LOW
Louisa
United States
8,044 km
4,998 miles
SOF
Sofia
Bulgaria
Distance
8,044 km
4,998 mi / 4,343 nm
Est. Flight Time
10h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+7h
America/New_York
Heading
49°
northeast

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LOW SOF
Airport Name Louisa County/Freeman Field Sofia Airport
IATA Code LOW SOF
ICAO Code KLKU LBSF
City Louisa Sofia
Country United States Bulgaria
Timezone America/New_York Europe/Sofia
Elevation 494 ft 1,742 ft
Coordinates 38.010000, -77.970000 42.700000, 23.410000

Louisa (LOW) to Sofia (SOF) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Louisa County/Freeman Field (LOW) in Louisa, United States to Sofia Airport (SOF) in Sofia, Bulgaria is 8,044 kilometers (4,998 miles / 4,343 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying northeast at a heading of 49°.

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 12:08 in Louisa, it's 19:08 in Sofia. With a 7-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 1,248 feet between the two airports. Sofia Airport sits higher than Louisa County/Freeman Field.

The return flight from Sofia (SOF) to Louisa (LOW) follows a heading of 306° (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 Louisa County/Freeman Field (LOW) and Sofia Airport (SOF) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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