JAV
Ilulissat
Greenland
5,033 km
3,127 miles
SOF
Sofia
Bulgaria
Distance
5,033 km
3,127 mi / 2,718 nm
Est. Flight Time
7h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+4h
America/Nuuk
Heading
85°
east

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JAV SOF
Airport Name Ilulissat Airport Sofia Airport
IATA Code JAV SOF
ICAO Code BGJN LBSF
City Ilulissat Sofia
Country Greenland Bulgaria
Timezone America/Nuuk Europe/Sofia
Elevation 95 ft 1,742 ft
Coordinates 69.240000, -51.060000 42.700000, 23.410000

Ilulissat (JAV) to Sofia (SOF) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Ilulissat Airport (JAV) in Ilulissat, Greenland to Sofia Airport (SOF) in Sofia, Bulgaria is 5,033 kilometers (3,127 miles / 2,718 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, flying east at a heading of 85°.

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 Greenland 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 09:48 in Ilulissat, it's 13:48 in Sofia. The 4-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,647 feet between the two airports. Sofia Airport sits higher than Ilulissat Airport.

The return flight from Sofia (SOF) to Ilulissat (JAV) follows a heading of 331° (north 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 Ilulissat Airport (JAV) and Sofia Airport (SOF) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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