KRL
Korla
China
5,044 km
3,134 miles
SOF
Sofia
Bulgaria
Distance
5,044 km
3,134 mi / 2,724 nm
Est. Flight Time
7h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-6h
Asia/Shanghai
Heading
293°
west northwest

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KRL SOF
Airport Name Korla Airport Sofia Airport
IATA Code KRL SOF
ICAO Code ZWKL LBSF
City Korla Sofia
Country China Bulgaria
Timezone Asia/Shanghai Europe/Sofia
Elevation 0 ft 1,742 ft
Coordinates 41.700000, 86.130000 42.700000, 23.410000

Korla (KRL) to Sofia (SOF) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Korla Airport (KRL) in Korla, China to Sofia Airport (SOF) in Sofia, Bulgaria is 5,044 kilometers (3,134 miles / 2,724 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, flying west northwest at a heading of 293°.

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 China 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 05:41 in Korla, it's 23:41 in Sofia. With a 6-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 1,742 feet between the two airports. Sofia Airport sits higher than Korla Airport.

The return flight from Sofia (SOF) to Korla (KRL) follows a heading of 69° (east northeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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

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