KNO
Medan-Sumatra Island
Indonesia
8,537 km
5,305 miles
SOF
Sofia
Bulgaria
Distance
8,537 km
5,305 mi / 4,610 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-5h
Asia/Jakarta
Heading
313°
northwest

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KNO SOF
Airport Name Polonia International Airport Sofia Airport
IATA Code KNO SOF
ICAO Code WIMM LBSF
City Medan-Sumatra Island Sofia
Country Indonesia Bulgaria
Timezone Asia/Jakarta Europe/Sofia
Elevation 114 ft 1,742 ft
Coordinates 3.560000, 98.670000 42.700000, 23.410000

Medan-Sumatra Island (KNO) to Sofia (SOF) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Polonia International Airport (KNO) in Medan-Sumatra Island, Indonesia to Sofia Airport (SOF) in Sofia, Bulgaria is 8,537 kilometers (5,305 miles / 4,610 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying northwest at a heading of 313°.

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 Indonesia 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 22:51 in Medan-Sumatra Island, it's 17:51 in Sofia. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,628 feet between the two airports. Sofia Airport sits higher than Polonia International Airport.

The return flight from Sofia (SOF) to Medan-Sumatra Island (KNO) follows a heading of 97° (east). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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

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