EKI
Elkhart
United States
8,272 km
5,140 miles
SOF
Sofia
Bulgaria
Distance
8,272 km
5,140 mi / 4,467 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+7h
America/Indiana/Indianapolis
Heading
46°
northeast

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EKI SOF
Airport Name Elkhart Municipal Airport Sofia Airport
IATA Code EKI SOF
ICAO Code KEKM LBSF
City Elkhart Sofia
Country United States Bulgaria
Timezone America/Indiana/Indianapolis Europe/Sofia
Elevation 778 ft 1,742 ft
Coordinates 41.720000, -86.000000 42.700000, 23.410000

Elkhart (EKI) to Sofia (SOF) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Elkhart Municipal Airport (EKI) in Elkhart, United States to Sofia Airport (SOF) in Sofia, Bulgaria is 8,272 kilometers (5,140 miles / 4,467 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying northeast at a heading of 46°.

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 18:52 in Elkhart, it's 01:52 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.

The return flight from Sofia (SOF) to Elkhart (EKI) follows a heading of 313° (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 Elkhart Municipal Airport (EKI) and Sofia Airport (SOF) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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