KPN
Kipnuk
United States
8,583 km
5,333 miles
SOF
Sofia
Bulgaria
Distance
8,583 km
5,333 mi / 4,634 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+11h
America/Anchorage
Heading
354°
north

Airport Comparison

KPN SOF
Airport Name Kipnuk Airport Sofia Airport
IATA Code KPN SOF
ICAO Code PAKI LBSF
City Kipnuk Sofia
Country United States Bulgaria
Timezone America/Anchorage Europe/Sofia
Elevation 20 ft 1,742 ft
Coordinates 59.930000, -164.030000 42.700000, 23.410000

Kipnuk (KPN) to Sofia (SOF) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Kipnuk Airport (KPN) in Kipnuk, United States to Sofia Airport (SOF) in Sofia, Bulgaria is 8,583 kilometers (5,333 miles / 4,634 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying north at a heading of 354°.

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 19:51 in Kipnuk, it's 06:51 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 1,723 feet between the two airports. Sofia Airport sits higher than Kipnuk Airport.

The return flight from Sofia (SOF) to Kipnuk (KPN) follows a heading of 4° (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 Kipnuk Airport (KPN) and Sofia Airport (SOF) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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