GAM
Gambell
United States
8,101 km
5,034 miles
SOF
Sofia
Bulgaria
Distance
8,101 km
5,034 mi / 4,374 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+11h
America/Anchorage
Heading
348°
north northwest

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GAM SOF
Airport Name Gambell Airport Sofia Airport
IATA Code GAM SOF
ICAO Code PAGM LBSF
City Gambell Sofia
Country United States Bulgaria
Timezone America/Anchorage Europe/Sofia
Elevation 30 ft 1,742 ft
Coordinates 63.770000, -171.730000 42.700000, 23.410000

Gambell (GAM) to Sofia (SOF) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Gambell Airport (GAM) in Gambell, United States to Sofia Airport (SOF) in Sofia, Bulgaria is 8,101 kilometers (5,034 miles / 4,374 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying north northwest at a heading of 348°.

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 13:17 in Gambell, it's 00:17 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 1,713 feet between the two airports. Sofia Airport sits higher than Gambell Airport.

The return flight from Sofia (SOF) to Gambell (GAM) follows a heading of 7° (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 Gambell Airport (GAM) and Sofia Airport (SOF) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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