GLV
Golovin
United States
8,076 km
5,018 miles
SOF
Sofia
Bulgaria
Distance
8,076 km
5,018 mi / 4,361 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+11h
America/Anchorage
Heading
355°
north

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GLV SOF
Airport Name Golovin Airport Sofia Airport
IATA Code GLV SOF
ICAO Code PAGL LBSF
City Golovin Sofia
Country United States Bulgaria
Timezone America/Anchorage Europe/Sofia
Elevation 65 ft 1,742 ft
Coordinates 64.550000, -163.010000 42.700000, 23.410000

Golovin (GLV) to Sofia (SOF) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Golovin Airport (GLV) in Golovin, United States to Sofia Airport (SOF) in Sofia, Bulgaria is 8,076 kilometers (5,018 miles / 4,361 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying north at a heading of 355°.

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 19:52 in Golovin, it's 06:52 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 1,677 feet between the two airports. Sofia Airport sits higher than Golovin Airport.

The return flight from Sofia (SOF) to Golovin (GLV) follows a heading of 3° (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 Golovin Airport (GLV) and Sofia Airport (SOF) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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