zhoushuizi Airport Sofia Airport
IATA Code DLC SOF
ICAO Code ZYTL LBSF
City Dalian Sofia
Country China Bulgaria
Timezone Asia/Shanghai Europe/Sofia
Elevation 107 ft 1,742 ft
Coordinates 38.970000, 121.540000 42.700000, 23.410000

Dalian (DLC) to Sofia (SOF) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Zhoushuizi Airport (DLC) in Dalian, China to Sofia Airport (SOF) in Sofia, Bulgaria is 7,759 kilometers (4,821 miles / 4,189 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying northwest at a heading of 309°.

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 China with Bulgaria. It is an intercontinental flight between Asia and Europe. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 06:35 in Dalian, it's 00:35 in Sofia. With a 6-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 1,635 feet between the two airports. Sofia Airport sits higher than Zhoushuizi Airport.

The return flight from Sofia (SOF) to Dalian (DLC) follows a heading of 55° (northeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Zhoushuizi Airport (DLC) and Sofia Airport (SOF) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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